Ministry & Theology Programs at ACU
Deepen Your Faith. Lead With Conviction.
At Abilene Christian University, you’ll deepen your understanding of scripture, theology and ministry as you prepare to serve others with wisdom, compassion and conviction.
ACU’s ministry and theology programs help you grow in knowledge, confidence and ministerial experience so you can serve with wisdom in churches, ministries and communities around the world.
Whether you feel called to pastoral ministry, spiritual formation, theological study or community leadership, ACU offers pathways shaped by Christian purpose, strong academics, close faculty mentorship and meaningful spiritual formation.
Why Choose ACU?
Abilene Christian University provides a rigorous education rooted in faith, community and purposeful preparation.
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 and ministry leaders who invest in your growth.
Prepare for Meaningful Ministry
ACU combines biblical study, theological reflection and ministerial practice, helping you build a foundation to serve others and lead with clarity, compassion and purpose.
Carry the Gospel Worldwide
Through ACU’s WorldWide Witness program, students can take part in extended missionary experiences that deepen their calling and broaden their perspective.
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 flexible 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 and ministry leaders who invest in your growth.
Prepare for Meaningful Ministry
ACU combines biblical study, theological reflection and ministerial practice, helping you build a foundation to serve others and lead with clarity, compassion and purpose.
Carry the Gospel Worldwide
Through ACU’s WorldWide Witness program, students can take part in extended missionary experiences that deepen their calling and broaden their perspective.
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 flexible online education.
Take the Next Step
Tell us a little about your interests, and we’ll send you information tailored to your goals. You’ll also hear from an admissions advisor soon, who can answer your questions and help you explore your next step at ACU.
Hear From Our Students
“It was just amazing. It was like He was in every single conversation I had. Like, the type of people I was getting to speak with, and the things they were encouraging me with, it just felt like ACU was where I was supposed to go. They saw me, for me.”
Krissi Lester
BS in Christian Service and Formation
“ACU has a huge number of people on faculty that I would love to interact with and love to meet, want to take classes from and learn under. The quality of staff is just amazing.”
Andrew Jones
Master of Divinity
“I came to ACU looking for a Christian community where I could grow spiritually, and that’s exactly what I found. The people here have challenged me to know God more deeply and have helped shape both my faith and my calling to ministry.”
Cooper Seidman
Biblical Studies & Christian Ministry