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Congratulations, Future Wildcat!

To all our new Wildcats, congratulations! We are incredibly excited to have you join our campus community. Your acceptance is not just a validation of your hard work and dedication, but also the beginning of an incredible journey filled with endless possibilities.

On these pages, you’ll find everything you need to know to begin your journey as a Wildcat. Feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions and welcome to ACU! We can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make, the friendships you’ll forge, and the memories you’ll create during your time here.

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Resources to help kickstart your journey as an ACU Wildcat

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Beyond the Classroom: 5 ways ACU Prepares You for an Exciting Career

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Virtual Dorm Tours

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Be Move-in Day ready! Freshmen get to choose which of our four on-campus dorms to call home. Each dorm includes spacious common areas, community kitchens, free laundry rooms, keycard security, and importantly, individual study spaces in each dorm room. Take our virtual dorm tour and picture yourself here!

Virtual Dorm Tours

Exciting Events are in Your Future

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Wildcat Week

After you move into your dorm on August 20, Wildcat Week will officially begin! The next few days will be packed full of activities that will help you develop deep relationships with fellow Wildcats, helping you feel connected and confident as you begin your first semester as a college student.

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New Student Orientation

As a first-year or transfer student, you’ll attend a two-day New Student Orientation, getting you ready to become part of our vibrant Wildcat community. During NSO, you’ll take an ACU 101 course that serves as your “everything ACU” guide. It includes opportunities to meet your future classmates, connect with your academic advisors, finalize payment plans, explore campus resources, and so much more. You will need to complete NSO by move-in.

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Financial Aid

Now that you’ve been admitted as an official ACU Wildcat, log in to your personal portal to keep track of financial aid awards, scholarships and other important details. And remember, your admissions counselor is ready to answer any questions. Whether you need help with planning, financial aid, or just some encouragement, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Financial Aid

Campus Map

Get to know our campus. Download the map here.

Need to Know Information

Get all information centered around what next steps are needed and important due dates to make sure that you have everything you need.

Admissions Contact Information

Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. (CT)
325-674-6321
admissions@acu.edu