Doctoral Degrees
Become a Leader Shaped by Faith.
At Abilene Christian University, you’ll prepare to lead in complex professional environments through rigorous doctoral study grounded in faith, service and innovation.
ACU’s doctoral programs strengthen your advanced knowledge, practical leadership skills and applied experience so you can make a meaningful impact in education, healthcare, ministry and organizational settings.
Whether you’re preparing for executive leadership, advancing your clinical practice or pursuing specialized expertise in your field, you’ll find pathways shaped by strong academics, Christian purpose and meaningful connection.
Why Choose ACU?
Abilene Christian University provides a rigorous education anchored by faith, community and practical application.
Attend Your Way
Choose from programs offered on campus in Abilene, Texas, and ACU’s online programs designed for added flexibility.
Learn from Dedicated Faculty
With a 13:1 student-faculty ratio, you’ll build close connections with expert scholars who invest in your growth.
Prepare for Meaningful Work
ACU’s doctoral programs combine advanced coursework with practical application, helping you build the skills to lead with clarity, conviction and purpose.
Connect Research with Practice
Through research opportunities, field experiences and professional collaboration, you’ll apply advanced study to the challenges and opportunities shaping your field.
Join a Christ-Centered Community
Faith is woven into the ACU experience, shaping how students learn, lead and serve.
Earn a Recognized Degree
ACU is nationally recognized for academic quality, student experience and online education.
Attend Your Way
Choose from programs offered on campus in Abilene, Texas, and ACU’s online programs designed for added flexibility.
Learn from Dedicated Faculty
With a 13:1 student-faculty ratio, you’ll build close connections with expert scholars who invest in your growth.
Prepare for Meaningful Work
ACU’s doctoral programs combine advanced coursework with practical application, helping you build the skills to lead with clarity, conviction and purpose.
Connect Research with Practice
Through research opportunities, field experiences and professional collaboration, you’ll apply advanced study to the challenges and opportunities shaping your field.
Join a Christ-Centered Community
Faith is woven into the ACU experience, shaping how students learn, lead and serve.
Earn a Recognized Degree
ACU is nationally recognized for academic quality, student experience and online education.
Ready to Learn More?
Tell us about your goals, and we’ll send you information about doctoral programs that fit your interests. You’ll also hear from an admissions advisor who can answer your questions and help you take your next step at ACU.
Hear From Our Students
“This program is teaching me the severity of being a leader. It’s about helping people grow in the workplace. It’s about understanding policies, systems and how they affect real lives.”
Rashan Legard
Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership
“I also recommend ACU for Ed.D. The Education department guides and supports you through every step of your dissertation. They also use engaging and meaningful curriculum to teach you about the process of becoming and thinking like a researcher. Every professor is supportive, professional, and thoughtful while they provide you with clear feedback on your work. ACU also provides many resources and checkpoints to help you during your dissertation process.”
Cristina Pollard
Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership
“When I saw how flexible everything was, I just felt this sort of peace,” Asma remembers. “And so it was easy for me to jump in and already know what my research topic was going to be. I knew I could pursue the type of research I wanted to during my time there, and so I really took full advantage of [the] courses and faculty members that we had.”
Asma Anwar
Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership