About
Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Contact
Leslie Hayes
Director of Campus Visits
Director of Campus Visits
Address
Office of Admissions
ACU Box 29000
Abilene, TX 79699
ACU Box 29000
Abilene, TX 79699
Phone
325-674-2664
Email
lmh06a@acu.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
Student Recreation and Wellness Center
Learning Commons in Brown Library
World Famous Bean in McGlothlin Campus Cntr.
Lunsford Trail
Common Areas in each building
Learning Commons in Brown Library
World Famous Bean in McGlothlin Campus Cntr.
Lunsford Trail
Common Areas in each building
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Movie Theaters
Mall of Abilene and Shops at Abilene
Abilene Zoo
Coffee shops
Prime Time Family Entertainment Center
Mall of Abilene and Shops at Abilene
Abilene Zoo
Coffee shops
Prime Time Family Entertainment Center
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
M-F
9 am - 3 pm
325-674-2664
9 am - 3 pm
325-674-2664
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length: 2 hours
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length: 2 hours
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
No
Information Sessions
Not Available
Times
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Advance Notice
2 weeks
Contact Email Address for Visit
reach out to coach
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
City buses, taxis serve the campus.
Abilene Regional Airport.
Driving Instructions to Campus
From I-20 and Highway 351. Go west on Highway 351 (Ambler Ave). Turn left onto Judge Ely Blvd. ACU is on the right.
Local Accommodations
Comfort Suites, Holiday Inn Express, Whitten Inn University, Residence Inn Marriott, Towne Place Suites, Courtyard by Marriott, Home 2 Suites by Hilton
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Admissions
Overview
Applicants: 11,226
Acceptance Rate: 66%
Average HS GPA: 3.56
GPA Breakdown
21%
4.0
23%
3.75 - 3.99
21%
3.50 - 3.74
12%
3.25 - 3.49
13%
3.00 - 3.24
9%
2.50 - 2.99
1%
2.00 - 2.49
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Learn MoreSAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
540 - 650
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
530 - 630
SAT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
1070 - 1160
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
21 - 28
Testing Policies
Yes
Yes
Standardized testing policy for use in admission
Test Flexible
Deadlines
Early Action — November 1
Regular — February 15
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Rigor of Secondary School Record
Class Rank
Academic GPA
Standardized Test Scores
Selectivity Rating
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Learn MoreAcademics
Academics
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
13:1
Total Faculty
464
with Terminal Degree
280
241
Women
223
Men
98
Minority
Most frequent class size
10 - 19
Most frequent lab / sub section size
10 - 19
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
47%
Graduate in 5 years
59%
Graduate in 6 years
60%
Majors
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AGRICULTURE, AGRICULTURE OPERATIONS, AND RELATED SCIENCES.
Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations.
Animal Sciences, General.
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biochemistry.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Finance, General.
Information Resources Management.
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
Organizational Leadership.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia.
Journalism, Other.
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, Other
Speech Communication and Rhetoric.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer Science.
Information Technology.
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EDUCATION.
Biology Teacher Education.
Computer Teacher Education.
Education/Teaching of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
English/Language Arts Teacher Education.
History Teacher Education.
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching.
Mathematics Teacher Education.
Music Teacher Education.
Physics Teacher Education.
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education.
Social Studies Teacher Education.
Spanish Language Teacher Education.
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ENGINEERING.
Engineering, General.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
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FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES/HUMAN SCIENCES.
Human Development and Family Studies, General.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
Spanish Language and Literature.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Dietetics/Dietitian.
Health/Health Care Administration/Management.
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other.
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES.
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration.
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LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
International/Global Studies.
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
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NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
Environmental Science.
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PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.
Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General.
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
Physics, General.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
Social Work.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Political Science and Government, General.
Sociology.
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THEOLOGY AND RELIGIOUS VOCATIONS.
Bible/Biblical Studies.
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries, Other.
Theology and Religious Vocations, Other.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Digital Arts.
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
Fine/Studio Arts, General.
Game and Interactive Media Design.
Graphic Design.
Interior Design.
Music, General.
Voice and Opera.
Degrees
Associate
Bachelor's
Doctoral Other
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Bachelor's
Doctoral Other
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship
Notable Faculty
Prominent Alumni
Lance Barrow ('78)
retired Emmy Award-winning coordinating producer of golf and football for CBS Sports
Kent Brantly, M.D. ('03)
medical missionary at Mukinge Mission Hospital in Zambia and 2014 Time Magazine Person of the Year
April (Bullock ?89) Anthony
CEO of Encompass Home Health and Homecare Homebase, chair of ACU Board of Trustees
Tobie Hatfield ('87)
senior engineer and athlete innovation director of Nike's Innovation Kitchen
Max Lucado ('77)
Minister and best-selling Christian author
Elise (Smith ?83) Mitchell
CEO and founder of Mitchell PR firm and CEO of Dentsu Aegis PR Network
Aaron Watson ('00)
country music recording artist
Academic Rating
78/99
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
47%
Graduate in 5 years
59%
Graduate in 6 years
60%
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Dates
Application Deadlines
Notification Date
Apr 1
Required Forms
FAFSA
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$26,456
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$23,797
Average Need-Based Loan
$4,009
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$20,396
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition
$40,300
Required Fees
$200
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,250
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
$5,500
Transportation for Commuters
$1,450
On-Campus Room and Board
$11,500
Comprehensive Fee
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
Federal Perkins Loans
State Loans
State Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Financial Aid Rating
74/99
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
3,189
Foreign Countries Represented
36
Demographics
1.94%
Asian
6.75%
Black
17.96%
Hispanic
63.61%
Caucasian
3.98%
International
62% female
38% male
14% are out of state
96% are full time
4% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
59%
Help finding off-campus housing
No
83/99
First-Year Students living on campus
96%
Campus Environment
Small Urban
88/99
Housing Options
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Disabled Student
Dorms Female
Dorms Male
Dorms Male
Special Needs Admissions
Program / Service Name
Alpha Scholars Program
Type of Program
For all students with disabilities
Director
Gabrielle Mallet
College Entrance Tests Required
Yes
Interview Required
No
Documentation Required for LD
Full psychoeducational assessment (with subscores)Documentation Required for ADHD
Psychoeducational assessment or response to documentation form from qualified professionalSpecial Need Services Offered
Calculator allowed in exams
Yes
Dictionary allowed in exams
Yes
Computer allowed in exams
Yes
Spellchecker allowed in exams
Yes
Extended test time
Yes
Scribes
Yes
Proctors
Yes
Oral exams
No
Notetakers
Yes
Distraction-free environment
Yes
Accommodation for students with ADHD
Yes
Reading machine
Yes
Other assistive technology
Yes
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
103
Number of Honor Societies
9
Number of Social Sororities
6
Number of Religious Organizations
5
11% join a fraternity
20% join a sorority
Sports
Athletic Division
Division I
24% participate in intramural sports
14% participate in intercollegiate sports
Men's Sports (Wildcats)
8 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Women's Sports (Wildcats)
9 Sports
Basketball
Cross Country
Sand Volleyball
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Cross Country
Sand Volleyball
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Health
Sustainability
80/99
Sustainability-focused degree available
No
Available Transportation Alternatives
Bike Share
Yes
Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
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Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Fee for Network Use
No
Partnerships with Technology Companies
No
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Yes
Description
www.acu.edu/bookstore.html
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Not Reported
Mental Health Website
Not Reported
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Not Reported
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Not Reported
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Not Reported
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Not Reported
Incoming transfer students
Not Reported
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Not Reported
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
Not Reported
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Not Reported
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Not Reported
