First-Year Program Home Page at Abilene Christian University. Contains information about programs for first-year students, including Welcome Week, Residence Hall information, University Seminar and Academic Resources. Highlights include Learning Communi

The First Year Program

The First Year Program is here to guide you through your first year at college. As a result of the time you spend at ACU, we hope you will develop your mind and your heart to their fullest potential so that you can take your place as a servant-leader in a world that cries out for men and women of character.

Getting Started on The First-Year Journey

Welcome to ACU!

The First Year Program is here to guide you through your first year at college.

Just before school starts, you'll experience new friendships, intramural sports, our traditional Candlelight Devotional and much more.


Events

ACU Welcome Week
ACU Welcome Week
During Welcome Week, you'll experience loads of activities designed to make your first week at Abilene Christian University a fun and exciting one.
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