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Arizona Christian University Football

Arizona Christian University (ACU) · Glendale, Arizona · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate71%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate40%finish within six years
Undergraduates1,421Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty16 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Arizona Christian University Football coaches

Coaches at Arizona Christian University who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Arizona Christian University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NAIA
Conference
Great Southwest Athletic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
acufirestorm.com
Academics

Academics

What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.

Popular majors

American Government and Politics (United States)Bible/Biblical StudiesBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChild DevelopmentCommunication, GeneralCounseling Psychology
Test policy
Neither Required nor Recommended
Student-to-faculty
16 : 1
Graduation rate
40% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$32,898
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$32,397
Campus

Where it is

Arizona Christian University in Glendale.

Location
Glendale, Arizona
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Undenominational
Time zone
Mountain
Website
arizonachristian.edu
Overview

About Arizona Christian University Football

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Drew Maddox, the Head Coach, leads the Arizona Christian University Football staff of 12 coaches, verified June 2026. Arizona Christian University (ACU) competes in NAIA Football as a member of the Great Southwest Athletic Conference. Arizona Christian University is a small private school in Glendale, Arizona with 1,421 undergraduates, a 71% acceptance rate and an average net price of $32,397 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Arizona Christian University Football

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Drew Maddox, the Head Coach and Barry Bain, the Specialists Coach. Arizona Christian University has 12 coaches for Football, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, 40-yard dash and key stats in the subject line and first sentences. NAIA coaches have flexible recruiting rules and can contact you early.
  3. Send your videoInclude a Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Drew can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Arizona Christian University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email the Arizona Christian University coaches from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Questions

Arizona Christian University Football FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Arizona Christian University NAIA?

Yes. Arizona Christian University competes in NAIA Football, in the Great Southwest Athletic Conference.

Is Arizona Christian University public or private?

Arizona Christian University is a private nonprofit school in Glendale, Arizona.

What conference is Arizona Christian University Football in?

The Great Southwest Athletic Conference.

Does Arizona Christian University offer athletic scholarships for Football?

Arizona Christian University competes in NAIA, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Arizona Christian University Football have?

12 coaches, led by Drew Maddox, the Head Coach.

How much does Arizona Christian University cost?

In-state tuition is $32,898 and out-of-state tuition is $32,898 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $32,397.

What is the Arizona Christian University acceptance rate?

71% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Arizona Christian University Football coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified June 2026