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Abilene Christian University

Abilene, TXPrivate NonprofitCity Setting
Less Selective • 66% Acceptance
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66%
Accept Rate
Less Selective
$26,182
Avg Net Cost
After financial aid
3.2K
Students
Medium campus body
$46,727
Median Earnings
6 Years Post-Graduation

Overview & Identity

Abilene Christian University is a private nonprofit institution located in the city setting of Abilene, TX. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 3.2K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 66%.

Quick Facts

Institution Type
Private Nonprofit
Student Population
3.2K (Medium)
Admissions Selectivity
66% (Less Selective)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
City

Admissions & Academics

Admitted Student Scores

SAT Reading540 - 650
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math530 - 620
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite22 - 28
1typical 50% range36
66%
Acceptance Rate
Less Selective

Top Majors & Programs

Business & Marketing15% of degrees
Health Sciences12% of degrees
Biological Sciences8% of degrees
Social Sciences3% of degrees
Engineering3% of degrees

Programs / Fields of Study

Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $105,173
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $99,319
Earnings 5yr: $91,347
Debt: N/A
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $93,032
Earnings 5yr: $91,013
Debt: $22,142
Computer Science.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $91,894
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $89,079
Earnings 5yr: $75,745
Debt: $24,850
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $84,172
Earnings 5yr: $85,202
Debt: N/A
Finance and Financial Management Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $83,525
Earnings 5yr: $93,291
Debt: $22,406
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $78,976
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $70,864
Earnings 5yr: $55,808
Debt: $16,500
Marketing.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $65,244
Earnings 5yr: $60,595
Debt: $24,021
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $64,230
Earnings 5yr: $64,715
Debt: N/A
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $63,259
Earnings 5yr: $58,208
Debt: $21,500
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $62,645
Earnings 5yr: $56,650
Debt: $21,948
Social Work.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $60,816
Earnings 5yr: $57,585
Debt: N/A
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $60,600
Earnings 5yr: $61,884
Debt: N/A
Education, General.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $57,443
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution.
Credential: Graduate/Professional Certificate
Earnings 4yr: $56,391
Earnings 5yr: $68,059
Debt: N/A
Educational Administration and Supervision.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $55,649
Earnings 5yr: $65,522
Debt: N/A
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $55,407
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $54,949
Earnings 5yr: $63,815
Debt: N/A

Tuition & Cost Portrait

Avg Net Price$26,182
In-State Tuition$44,200
Out-of-State Tuition$44,200
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.

Financial Assistance & Support

22%
Pell Grants
40%
Take Loans
70%
Repayment

Student Outcomes & ROI

Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation

6 Years Post-Entry
$46,727
+19% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$55,736

Completion Signals

59%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
81%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$14,750
Est. Monthly Payment
$159/mo
Based on standard 10yr path

Campus & Demographics

Student Demographics & Community

Diversity Mix

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Gender Balance

40%
Men
60%
Women
The campus gender distribution displays a split of 40% men and 60% women.

Student Vitals

First-Gen Share
24%
Part-Time Share
3%
Avg Family Income
$81,719
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