Abilene Christian University

Overview
Since 1906, Abilene Christian University has provided a four-year private education to students desiring a Christian-based focus. The school and its instructors offer a curriculum that revolves around theological perspectives and core values. Students have a variety of undergraduate majors to choose from, including healthcare, business, human services, criminal justice, and education. Online education allows busy working adults to take advantage of an ACU education.

Student Appeal
A wide range of options and a faith-based education draws many students to the Abilene Christian. Instructors teach students how to think critically and globally in each of their respective programs, while still maintaining a focus on their particular program of study. While the curriculum is faith-based, it has universal applications that students find useful when entering the competitive workforce. The school also offers a career department to help students find internships or jobs after graduation. The career services department encourages alumni to share their job experiences with current students as tangible success examples and advice.

Financial
Students wishing to attend ACU have access to a variety of financial aid benefits to help them pay for tuition. Grants, scholarships, and loans are available to qualified students. Filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the first step to getting aid. To help students and parents understand their options, the school also provides a series of seminars related to financial aid. The staff is also helpful in answering any questions.

Programs Offered:

Certificates

• Certificate in Conflict Resolution and ReconciliationCertificate in Conflict Resolution and Reconciliation
  Learn to control and manage professional conflicts as a human resource manager, healthcare administrator, or law enforcement or social services professional. Graduates are equipped to resolve conflicts through the promotion of reconciliation.

Master Degrees**

• Master of Arts in Conflict Resolution and ReconciliationMaster of Arts in Conflict Resolution and Reconciliation
  This online graduate program involves 36 hours of credit that exposes students to theories, skills and exercises to help resolve conflicts. Multiple theories are explored so students can choose from a variety of methods when in real world situations. The program is ideal for those wishing to go into careers where negotiation and conflicts will be something they deal with regularly.
• Master of Education in Curriculum and InstructionMaster of Education in Curriculum and Instruction
  Students completing this course increase their earning potential and career possibilities with this program. Graduates tend to move into leadership responsibilities like department head or mentor teacher in their present school. Classes teach students how to refine teaching skills, advance your career and work effectively with other members of the teaching and administrative staff.
• Master of Education in Higher Education AffairsMaster of Education in Higher Education Affairs
  This degree program prepares students for careers in a wide range of educational positions and settings. Graduates typically get jobs as academic advisors, student coordinators, career services advisors, life director and several other important positions. The curriculum is Christian-focused and instructors teach from a Christian perspective.
• Master of Education in Leadership of LearningMaster of Education in Leadership of Learning
  This 39 credit program takes place entirely online and displays methods for creating safe and productive learning environments. Students wishing to become teachers or improve their teaching skills are encouraged to consider conflict resolution techniques, new national standards for education and creating an environment in which each student feels comfortable so they can all learn.
• Master of Education Special EducationMaster of Education Special Education
  This program helps teachers effectively deal with students in a Special Education setting. Students learn about the various disabilities and their effects on learning so they can design their methods for optimum learning potential. Graduates also open up their career possibilities and earning potential.
• Master of Science in Organizational and HR DevelopmentMaster of Science in Organizational and HR Development
  Students in this program learn the fundamentals of developing and organizing human resource functions in their particular field. The curriculum teaches how to inspire and motivate employees in a workplace setting and methods for effectively managing change while planning for growth in the organization.

**Students must have a Bachelor Degree to enroll in Master programs.