Why ACU?

ACU is Exceptional and…

  • Offers exceptional teaching by mentoring, Christian professors.
  • Students gain a superior rate of acceptance to professional and graduate schools.
  • Is a vibrant community of learners that encourages teamwork.
  • Sets high standards for students and prepares them to be leaders of integrity.
  • Provides state-of-the-art facilities to help ensure an exciting learning environment.
  • Students benefit from challenging academics and experiential learning opportunities.
  • Is one of only six private universities in Texas to have its business college accredited by AACSB-International.
  • The undergraduate physics program is unparalleled, providing undergraduates with significant faculty research opportunities often reserved at other schools for graduate students.
  • Graduates are accepted into law schools at a rate of more than 90 percent.
  • Graduates are accepted into medical schools at a rate more than twice the national average.
  • The world is an ACU student’s classroom through exciting study abroad programs in Europe, Latin America, Asia and Africa.
  • Students enjoy a blend of real-world student life and academic experiences.
  • Students experience relevant learning that brings life to their studies.
  • Students are actively involved in service-learning projects in the community.
  • Has won the fifth most national team championships in NCAA history.
  • Has a dominant NCAA Division II athletics program with 16 teams for men and women.

ACU is Innovative and…

  • Is recognized internationally for its ability to meld new technology with learning.
  • Provides iPhones or iPod touches to freshmen through our award-winning, mobile-learning initiative.
  • Was recognized as No. 1 (western region) in a new category of U.S. News & World Report’s “America’s Best Colleges,” recognizing innovation among 70 schools that peer institutions believe “everyone should be watching.”
  • Was one of only 10 campuses (including USC, Vanderbilt and Notre Dame) visited by the Google “Apps to School” national bus tour.
  • Conducts “Leadership Summit” in the mountains of Colorado to equip business students for careers as Christ-centered global leaders.
  • Offers the Body & Soul Program, which provides remarkable preparation for students in pre-health professions

ACU is Real and…

  • Provides an environment where authentic Christianity is expected and honored.
  • Is a place to meet people who listen for and are faithful to God’s calling.
  • Our multicultural enrichment program encourages cultural exchange and understanding.
  • Is a place to develop meaningful relationships.
  • Offers a Christ-centered focus in all career studies.
Our Promise
Exceptional, Innovative, Real
ACU promises to be a vibrant, innovative, Christ-centered community that engages students in authentic spiritual and intellectual growth, equipping them to make a real difference in the world.
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