Founded in 1906, Abilene Christian University is one of the largest private institutions in the Southwest, offering robust online and residential undergraduate and graduate programs. Learn more about our rankings and recognition.
Academic Programs
Schools and colleges: 9
Baccalaureate majors: 88 (175 areas of study)
Areas of study in master’s and specialist degree programs: 77
Doctoral degree programs: 5
Faculty
Full-time faculty: 272
Christian faculty: 100%
Tenure/tenure-track faculty holding terminal degrees: 92%
Student-to-faculty ratio: 14:1
Accreditation
Abilene Christian University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral degrees. Questions about the accreditation of ACU may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, by calling 404-679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (sacscoc.org).
Financial Aid
Average gift aid (scholarships and grants) for a first-year student: $28,500
Total scholarships and grants for entering class (2023): $23.5 million
Annual Cost
Annual block tuition & student activity fees (2023-24): $44,200
Room and board (approx.): $14,540
Textbooks and supplies (approx.): $700
Online Tuition and Costs