At ACU, our nationally recognized online degree programs are designed for busy working adults just like you.

Abilene Christian University is a diverse, welcoming, academically rigorous community redefining what it means to be a Christian university in the 21st century. Our programs are intentionally structured to allow you to balance work and life.

Balance work, family, and other commitments with ease.

Enroll in respected programs known for their quality.

Join a supportive online community that shares your values.

Gain skills and knowledge to advance your career.

One of America’s Best Colleges

Named one of America's Top Online Colleges for the fourth year in a row by Newsweek and Statista Inc., ACU continues to set the standard for online education. With a commitment to delivering academic excellence in a flexible online format, ACU Online empowers you to achieve your goals without compromising your lifestyle. Experience a world-class education designed to help you succeed—anytime, anywhere.

BACHELORS

Through ACU’s online bachelor’s degree programs, you’ll receive a powerful learning experience that combines Christian values, real-world skills and career-boosting connections.

Business Management (BS)

Child and Family Services (BS)

Christian Ministry and Spiritual Formation (BS)

Communication Sciences and Disorders (BS)

Criminal Justice (BS)

Cybersecurity (BS)

Exercise Science (BS)

Healthcare Administration (BS)

Information Technology Administration (BS)

Integrated Studies (BS)

Marketing (BS)

Organizational Communication (BS)

Organizational Leadership (BS)

Pre-Master's Leveling Pathway in Speech-Language Pathology

Psychology (BS)

MASTERS

From Marriage and Family Therapy to Christian Ministry, from Business Administration to Education, our online master’s degree programs offer you numerous growth opportunities as you take the next step in your career.

Business Administration (MBA)

Christian Ministry

Conflict Management and Resolution

Divinity

Education in Higher Education (M.Ed.)

Education in Instruction and Learning (M.Ed.)

Healthcare Administration (MHA)

Information Technology (MSIT)

Management (MSM)

Marriage and Family Therapy (MMFT)

Nutrition

Nutrition/Dietetic Internship

Organizational Leadership

Precision Medicine

Sports Leadership

Theological Studies

DOCTORAL

Our online doctoral degree programs prepare you to become a leader at the top of your field across an array of education and nursing contexts.

BSN to DNP

Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership

Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

CERTIFICATE

Our online certificate programs are designed to allow you to focus on the learning that matters to you, while bringing valuable knowledge and skills to your career in just 6-12 months.

Undergraduate Certificates

Church Leadership: Foundations

Church Leadership: Praxis

Cybersecurity: Fundamental System Security

Cybersecurity: Essential System Forensics and Defense

Pre-Health Professions

Graduate Certificates

Business Analytics

Conflict Management

Conflict Management for Church Leaders

Conflict Management for Educators

Cybersecurity

Healthcare Administration

Healthcare Collaboration and Conflict Management

Precision Medicine Administration

Precision Medicine

Precision Medicine Analytics

Our Locked-In Tuition program guarantees you’ll pay the same price for your entire degree at ACU.

Is ACU Online Accredited?

Yes, ACU is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral degrees. Questions about the accreditation of ACU may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, by calling 404-679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (sacscoc.org).

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Does ACU accept transfer credits?

ACU’s credit transfer process is streamlined through our Transfer Portal, a one-stop location for navigating the steps toward completing your transfer. Here you can see exactly how your credits will transfer, track your deadlines and progress, and find resources to ease your transition to ACU.

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Does ACU offer military discounts on tuition?

We support our military students through specialized tuition assistance programs for ACU’s online degrees. Our active-duty and veteran military tuition discounts include:

• Active-Duty Undergraduate Student $250 per Semester Hour
• Active-Duty Graduate Student $495 per Semester Hour
• Veterans 10% Tuition Discount
• Military Spouses 10% Tuition Discount

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Does ACU offer alumni tuition discounts?

Yes – 20% off at ACU Online

This is just for Wildcats! If you earned your bachelor’s or master’s degree from ACU, you are entitled to a 20% tuition reduction when you enroll in a graduate or certificate program through ACU Online. 

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