Education Programs at ACU
Educate the Next Generation of World-Shapers
At Abilene Christian University, you’ll prepare to guide, teach and serve students with purpose. ACU’s education programs help you build the knowledge, confidence and practical experience to make a meaningful impact in schools, districts, and communities.
Whether you’re pursuing your first degree, seeking teacher certification or preparing for advanced leadership, you’ll find pathways shaped by strong academics, Christian purpose and classroom experience.
Why Choose ACU?
Abilene Christian University offers a high-quality education shaped by faith, purpose and real-world preparation.
Attend Your Way
Learn from Dedicated Faculty
Prepare for Meaningful Work
Teach in Diverse Settings
Join a Christ-Centered Community
Earn a Recognized Degree
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 education programs combine strong coursework with practical application, helping you build skills for classrooms, schools and education-focused organizations.
Teach in Diverse Settings
ACU's teacher education programs are nationally accredited by the Association for Advancing Quality Educator Preparation (AAQEP), preparing our students to serve in diverse settings.
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 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
“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. The engaging curriculum teaches you to think like a researcher, and professors provide thoughtful support and clear feedback throughout the process.”
Cristina Pollard
Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership
“I love knowledge, and ACU gave me both knowledge and inspiration. It helped me shift my mindset from looking back at old baggage to focusing on possibilities.”
Bobijean Neher
BS in Integated Studies
“The structure of these programs is perfect for someone who works full time and still wants to spend time with their kids while finishing assignments.”
JP Kistler
BS in Integated Studies
“When I saw how flexible everything was, I immediately felt at peace. I could jump right in, pursue the research I was passionate about, and take full advantage of the courses and support from the faculty.”
Asma Anwar
Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership