ABOUT ACU

Abilene Christian University is a hub of rigorous academic excellence and devoted community. Through residential and online undergraduate and graduate programs, we equip students for lives of service leadership, empowering them through exceptional teaching that unlocks the power of their curiosity and prepares them to create the solutions that will address the opportunities of today and tomorrow.

Our Mission

Our purpose as a university is simple: We strive to educate students for Christian service and leadership throughout the world. This mission manifests in our exemplary teaching, meaningful research and service, each undergirded by ACU’s enduring core values and 21st-century vision.

Our History

Since 1906, Abilene Christian University has pursued purposeful learning and enthusiastic devotion to Christ. Over the past century, our campus has moved and expanded, and our academic offerings, athletic fortitude and student accomplishments have flourished along with our growth. We pursue excellence today just as we always have—through our commitment to our mission, values and traditions.

Our Authentic Story

ACU’s special spark carries beyond the classroom. The impact our graduates have on their communities through their personal and professional lives is extraordinary.

We Light the Fire Within was created to tell the stories of inspirational faculty, alumni and students who are working together to become the passionate difference-makers God has called them to be. The campaign features examples of light bringers, courageous leaders, game changers, risk takers, creative thinkers and God seekers.

This integrated branding campaign launched in Fall 2021 and is being shared through digital, print and broadcast advertising, as well as social media.