At ACU, big things begin in quiet, meaningful moments – the kind that feel real.
A professor calling you by name. A friend saving you a seat in Chapel. A class discussion that sparks something you didn’t know was there.

This is a place where purpose meets possibility. Where you can cheer on Division I sports and dive into undergraduate research. Where Sing Song and serious scholarship coexist. Where you’ll be seen, stretched and supported.

At ACU, 96% of tenured and tenure-track faculty hold the highest degrees in their fields. Expect deep conversation. Real mentorship. And the kind of academic challenge that pushes you toward your potential – in faith, thought and character.

The Honors College is for students who want to go deeper – academically, globally, spiritually. Whether you’re studying at Oxford or learning through an Amish immersion, you’ll expand your world and sharpen your calling.

As an Honors graduate, the top graduate programs and most prestigious postgraduate scholarships will be waiting for you. ACU scholars are recipients of Marshall, Truman, Goldwater and other prestigious national scholarships. Including 22 Fulbright Scholars. But more importantly, they leave ready to lead with intellect and conviction.

From the moment you arrive, you’re surrounded by care. Faculty. Staff. Other students. When you pull up to Freshman Village on move-in day, you’ll be met by a crew of students, faculty, staff and other volunteers, all excited to help you carry your boxes and luggage into your new room. Even our president gets in on the action! This is just the first of many moments you’ll find yourself surrounded by genuine care, service and support.

At ACU, belonging isn’t a buzzword. It’s a promise.

1. Downtown cultural district – Enjoy live music venues, performing arts, boutiques, thrift stores, cafes, coffee shops and the largest collection of storybook sculptures in the world. A great place to spend a day with friends.
2. Eclectic art scene – Catch a live show or classic film at the historic Paramount Theatre, explore museums like The Grace, or browse through one of the many arts and crafts shows at the Convention Center.
3. Festivals galore – Revel in the city’s thriving music scene with rooftop concerts at The Grace Museum. Learn about all things cowboy at the Western Heritage Classic. Stroll through downtown streets during ArtWalk.
4. Outdoor recreational opportunities – With wide open spaces and over 243 sunny days per year, choose your adventure. Hike or bike the trails at Abilene State Park, cast a line at one of the local lakes, or simply soak in nature’s beauty while camping, kayaking or horseback riding.
5. Culinary treasures – Indulge in the city’s diverse culinary scene – everything from authentic Texas barbecue to international cuisines.
6. Breathtaking sunsets – You won’t find a better spot for viewing an amazing West Texas sunset than against the backdrop of Abilene’s skyline.

Tailgates. Wildcat Stadium. Moody Coliseum. Purple Fridays. It all adds up to something bigger: a campus that rallies together and plays with heart.

And when you graduate, you’re not just earning a diploma. You’re joining a global network of more than 86,000 alumni who are ready to open doors, make introductions and cheer you on.

ACU alumni are best-selling authors, members of Congress, Texas Supreme Court justices, Pulitzer Prize winners, Hollywood producers, Nashville musicians, government leaders, ministers, missionaries, internationally renowned physicians, respected researchers, business owners, and winners of Emmy, Telly, Dove, Grammy and Time Magazine Person of the Year awards.

Wildcat alumni are truly different from other alumni networks – they genuinely want to help their fellow Wildcats succeed.