Stretch Intellectually. Grow Spiritually. Advance Professionally.
Abilene Christian University educates leaders who believe God calls us to love with all our hearts, lead with all our minds, and serve with all our strength. We aim to transform our students into the likeness of Jesus and produce leaders who think critically, globally and missionally through distinctive and innovative programs that deliver a unique, Christ-centered experience that draws students into community. These leaders learn to apply their Christian faith to their field of study, and they engage the world as critical thinkers, creative problem solvers, global citizens and volunteers.
Tops in Student Success
For the second year in a row, Abilene Christian University is the highest-ranking university in Texas in a U.S. News & World Report benchmark focused on student success. ACU achieved Top 10 status in three of eight high-impact categories among 1,500 universities in the nation.
Quick Facts
ACU is a diverse, welcoming, academically rigorous community redefining what it means to be a Christian university in the 21st century. We are home to more than 5,200 students from nearly every state and 46 nations. Our faculty of Christian scholars and professionals are among the best in their fields.
Notable Alumni
Graduates of ACU have become best-selling Christian authors, ministers, members of Congress, judges, mayors, researchers, Hollywood producers, distinguished university professors, business owners, internationally renowned physicians, Pulitzer Prize winners, and winners of Emmy, Telly, Dove and Grammy awards.
Wildcat Athletics
The remarkable success of Wildcat athletics through the years is a tribute to the student-athletes, coaches and the tradition of winning that permeates the program. A member of NCAA Division I Southland Conference, ACU recruits student-athletes for their academic and spiritual qualities, as well as their abilities in sports.