ACU Scholarships
ACU’s Merit-based Scholarships
Students are considered for the following merit-based scholarships based on the information provided to us during the admissions process.
Freshman Merit Awards
2012-2013 Academic Scholarships
Presidential Scholar Award
The Presidential Scholar Award is ACU's most prestigious four-year scholarship. Incoming freshmen for Fall 2012 with an ACT of 27 or higher or an SAT of 1210 or higher may qualify to interview for this scholarship valued at half-, three-quarters-, and full-tuition amounts. Note: The application process for Fall 2012 is closed. |
National Merit Finalist/Semifinalist Award
| Who | Must be named a National Merit Finalist or Semifinalist, an undergraduate and entering ACU as a new, first-time student. |
| How Much | Guarantee of 100 percent tuition when coordinated with federal, state and other institutional grants. |
| How Long | Nine consecutive long semesters or your graduation, whichever comes first. |
| How to Apply | Provide National Merit Certificate and meet the scholarship requirements stated here. |
| Deadline | March 1 |
| Other | National Merit Finalists and Semifinalists are required to list ACU as first choice with the National Merit Corporation. Minimum GPA to maintain scholarship is 3.20. |
National Merit Commended Award
| Who | Must be named National Merit Commended, and undergraduate and entering ACU as a new, first-time student. |
| How Much | $2,000 per academic year. |
| How Long | Nine consecutive long semesters or your graduation, whichever comes first. |
| How to Apply | Provide National Merit Certificate to the admissions office. |
| Deadline | March 1 |
| Other | A minimum 3.20 GPA required for renewal. |
Valedictorian/Salutatorian Scholarship
ACU’s valedictorian/salutatorian scholarship is available to undergraduate students only who ranked No. 1 or No. 2 in their high school class. Please submit an official transcript indicating your class rank by June 1 to be awarded this one-year, $1,000 scholarship.
Transfer Merit Awards
| Who | Undergraduate only, transferring to ACU with high academic standing |
| How Much | Based on cumulative GPA from all previous colleges.
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| How Long | This scholarship is renewable for up to six long semesters while pursuing first undergraduate degree. It is not available for summer terms. |
| How to Receive | Must be an admitted student. Must provide an official transcript of all classes prior to ACU. |
| Deadline | First day of class for entering semester. |
| Other | Minimum GPA to maintain scholarship is:
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Departmental Scholarships for New Students
Agricultural and Environmental Sciences
ACU’s Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Department offers more than 10 scholarships, including Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Endowed Scholarship, Ex-Aggie Endowed Scholarship, S.N. Allen Memorial Endowed Scholarship, F.M. Churchill Endowed Scholarship, T.W. Colby Memorial Endowed Scholarship, Dewey Davis Memorial Endowed Scholarship, Orvall & Christy Grimm Family Endowed Scholarship, Carl B. & Florence E. King Foundation Scholarship (for students interested in pre-veterinary medicine), Robert E. Malone Memorial Endowed Scholarship (for students majoring in range and agronomy), W.S. Taylor Endowed Scholarship, Guy E. Steen Memorial Endowed Scholarship, Virgil G. (Bud) Money Memorial Endowed Scholarship, and Dean & Dorothy Moberly Scholarship.
The Fall 2012 scholarship application deadline has passed.
Bible, Missions and Ministry Scholarships
Scholarships vary in amount, based on the number of students receiving scholarships and on financial need. In order to be considered, a student must be admitted to ACU, submit a FAFSA and declare a major in the College of Biblical Studies. Please apply online and don’t forget to give two copies of the Confidential Reference Form to two people (not relatives) who know you well.
The scholarship committee convenes several times each year. To be considered for scholarship, applications should be submitted by the following dates:
- Jan. 15 (for highest scholarship)
- March 1 (for mid-range scholarship)
- May 1 (for smaller scholarship)
Please inform your references that their forms are also due by the designated dates.
College of Business Administration
ACU's College of Business Administration offers a select number of scholarships to entering freshmen and transfer business majors as well as current COBA students. These scholarships vary in amount and duration. Awards typically range from $1,000-2,000 per year, and may be applied for up to eight long semesters. COBA scholarships are not available for summer sessions.
COBA scholarships are competitive. When awarding scholarships, we consider a variety of factors, including GPA, résumé, participation in extra-curricular activities, demonstrated leadership, involvement in the College of Business Administration, and financial need. In your online application, include any details that demonstrate that you are highly motivated to learn, participate and serve.
The Fall 2012 scholarship application deadline has passed.
School of Information Technology
The School of Information Technology and Computing awards scholarships in varying amounts (typically $2,000 to $5,000 per year for a maximum of eight semesters with a minimum GPA requirement of 3.0) to a select number of incoming freshman and transfer students each year. All students who have been accepted to ACU and indicated an intended major in one of the following areas are welcome to apply: Computer Science, Information Technology, Digital Entertainment Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science and Math with Teacher Certification.
Please note, the selection process includes a thorough review of all scholarship application items. Application items and essay should demonstrate your interest, talent and commitment to the field of technology or computing. Candidates receive higher award consideration for high GPA, class rank and test scores; and financial need may be considered.
The Fall 2012 scholarship application deadline has passed.
Teacher Education
In the fall of 2012, the Department of Teacher Education will award five scholarships of $1,000 each. These scholarships will be awarded on a competitive basis to qualifying freshmen applicants. This scholarship is renewable for the sophomore year provided a minimum GPA of 3.2 is maintained.
To qualify, students must have a minimum composite score of 24 on the ACT or a minimum composite score of 1090 on the SAT.
The Fall 2012 scholarship application deadline has passed.
Other departments that award scholarships to incoming freshmen including Communication; Communication Sciences and Disorders; Exercise Science and Health; Music; Political Science; and Sociology and Family Studies. For more information about these scholarships, please ask your admissions counselor.
Departmental Scholarships for Current Students
Some scholarships are awarded by academic departments in addition to those awarded by ACU Student Financial Services. Contact your department to learn more about potential scholarship opportunities. Below are a few departmental scholarships that are available online:
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Multicultural Scholarships for New Students
The following list of scholarships includes information for those scholarships that have published information for the 2012-2013 academic year.
Cultures of ACU scholarship
- Twenty scholarships available
| Description | Competitive scholarship that provides an award for students of any ethnicity who demonstrate a diverse perspective and experience that can be used to promote a culture of diversity in ACU. |
| Amount | Valued at up to $4,000 per year ($16,000 four years) |
| How to Apply | Complete and submit the application. Contact your admissions counselor for more info. |
| Deadline | March 15, 2012 |
| Other | Students must be admitted to apply for this scholarship. An essay will be required. |
HLC/ACU Partnership Scholarship
- Three scholarships available
| Description | Provides an award for Hispanic students currently attending a school in the Region 14 Education Center system (Abilene and surrounding areas). Recipients are selected by the Hispanic Leadership Council Scholarship Committee of Abilene. |
| Amount | Up to full tuition for four years. |
| How to Apply | Complete and submit the application. Contact your admissions counselor for more info. |
| Deadline | April 25, 2012 |
| Other | Students must be admitted to apply for this scholarship. |
Southwestern Christian College Award
| Description | Provides an award to undergraduates with an Associate Degree from Southwestern Christian College and who demonstrate the desire and ability to excel academically. |
| Amount | $6,000 scholarship for two years in addition to other financial aid. |
| How to Apply | Complete and submit the Cultures of ACU application. Contact your admissions counselor. |
| Deadline | March 15, 2012 |
| Other | Student must meet ACU admissions standards for transfer students and have a GPA of 2.5 or higher. |
Other ACU Scholarships and Grants
The following ACU scholarships and grants are available in limited quantities. Please click on each scholarship for additional details and application information.
ACU Grant
| The ACU Grant is need-based financial assistance provided to help reduce the cost of attending college for full time undergraduate students that might otherwise not be able to afford to attend. The award amount is based on the results of completing the FAFSA as well as information provided in the admission process. Funding of this grant comes from a combination of general institutional financial aid, university endowments and money provided by the state through the TEG (Texas Equalization Grant). The ACU Grant is renewable to students that continue to demonstrate financial need (based on completing the FAFSA each year) and are making satisfactory academic progress as defined by the university. |
Athletics Scholarships
| Who | Determined by NCAA and coach. |
| How Much | Amount varies and ranges from $1,000 per year to full tuition. |
| How Long | Renewed based on various factors. |
| How to Apply | Contact coach in respective sport. For more information, view sports recruiting and questionnaires. |
| Deadline | No deadline |
Christian Academies Scholarship
| Who | All undergraduate students. Must be a dependent child of a full-time employee of a Christian school that is a National Christian Schools Association member. |
| How Much | Guarantee of $6,000 of tuition for employees' children, $12,000 of tuition for the children of the superintendent, CEO or principal when coordinated with federal, state and other institutional grants. |
| How Long | Up to eight long semesters while pursuing first undergraduate degree. |
| How to Apply | Please contact Admissions or Student Financial Services for more information. |
| Deadline | February 1 |
| Other | Employee must be employed for 12 months prior to date of ACU enrollment. Student must be under age 25. |
Christian Colleges Scholarship
| Who | All undergraduate students. Must be a dependent child of a full-time employee of an ACU sister college participating in the reciprocal tuition discount program. |
| How Much | Guarantee of 50 percent tuition when coordinated with federal, state and institutional grants. |
| How Long | Up to eight long semesters while pursuing first undergraduate degree. |
| How to Apply | Please contact Admissions or Student Financial Services for application form. |
| Deadline | March 1 |
| Other | Employee must be employed for 12 months prior to date of ACU enrollment. Student must be under age 25. Contact Admissions or Student Financial Services for list of participating schools. |
Church Match Scholarship
| Who | Students must receive a matching scholarship from their church congregation and be enrolled full time (12 hours per semester for undergraduate students and 9 hours per semester for graduate students). The congregation must send the scholarship check with the completed application. |
| How Much | The maximum amount eligible for the matching scholarship from ACU is $500 per student per academic year. |
| How Long | For fall and spring semesters only. |
| How to Apply | Congregation must send a scholarship check with the completed Church Match Scholarship form. |
| Deadline | Submit application with check between June 1 and Sept. 1 for fall semester, or Dec. 1 and Feb. 1 for spring semester. |
Missionary Children
| Who | Must be a child of full-time Church of Christ missionary currently in a foreign field. Must be sponsored by a U.S. Church of Christ. This scholarship is available to undergraduate students only. |
| How Much | Guarantee of 75 percent of tuition when coordinated with federal, state and other institutional grants. |
| How Long | Up to eight long semesters while pursuing first undergraduate degree. |
| How to Apply | Contact Admissions or Student Financial Services for application form. |
| Deadline | March 1 |
| Other | Recipients must reside in university-owned housing or University Park Apartments and must earn at least 12 hours each semester. Minimum GPA to maintain scholarship is 2.50. |
Scouting Scholarship
ACU’s Scouting Scholarship is reserved for incoming freshmen with backgrounds as a BSA Eagle Scout, BSA Venturing Silver Awardee, BSA Sea Scouting Quartermaster Awardee, GSUSA Gold Awardee, or an American Heritage Girls Stars and Stripes Awardee. This annually renewable award is valued at $1,000. Apply online for this scholarship.
