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Abilene Christian University Football

Abilene Christian University (ACU) · Abilene, Texas · Private nonprofit university

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NCAA IUnited Athletic Conference
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Acceptance rate66%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate59%finish within six years
Undergraduates5,219Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty13 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Abilene Christian University Football coaches

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

Graham HarrellAssociate Head Coach - Co-Offensive Coordinator - Quarterbacks
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Keith PattersonHead Football Coach
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Clark HarrellRunning Backs Coach
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Athletics

The program

Where Abilene Christian University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
United Athletic Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
acusports.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1070–1270
ACTMiddle 50%: 22–28

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Popular majors

AccountingAgribusiness/Agricultural Business OperationsAnimal Sciences, GeneralBible/Biblical StudiesBiochemistryBiology Teacher EducationBiology/Biological Sciences, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
13 : 1
Graduation rate
59% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$43,900
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$28,311
Campus

Where it is

Abilene Christian University in Abilene.

Location
Abilene, Texas
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Churches of Christ
Time zone
Central
Website
acu.edu
Overview

About Abilene Christian University Football

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Keith Patterson, the Head Football Coach, leads the Abilene Christian University Football staff of 24 coaches, verified September 2026. Abilene Christian University (ACU) competes in NCAA Division I Football as a member of the United Athletic Conference. Abilene Christian University is a private school in Abilene, Texas with 5,219 undergraduates, a 66% acceptance rate and an average net price of $28,311 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Abilene Christian University Football

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Graham Harrell, the Associate Head Coach - Co-Offensive Coordinator - Quarterbacks and Keith Patterson, the Head Football Coach. Abilene Christian University has 24 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. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Keith can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Abilene Christian University typically score 1070–1270 on the SAT and 22–28 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Abilene Christian University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Abilene Christian University Football FAQ

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

Is Abilene Christian University D1?

Yes. Abilene Christian University competes in NCAA Division I Football, in the United Athletic Conference.

Is Abilene Christian University public or private?

Abilene Christian University is a private nonprofit school in Abilene, Texas.

What conference is Abilene Christian University Football in?

The United Athletic Conference.

Does Abilene Christian University offer athletic scholarships for Football?

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

How many coaches does Abilene Christian University Football have?

24 coaches, led by Keith Patterson, the Head Football Coach.

How much does Abilene Christian University cost?

In-state tuition is $43,900 and out-of-state tuition is $43,900 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $28,311.

What is the Abilene Christian University acceptance rate?

66% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Abilene Christian University?

Admitted students typically score 1070–1270 on the SAT and 22–28 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Abilene 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 September 2026