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About Abilene Christian University

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Abilene Christian University is a private university in Abilene, TX, known for its faith-based mission, doctoral programs, and texas christian university. With an acceptance rate of 66%, ACU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 893 students each year. ACU is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1070–1280, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. ACU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $27,305 per year; the sticker price of $55,500 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Abilene Christian University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

66%
Overall Accept Rate
1175
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1070 – 1280 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Abilene Christian University

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Essay Strategy
ACU is a Church of Christ affiliated university where faith integration is central to campus life, so use your essays and activities list to show how your own values, faith background, or service orientation connect with a community-focused, spiritually engaged campus.
Application Strategy
Apply to ACU's Honors College when you submit your application, since it offers smaller seminars, priority registration, and dedicated scholarships that are worth pursuing if you have strong academics.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Abilene Christian University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$56k/yr$20.3k
30k-48k~$56k/yr$21.1k
48k-75k~$56k/yr$23.0k
75k-110k~$56k/yr$27.6k
110k+~$56k/yr$31.8k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

60%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$47k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
3,132
Undergrad Enrollment
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