Abilene Christian University: Campus Learning

ACU is a 4-year, private university located in Abilene, TX. Students at ACU can enroll in associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and certificate degree programs.

ACU Military & Veteran Support Programs

ACU offers the following veteran and military support programs: 

• ACU has GI Bill approved programs
• Offers credit for military experience
• Awards credit for CLEP exams
• ACU is a Yellow Ribbon school
• Does not have a Student Veterans of America chapter
• Does not award credit for DSST exams
• ACU is not approved for Tuition Assistance
• ACU is not a MyCAA approved school

Is ACU a GI Bill approved school?

Yes, ACU is a GI Bill approved school. However, you will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is covered by the GI Bill. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Is ACU a Yellow Ribbon school?

Yes, ACU is a Yellow Ribbon school.

Eligible military and veteran students may have up to 100% of their tuition covered, with zero tuition costs out-of-pocket.  You will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is 100% covered by the Yellow Ribbon.  For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Does ACU offer Yellow Ribbon for master’s programs?

Yes, ACU offers Yellow Ribbon funding for master’s programs.  

Eligible students may have up to 100% of their tuition covered, with zero costs out-of-pocket.  You will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred advanced degree program is in fact covered by the Yellow Ribbon. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Does ACU offer a military discount or reduced tuition rates for military and veterans?

Yes, ACU offers a military discount or reduced tuition for military and veterans. 

As a service member, veteran, or reservist, you will receive a 10% discount on your tuition. And you can request to have your military training evaluated to help further reduce the cost and time to complete your degree. Additionally, all new ACU students will be eligible for our 4th Course Free Scholarship.

For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here. 

What are ACU’s tuition rates for military and veterans?

ACU’s tuition rate for active military does exceed the Tuition Rate assistance cap of $250 per hour. This means that the student may have out-of-pocket costs.  

As a service member, veteran, or reservist, you will receive a 10% discount on your tuition. And you can request to have your military training evaluated to help further reduce the cost and time to complete your degree. Additionally, all new ACU students will be eligible for our 4th Course Free Scholarship. Find out more about our military benefits and what you qualify for by speaking with an advisor today at 855-219-7300.

For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Does ACU offer online degree programs?

Yes, ACU offers online degree programs. 

Is ACU a military friendly school?

ACU is considered military friendly. They feature a veteran counselor on campus, credit for military service, and are a Texas, Yellow Ribbon School. In addition, the school is not approved for tuition assistance offering a reduced tuition rate for the military.

Message from Abilene Christian University: Campus Learning

Students from all stages of life can find a home at Abilene Christian University, whether you’re entering our halls as a first-year student, returning to further your education, enrolling in an online degree program or pursuing graduate or postgraduate studies. ACU is invested in your enthusiasm for academic excellence and achievement through a variety of programs and admissions opportunities.

In our vibrant, Christ-centered community, we aim to contribute to our students’ spiritual and intellectual growth in ways that encourage confidence and vocational formation. The mission of Abilene Christian University is to educate students for Christian leadership and service throughout the world. We achieve our mission through exemplary teaching, offered by an innovative and caring community of Christian scholars, that inspires a commitment to lifelong learning; significant research, grounded in the university’s disciplinary strengths, that informs and impacts issues of global importance to the academy, church, and society; and meaningful service as a divine calling that enriches our global society, academic disciplines, the university, and the church to God’s glory.