Graduate Admissions

For On-Campus Students

Students from all stages of life can find a home in one of Abilene Christian University’s on-campus graduate programs. ACU’s Office of Graduate Programs is ready to walk alongside you throughout your application and admissions journey.

 

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Students from all stages of life can find a home in one of Abilene Christian University’s on-campus graduate programs. ACU’s Office of Graduate Programs is ready to walk alongside you throughout your application and admissions journey.

 

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The ACU Grad School Experience at Abilene Christian University

Getting Started

Each graduate program at ACU has unique admissions deadlines and application requirements. Select programs also have applications on the Centralized Application System. You can discover this information and more on your program of interest’s website page.

Tuition & Fees

Application Fee: $65 
Thesis Fee: $295 (thesis programs only)
Tuition Costs: Listed on individual graduate program pages under the “Required Hours” section.

Financial Aid

ACU is committed to connecting you with resources that can financially support your graduate studies, including loans and the Wildcat Pay Plan. You may also have opportunities to apply for scholarships and assistantship roles specific to your program.

Scholarships

Each graduate department and program at ACU offers scholarships awarded based on academic achievement. Additional private scholarships may be found through professional organizations and accrediting bodies committed to your continued studies.

ACU Administration Building

Discover Campus

Spark your excitement for the people, programs and opportunities at ACU through a visit to campus. You are welcome to come for an individual visit at any time, or you can connect with future colleagues at an open house day with programming tailored to your department. Whichever visit option you choose, you’ll be able to ask questions about the application process and financial aid options and explore your career prospects.

ACU’s Office of Graduate Programs

Have questions about the on-campus experience? Our team can provide the answers you need about admissions, financial aid, on-and-off campus housing and more.

We are located in Hardin Administration Building 203. Office hours are Monday – Friday; 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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