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What is UAP?

University Access Programs (UAP) are designed to assist in student access to ACU’s academic, cultural and recreational activities. Empowering students to choose success is what UAP is all about. We provide the type of assistance that affords students, regardless of their background or disability, an equal opportunity to succeed in college-level studies. This mission fully embraces the overarching mission of Abilene Christian University, educating students for Christian service and leadership throughout the world.

Our staff takes great care to evaluate student needs and recommend services designed to address those needs. Our team is composed of many talented and service-minded leaders who are here to assist you throughout your journey. Some of the programs we offer include tutoring, academic coaching, academic and accommodated testing, the Alpha Scholars Program, and TRIO programs.

Our Programs

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Alpha Scholars

The Alpha Scholars program provides academic accommodations, tutoring, academic coaching, and mentoring relationships to students with disabilities. All of these services are provided at no cost to the student and are available for classes that meet on campus and online.

The team in Alpha believes in our students – even when our students sometimes have difficulty believing in themselves. We are ready to serve and guide you throughout your journey at ACU. We will keep your personal struggles and disabilities confidential, and we aim to provide equal opportunity for testing, note-taking and recorded lecture services.

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TRIO Programs

Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education, TRIO Programs are outreach and student services programs designed to provide services for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds to progress through the academic pipeline from middle school to post-baccalaureate programs.

ACU’s TRIO programs for current ACU students include Student Support Services (SSS) and McNair Scholars.

ACU also has a TRIO Talent Search program, serving local students in 6th-12th grades, and an Upward Bound program, serving local students in 9th-12th grades.

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Academic Support Services

UAP is pleased to offer resources for all students to perform better academically. Students can engage in academic coaching through one-on-one appointments with a coach or through a free, self-paced online course.

Excel Tutoring is also available to all students free of charge. You can schedule a one-on-one appointment with a tutor at a time that is convenient for you or drop in to open tutoring hours in the library.

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Contact Us

We are located on the first floor in the Hardin Administrative Building in Room 124. Our offices include the Office of International Students and Visiting Scholars, Alpha Scholars and Academic Support Programs. Student Support Services is also found on the first floor of the Hardin Administrative Building in Room 119. Testing services are located in Room 118.

Phone: (325) 674-2699