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Arizona Christian University: Liberal Arts, Cultural Research & Behavioral Science Guide

Arizona Christian University (ACU) is an accredited private university in Glendale, Arizona, celebrated for its Center for Christian Cultural Research, competitive Firestorm athletics, behavioral health programs, and teacher education.

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Verified degree programs and opportunities

Review checked academic pathways and funding options below:

Admissions, language requirements & application process

Master's admission eligibility
Baccalaureate degree from a CHEA-recognized accredited institution with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 for master's programs.
Doctoral admission eligibility
Not offering independent doctoral degrees; provides undergraduate and master's credentials.
Language proficiency
TOEFL iBT 80 or IELTS 6.0 for international applicants.
Research statement / Proposal
Statement of purpose detailing academic goals and alignment with university institutional mission.
Application fee
$50 application fee (waived during preview days).
Required documentation
Official secondary and college transcripts, personal spiritual/academic statement, and two academic or character recommendations.

Tuition fees and verified scholarship systems

Undergraduate annual tuition is approximately $32,000. Graduate tuition averages $550 to $700 per credit hour. Over 90% of students receive financial aid, including Presidential Scholarships, Arizona Christian grants, and athletic fellowships.

Verified faculty profiles and research leaders

Distinguished researchers and laboratory heads at Arizona Christian University:

Dr. George Barna

Director of Research, Cultural Research Center & Professor · Worldview Research, Cultural Demographics, Sociology of Religion, Public Polling

Dr. Carolyn Pela

Dean of College of Arts and Humanities & Professor of Psychology · Marriage and Family Therapy, Adolescent Development, Behavioral Health, Clinical Systems

Prof. Jeffrey Green

Chair of Department of Business & Technology · Cybersecurity Governance, Network Defense, Information Systems, Tech Ethics

Important verification note

Facts reflect official Arizona Christian University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Degree admissions, scholarship awards, and employment positions are subject to formal university review. OpenField does not charge students application fees.

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