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Arizona Christian University

Arizona Christian University

Glendale, AZ · Suburb · 1,165 students
4
Year
Private Non-profit
Suburb
Small (<3k)
Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
About

Located on a historic, resort-style campus in Glendale, Arizona Christian University (ACU) is best known for its deeply rooted commitment to integrating a conservative biblical worldview into every academic discipline. Prospective students can pursue highly regarded programs within its strongest fields of study, including business, behavioral health, education, and Christian ministries. The campus culture is vibrant and tight-knit, centered around spiritual growth with twice-weekly chapel services, active community service, and a highly competitive NAIA athletic program. What truly sets ACU apart is its unique community covenant, which requires all students, faculty, and staff to profess a personal Christian faith, fostering an exceptionally unified, faith-affirming, and supportive learning environment.


Wikipedia:Arizona Christian University is a private Christian university in Glendale, Arizona, United States.

Location
Glendale, AZ, 85306-3216 · Suburb campus
Nearest airport from college
PHX · Phoenix
16 mi away
Cost
Cost of attendance
$54,792
Avg net price
$32,839
Room & board
$14,700
Tuition
$35,098
Books & supplies
$1,870/yr
Average net price by family income
$0–30k
$30,522
$30–48k
$29,991
$48–75k
$32,259
$75–110k
$34,557
$110k+
$34,323
Admissions
Admit rate
71%
Test policy
Not required
ACT midpoint
20

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Essay Requirements

Arizona Christian University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.

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Outcomes
Graduation rate
41%
4-yr on-time completion
31%
1st-yr retention
54%
Transfer-out rate
18%
8-year outcomes
Graduated
42%
Transferred
25%
Still enrolled
0%
Dropped out / unknown
33%
Median earnings (6yr)
$39,524
Median earnings (10yr)
$51,612
Median debt
$23,000
Monthly loan payment
$244
Debt range (25th–75th)
$5,500$18,750
Debt (90th percentile)
$27,000
Student Body
Men 59%Women 41%
16
:
1
Student : Faculty ratio
Students   Faculty
Pell grant recipients
34%
First-generation
38%
Median family income
$36,206
Independent students
22%
Avg age at entry
22.0
Part-time students
6%
Race & ethnicity
White
48%
Hispanic
28%
Black
9%
Asian
1%
Two or more
6%
Non-resident
4%
AI/AN
1%
NH/PI
1%
Unknown
2%
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings for graduates across all programs
6 years after entry
$39,524
10 years after entry
$51,612
Business Administration, Management and Operations44
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods32
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology29
Political Science and Government14
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General13
Biology, General11
Communication and Media Studies9
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services9
Bible/Biblical Studies9
Music7
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations4
Marketing4
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries3
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Institutional
Endowment
$727,690
Classification
Baccalaureate (Diverse)
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, inclusive admissions
Full-time faculty
27%
Avg faculty salary
$5,223/mo
Instructional spend/student
$3,977
Federal loan rate
70%

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