Scholarships for ACU Online Students

ACU knows every student’s journey is unique and we believe everyone can be successful, given the right tools and support. Whether you are hoping to advance in your current field or change to an entirely new one, furthering your education is the first step towards that change. Accordingly, we’ve developed scholarships and tuition discounts to aid our students as they pursue their degrees.

ACU knows every student’s journey is unique and we believe everyone can be successful, given the right tools and support. Whether you are hoping to advance in your current field or change to an entirely new one, furthering your education is the first step towards that change. Accordingly, we’ve developed scholarships and tuition discounts to aid our students as they pursue their degrees.

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Online Scholarships & Tuition Discounts

Over $350,000 in Scholarships Available for New Undergraduate Students

Enroll today and receive a FREE course! Simply complete your first three terms successfully, and you will get a FREE course in your fourth term. That’s a savings of $1,185! New students who begin classes in our Fall 1 session beginning August 26, 2025, will be automatically enrolled. Scholarship eligibility is session-specific. Please contact an ACU Online admissions advisor at 855-219-7300 for full award rules and disclaimers.

Masters Academic Achievement Award

A total of $97,500 in scholarships is available for qualified students through the new Masters Academic Achievement Award. This award offers a tuition incentive for eligible graduate students across all master’s programs, excluding MFT, but including the BSN to DNP track. Designed to reward academic excellence, this scholarship covers the cost of a fourth course for new Fall 1 students beginning August 26, 2025. Students must maintain a minimum 3.33 GPA. Scholarship eligibility is session-specific. Please contact an ACU Online admissions advisor at 855-219-7300 for full award rules and disclaimers.

$3,000 Scholarship for Doctor of Education Students

New students in our Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership programs will receive a $3,000 scholarship awarded during your first two years in your Ed.D. program. New students who begin classes in our Fall 1 session beginning August 26, 2025, will be automatically enrolled. Scholarship eligibility is session-specific. Please contact an ACU Online admissions advisor at 855-219-7300 for full award rules and disclaimers.

Graduate School of Theology Scholarships

Recognizing that graduate studies can be an intimidating expense, ACU offers several scholarships to students in our online theology programs: Master of Arts in Christian Ministry, Master of Arts in Theological Studies and Master of Divinity. We award scholarships based on prior academic achievement and financial need. Speak to an ACU Online admissions advisor for details.

Church Matching Scholarship

Students interested in the certificates in Church Leadership: Foundations and Church Leadership: Praxis are encouraged to partner with their home congregation to sponsor one-third of the tuition price, and ACU will match this scholarship, making the final cost to the student $2,100. For more information, speak with an admissions advisor.

ACU Alumni Tuition Discount

Once you’re a Wildcat, you’re always a Wildcat. We are committed to helping you continue your education by offering alumni who earned a bachelor’s or master’s degree from ACU a 20% savings on tuition when enrolling in a graduate program through ACU Online. This discount cannot be combined with institutional scholarships or other discounts. Find out more about our alumni tuition discount by speaking with an admissions advisor today at 855-219-7300.

Certificate in Practical Ministry Scholarship

New students in our Certificate in Practical Ministry program will receive an initial 75% scholarship in the Fall 2025 semester, reducing the tuition price from $499 per credit hour to $125 per credit hour. Apply today and speak with one of our admissions advisors for more information. 

Corporate Partner
Tuition Discount

ACU Online has partnered with a variety of companies to offer a unique experience for their employees. As an employee of one of our corporate partners, you are eligible for a 10% reduction on tuition across all ACU Online programs. Additionally, we’ll waive our $50 application fee when you apply. Because tuition varies by program, please connect with an advisor to discuss tuition and additional resources available to fund your education.

Military Tuition Discount

As a service member, veteran, or reservist, you and your spouse are eligible to receive a 10% discount on tuition. And you can request to have your military training evaluated to help further reduce the cost and time to complete your degree. Find out more about our military benefits and what you qualify for by speaking with an advisor today at 855-219-7300.