Abilene Christian University
Abilene, Texas 79699
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for health sciences
Abilene Christian University is a private institution in Abilene with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1189, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 3.1K undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
60% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $55,736 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $27,401.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History The Churches of Christ in Abilene founded it as a Christian university for West Texas.
- •Childers Classical Institute opened in 1906, with 25 students.
- •Sewell became president of the institute in 1912, the school began using Abilene Christian College on all its printed material.
Source: Wikipedia
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1189
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Deadline Calendar
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
58.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
4.8%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$14,750
Programs (88)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
80%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
24
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from TX state average + city premium