ABILENE CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY (ACU)
- 1600 Campus Court
- Abilene, TX 79699
- OPEID College Code: 00353700
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- General Phone: (325) 674-2000
- President: Royce Money, Ph.d.
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Other
- Local Area: Midsized City
- Student Enrollment: 4,813
- College Alias: ACU
- College Mascot: Wildcats
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Abilene Christian University - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- Religious Affiliation
- Churches of Christ
- Website
- www.acu.edu
- Mission Statement
- The mission of Abilene Christian University is to educate students for Christian service and leadership throughout the world.
Accreditation
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Masters Colleges and Universities (Medium Programs)
- Undergraduate Classification Professions Plus Arts & Sciences, Some Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Single Doctoral (Other Field)
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Lower Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification Very High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Medium Four-Year, Primarily Residential
Abilene Christian University Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.acu.edu
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $40.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Rank Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Recommended
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- Formal Demonstration of Competencies Recommended
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 1,610 | 2,102 | 3,712 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 801 (50%) | 1,022 (49%) | 1,823 (49%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 460 (57%) | 523 (51%) | 983 (54%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 533 | 55% |
| ACT ® Exam | 447 | 45% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 480 | 600 |
| SAT ® Math | 490 | 620 |
| SAT ® Writing | - | - |
| ACT ® Composite | 21 | 27 |
| ACT ® English | 20 | 28 |
| ACT ® Math | 20 | 26 |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: ACU Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 97%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 62% | 22% | 35% | 94% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $10,278 | $4,086 | $3,749 | $7,127 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 4.0% | 3.7% | 1.9% |
| Number in Default | 38 | 40 | 29 |
| Number in Repayment | 945 | 1,068 | 1,478 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $20,290 | $18,930 | $17,410 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $20,290 | $18,930 | $17,410 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $20,290 | $18,930 | $17,410 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,150 | $1,100 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,510 | $7,236 | $6,350 |
| Other Expenses | $3,300 | $3,184 | $3,090 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $32,300 | $30,500 | $27,950 |
| In-State | $32,300 | $30,500 | $27,950 |
| Out of State | $32,300 | $30,500 | $27,950 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $21,490 | $20,080 | $18,510 |
| In-State | $21,490 | $20,080 | $18,510 |
| Out of State | $21,490 | $20,080 | $18,510 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $21,490 | $20,080 | $18,510 |
| In-State | $21,490 | $20,080 | $18,510 |
| Out of State | $21,490 | $20,080 | $18,510 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 4,813 Undergraduate: 3,916 Graduate: 897
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 2,173 Female: 2,640
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 1,798 Female: 2,118
- Graduate Gender Male: 375 Female: 522
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 3,947 Part-Time: 866
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 3,591 Part-Time: 325
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 356 Part-Time: 541
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 191 | 4% |
| American Indian | 36 | 0.7% |
| Black | 371 | 8% |
| Asian | 58 | 1% |
| Hispanic | 351 | 7% |
| White | 3,515 | 73% |
| Unknown | 291 | 6% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 105 | 2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 1,696 | 35% |
| Ages 20-21 | 1,424 | 30% |
| Ages 22-24 | 757 | 16% |
| Ages 25-29 | 308 | 6% |
| Ages 30-34 | 159 | 3% |
| Ages 35-39 | 107 | 2% |
| Ages 40-49 | 167 | 3% |
| Ages 50-65 | 83 | 2% |
| Age Over 65 | 3 | 0.06% |
| Age Unknown | 4 | 0.08% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 795 | 725 | 70 |
| Faculty Status | 249 | 245 | 4 |
| Tenured Faculty | 140 | 136 | 4 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 260 | 228 | 32 |
| Primarily Instruction | 260 | 228 | 32 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 60 | 59 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 277 | 273 | 4 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 198 | 165 | 33 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 123 | 101 | 22 |
| Skilled Crafts | 9 | 9 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 21 | 18 | 3 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $61,683 (228) | $66,390 (153) | $52,081 (75) |
| Professor | $78,071 (59) | $79,180 (51) | $71,005 (8) |
| Associate Professor | $63,019 (68) | $65,524 (47) | $57,412 (21) |
| Assistant Professor | $54,616 (63) | $55,906 (41) | $52,212 (22) |
| Instructor | $45,564 (38) | $53,408 (14) | $40,989 (24) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $61,683 (228) | $66,390 (153) | $52,081 (75) |
| Professor | $78,071 (59) | $79,180 (51) | $71,005 (8) |
| Associate Professor | $63,019 (68) | $65,524 (47) | $57,412 (21) |
| Assistant Professor | $54,616 (63) | $55,906 (41) | $52,212 (22) |
| Instructor | $45,564 (38) | $53,408 (14) | $40,989 (24) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $3,233,741 | $1,955,590 | $1,278,151 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 60% | 40% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 482 | 337 | 145 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 394 | 283 | 111 |
| Baseball | 44 | 44 | - |
| Basketball | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| All Track Combined | 145 | 82 | 63 |
| Football | 168 | 168 | - |
| Golf | 10 | 10 | - |
| Soccer | 21 | - | 21 |
| Softball | 18 | - | 18 |
| Tennis | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Volleyball | 17 | - | 17 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $70,571 | $52,924 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $31,634 | $16,389 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Baseball | 3 | 3 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 2 | - |
| Basketball | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| All Track Combined | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Football | 11 | 11 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 10 | 10 | - |
| Golf | 1 | 1 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Soccer | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Softball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Tennis | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Volleyball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 75%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 61% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 55% |
| Female | 67% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 53% |
| American Indian | 100% |
| Black | 32% |
| Asian | 63% |
| Hispanic | 49% |
| White | 65% |
| Unknown | 76% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 39% |
| 5 Years | 58% |
| 6 Years | 61% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Weapons Related | - | 1 |
| Drug Related | 1 | 1 |
| Liquor Related | 2 | - |
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | - | 1 |
| Drug Related | 1 | 1 |
| Liquor Related | 2 | 2 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 1 |
| Burglary | 8 | 9 |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 1 |
| Robbery | 1 | - |
| Burglary | 16 | 9 |
| Vehicle Theft | 3 | 1 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
