Arizona Christian University

Arizona Christian University, nestled in the vibrant city of Glendale, Arizona, offers a Christ-centered education designed to inspire and equip students for purposeful lives. This private, non-denominational institution emphasizes faith, scholarship, and service in every aspect of campus life.

1,233

Students

75%

Acceptance Rate

Undergrads

1,210

Classification

4 Year

Type

Private, Religious

Religious Affiliation

Protestant

Website

arizonachristian.edu

At Arizona Christian University, students are immersed in a nurturing community that integrates biblical principles into the curriculum and promotes a holistic approach to personal and professional development. With a focus on small class sizes, the university fosters close relationships between faculty and students, ensuring tailored guidance and mentorship. The scenic, sun-drenched campus provides ample opportunities for spiritual growth, academic pursuits, and extracurricular engagement. Committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, ACU prepares graduates to navigate a multifaceted world with integrity, compassion, and a strong moral compass.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Arizona Christian University?

75% acceptance rate

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Admission Standards

Grades & Testing

Average SAT score

985

Testing

Test Blind

Average High School GPA

3.37

Application Deadlines

Early Decision / Early Action?

No

The most important factors Arizona Christian University considers when admitting students are:

•Academic GPA
•Application Essay
•Character/Personal Qualities

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Financials

See what it costs to attend Arizona Christian University.

$ 54,453

Overall list price

$ 28,755

Average net price

$ 54,453

Merit Price™

Stingy

Merit Meter™

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Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Arizona Christian University?

Suburb

Campus Setting

Republican

State vote for president

Limited

Greek participation

Weather

Sunny days

Very Sunny

Average winter temp

61°

Average summer temp

93°

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Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Arizona Christian University.

19:1

Student to faculty ratio

34%

4-year grad rate

41%

6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Arizona Christian are:

Business Administration and Management, General
Counseling Psychology
American Government and Politics (United States)

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Demographics

Who attends Arizona Christian University?

37

States represented

17

Countries represented

Yes

State DEI laws

Student Body

Students

1,233

Women

42%

Men

58%

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Housing

What's it like living at Arizona Christian University?

$11,866

Room & Board

0.4

Housing units / student

82

%

Students on campus

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FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into Arizona Christian University?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.37.

How much does Arizona Christian University cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $54,453 to attend Arizona Christian.

How many people attend Arizona Christian University?

1,233 people attend Arizona Christian. 1,210 are undergraduate students and 23 are graduate students.

Where is Arizona Christian University located?

Arizona Christian University is located in Glendale, Arizona. It is in a Suburb environment.

Can I get into Arizona Christian University with a 3.5 GPA?

In the most recent class of admissions, 47% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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