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#10 Best Private Colleges in Texas

Abilene Christian University

Abilene, Texas

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Overview

Enrollment

5,079
Abilene Christian University overview
Location Abilene, Texas
Online acu.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Midsize City
Religious Affiliation Churches of Christ
Abilene Christian University overview
Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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Abilene Christian University (ACU) is a private Christian institution located in Abilene, Texas, approximately 150 miles west of Dallas-Fort Worth. Established in 1906, the university occupies a 272-acre main campus characterized by modern academic facilities and Spanish colonial architecture. ACU maintains a selective admissions process and operates as a comprehensive university offering undergraduate and graduate programs, with notable strengths in business, nursing, education, and ministry studies. The campus features traditional residence halls and apartment-style housing for students, with most first-year and sophomore students required to live on campus. As an NCAA Division I institution competing in the Western Athletic Conference, ACU fields teams in 17 varsity sports, with the Wildcats particularly competitive in track and field.

Ratings

6/10

Overall

7/10

Academics

6/10

Resources

6/10

Outcomes

6/10

Value

Abilene Christian University is rated within the top 42% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Challenging
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SAT 1070/1280
ACT 21/28
GPA 3.65

Applications Accepted

65.8% 
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Applications Due Feb 15, 2025
Applicant Competition Low
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$40,300
Costs for Abilene Christian University
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,250
Other Fees$200
Room and Board $11,500
Budget for Other Expenses$3,272
Total One Year Cost$56,522

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$46,000 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

60% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Abilene Christian University students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 24%
General Studies 8%
Health Professions 8%
Communication 8%
Biology 6%

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Last updated February 24, 2024