Abilene Christian University – Online Degrees & Courses

Abilene Christian University (ACU) is a private university located in Abilene, Texas, United States. Founded in 1906, ACU has an annual student enrollment strength of about 5,000 from across the United States and 60 other nations around the world.

There are several distinctive features of the university. Graduates of the university are more preferred in higher studies in disciplines of medicine and journalism than other universities of the country. It is one of the 13 US universities that are accredited for journalism programs. Undergraduate students get exposure to research projects of their faculties. Students have a wide range of subjects to choose from 61 bachelor degree majors, 26 master’s degree majors, and 1 doctoral program. ACU has a strong alumni network (approximately 86,000) spread out in United States and 109 countries. The university has a beautiful, 208-acre, state-of-the-art campus.

ACU provides a truly global environment for its students. The students are proud of their 200-odd faculty members. The faculty, experts in their own respective fields, is reputed for scholastic excellence and mentoring skill. The student-to-faculty ratio in this university is only about 17:1. The faculties and administrators of this institute are leading presenters in many professional associations.

The university offers merit scholarships to deserving students with exceptional academic records. The faculties share a deep bonding with their students and are able to coach them for professional excellence. The faculties often refer their students to medical schools, law schools, and also to future employers. Students of this university get some rare opportunities unlike students of other universities. For instance, physics students get to participate in nuclear physics laboratories of national importance and make international presentations. Similarly, journalism students come out with a bi-weekly newspaper that has been conferred with multiple national awards.

The online degree courses of this university are designed to empower today’s busy professionals. The courses are laid out in a seven-week format in an ambience of Christian faith and learning. The main purposes of these courses are to provide professionals with requisite knowledge without disturbing family and job responsibilities.

Professionals can log in anytime and post comments, receive feedback and submit assignments on the university’s portal on a 24×7x365 basis. The course contents are continuously updated so that the students always have the edge.

Online degree programs offered by Abilene Christian University

The following online courses are on offer by ACU:

• Master of Education (MEd)
• Master of Education in Higher Education (MEdHE)
• Master of Arts in Conflict Resolution & Reconciliation (MACRR)
• Master of Science in Organizational & Human Resource Development (OHRD)

Accreditation

Abilene Christian University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, U.S. ACU is also an active member of the council of Christian Colleges and Universities.