Whether you work in athletics, student support, administration or higher education leadership, ACU can help you grow your skills and advance your career without stepping away from your current role.
Community at ACU transcends physical location. Our flexible online programs equip our students with practical wisdom and relational anchors. From faculty that are deeply dedicated to your success, to a community of peers that uplift, inspire and challenge one another, ACU’s online programs are anything but impersonal.
Whether you serve in athletics, student development or institutional leadership, these programs are designed to help you grow in the roles that matter most to your organization.
Obtaining your Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership will strengthen your leadership skills and prepare you to positively influence the culture within your organization.
ACU’s online Master of Science in Sports Leadership is designed to prepare you for your role as a high-performance leader in the sports industry whether you’re interested in becoming a coach, administrator or sports executive.
The knowledge you’ll gain in our Master of Education in Higher Education program will give you the skills to inspire students, build and nurture programs, grow and retain enrollment and make a positive impact on the livelihood of a higher learning institution.
Explore ACU’s online programs available to NJCAA employees and member college staff, or take the next step and apply today. Whether you’re comparing options or ready to move forward, we’re here to help you get started.
For the fifth straight year, Newsweek and Statista Inc. have named Abilene Christian University one of America’s Top Online Colleges. ACU blends academic excellence with unmatched flexibility, so you can earn a world-class degree on your terms, wherever life takes you.
Charlotte, NC – The National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) has announced a new partnership with Abilene Christian University (ACU) in Abilene, Texas. The partnership facilitates higher education opportunities for those working within the association and its member schools. “At Abilene Christian University, we’re proud to partner with the NJCAA to expand access to high-quality, flexible education … Continued
For as long as Hannah Page can remember, sports have been part of her life. Growing up in Lubbock, she watched her father coach basketball and also played both basketball and volleyball herself. She spent her undergraduate career playing collegiate volleyball at multiple universities. Hannah’s deep love and passion for collegiate sports was something she … Continued
Abilene Christian University’s online Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Organizational Leadership has been named by The Princeton Review as one of the “Best Online Doctor of Education Programs for 2026.” The recognition places ACU alongside a national group of institutions highlighted for excellence in online doctoral education. In announcing the recognition, The Princeton Review noted … Continued