Abilene Christian University
Abilene Christian University’s mission is to educate students for Christian service and leadership worldwide. This is achieved by providing the following:
- Provide a faculty of Christian scholars that inspires commitment to learning through exemplary teaching.
- Research that is highly grounded in the university’s disciplines of study that informs issues of importance to the academy, church, and society.
- Offer a service that is of great value to society, the academic disciplines, the university, and the church.
About Abilene Christian University (ACU):
ACU at a Glance
Abilene Christian University was founded in 1906. It is a nationally recognized, private Christian university with many years of experience providing students with the knowledge to think critically, globally and missionally.
ACU Admissions Process
ACU’s admissions process is deadline-based for first-time domestic freshmen enrolling in the summer or fall. International, transfer and freshmen students entering in the spring are admitted on a rolling basis throughout the semester.
Why Choose ACU
Abilene Christian University offer exceptional faculty and a Christ-centered focus in all career studies. Graduates have a high acceptance rate at medical and law schools. Students experience relevant academic learning, real-world experiences and a Christ-centered focus in all career studies.
ACU Colleges
- College of Biblical Studies
- College of Education & Human Services
- Graduate School of Theology
- College of Arts & Sciences
- Honors College
- Graduate School
- College of Business Administration
Recognitions and National Honors
ACU was recognized as No. 1 (western region) in a new category of U.S. News & World Report’s “America’s Best Colleges,” recognizing innovation among 70 schools that peer institutions believe “everyone should be watching.” ACU is also recognized internationally for its ability to integrate new technology with learning. Forbes Magazine ranked ACU as one of “America’s Best Colleges” for the second straight year published in August 2010. They were also included in “America’s 100 Best College Buys” for 12 consecutive years, which means that they provide a high quality education at the lowest cost.
Accreditation
ACU’s College of Business Administration is accredited by AACSB International, the highest accreditation body for schools of business.


















