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Applicants must be high school graduates or hold an equivalent credential. High school and homeschool students may apply with a six-semester transcript; a complete transcript is required to enroll.

• ✓Complete the admissions application, upload an government-issued photo ID, and identify a ministry leader reference who can speak to your character and calling. The application can email the reference request.
• ✓Provide a high school, homeschool, or GED transcript. Previous ACU students and applicants transferring at least 24 completed college credits do not need this transcript.
• ✓Submit transcripts from all colleges attended, including dual enrollment. Unofficial transcripts may support acceptance review; official transcripts are required for transfer credit.
• ✓Submit ACT, SAT, or CLT scores, if taken.

A completed bachelor’s degree with a GPA of 2.8 or higher is required. A lower GPA may be considered when substantial professional competency demonstrates readiness for graduate work.

• ✓Complete the admissions application, upload a government-issued photo ID, submit official college transcripts, and provide a ministry leader reference.
• ✓Confirm the work experience or organizational setting needed to apply your program’s learning.

Learning connects to a relevant role in your everyday context. A paid ministry or professional position, internship, GAP program, or volunteer role can all provide opportunities to apply what you study. The role should be relevant to your program; it does not need to be a full-time ministry job. And it does not have to be with one of our current ministry partners.  Admissions can help you identify a suitable setting. All applicants must agree to uphold ACU’s Community Covenant & Conduct.

Returning students need approval from the Academic and Business Offices. After two consecutive semesters away, a $30 readmission fee applies. International applications are considered in limited cases and require academic equivalency and sufficient English proficiency; contact admissions before applying.

Ask the issuing institution to send official transcripts directly to ACU by email or mail using the details below. You may submit unofficial copies to start a transfer conversation; official transcripts are required for awarded transfer credit.