Abilene Christian University

Abilene, TX • private • I | WAC | FCS

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Overview

Institution Type

private

Campus Setting

Urban

Student Population

Undergrad: 3,465 • Total: 5,872

Academic Calendar

Semester

Address

Abilene, TX
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Website

www.acu.edu

Region

Southwest

Carnegie Classification

Bac/A&S: Baccalaureate Colleges – Arts & Sciences Focus

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 1,373 (39.6%) • Female: 2,092 (60.4%)

Race/Ethnicity Distribution

Asian	66	1.9%
Black/African American	245	7.1%
Hispanic/Latino	600	17.3%
White	2,085	60.2%
Two or More Races	142	4.1%
International	142	4.1%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

63.9%

6,714 admitted from 10,510 applicants

Standardized Testing Policy

Test Flexible

SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)

Reading: 540-650
Math: 520-640
Total: 1060-1290

ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)

22-28

Application Types Offered

EA RD

Application Requirements

—

Application Fee

$50

Financial Aid Forms

FAFSA only

Deadlines

EA:	11/01/2025
RD:	02/01/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate

60.2%

4-Year Graduation Rate

46.0%

Freshman Retention Rate

80.0%

Student-Faculty Ratio

12.6:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)

$59,690

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)

Tuition: $43,900

Room & Board

$14,540

Books & Supplies

$1,250

Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)

$0-30,000	$20,285
$30,001-48,000	$21,150
$48,001-75,000	$23,012
$75,001-110,000	$27,576
$110,001+	$31,763

Students Receiving Pell Grants

97%

Average Grant/Scholarship Aid

$28,311

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division

I

Conference

WAC

Football

FCS

Men's Sports (6)

Baseball Basketball Football (FCS) Golf Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

Women's Sports (7)

Basketball Golf Soccer Softball Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball

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Common questions about Abilene Christian University

What is Abilene Christian University's acceptance rate?

Abilene Christian University accepts 64% of applicants, from 10,510 applications.

How much does Abilene Christian University cost?

Tuition and fees are $43,900. Families earning under $30,000 pay $20,285 on average after aid.

Does Abilene Christian University require SAT or ACT scores?

Abilene Christian University considers test scores but does not require them.

What ACT score do you need for Abilene Christian University?

The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 22 and 28 on the ACT.

What is Abilene Christian University's graduation rate?

60% of students graduate within six years.