Christian Higher Education
Providing undergraduate and graduate academic programs integrated with Christian faith and biblical principles
Private Christian university providing undergraduate and graduate education in Texas
About Organization
Abilene Christian University is a private Christian institution offering higher education programs in Abilene, TX. The university employs 3,082 staff members and operates with annual revenue of $361.6 million, serving students through academic programs and faith-based initiatives. Founded in 1906, the institution maintains a campus focused on integrating Christian values with academic excellence.
Christian Higher Education
Providing undergraduate and graduate academic programs integrated with Christian faith and biblical principles
Student Development
Supporting student success through scholarships, financial aid, and comprehensive campus facilities and resources
Mission and Ministry
Advancing Christian mission work and ministry support through educational programs and community engagement
Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.
Revenue (2023)
$361.6M
+0% vs 2023
Assets (2023)
$1.3B
+0% vs 2023
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | $361,614,766 | $273,427,543 | $1,323,523,322 | 3,082 |
| 2022 | $314,810,886 | $255,908,674 | $1,241,968,705 | 2,972 |
| 2021 | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | $330,113,805 | $240,316,928 | $1,207,518,095 | 2,868 |
| 2020 | — | — | — | — |
| 2020 | $354,836,579 | $215,349,026 | $1,035,035,305 | 2,701 |
| 2019 | $252,996,672 | $212,710,147 | $773,960,218 | 2,823 |
| 2018 | $231,458,964 | $206,812,597 | $750,011,135 | 2,774 |
| 2017 | $210,458,073 | $207,141,176 | $732,351,720 | 2,844 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.
Students apply and enroll in undergraduate or graduate programs aligned with their educational goals
Faculty deliver curriculum combining academic excellence with Christian values and spiritual development
Scholarships and financial aid enable student access while ministry programs support spiritual growth
Graduates receive degrees and enter careers equipped with both professional skills and faith foundation
Services and programs offered by Abilene Christian University
Comprehensive bachelor's degree programs across multiple disciplines integrating Christian faith and academic rigor
Advanced degree programs including professional and research-focused graduate education for working professionals
Scholarship programs and financial assistance to support student access to Christian higher education
Faith-based programs and mission support initiatives connecting education with Christian service
Modern academic buildings including COBA Atrium, Carl Spain Center, and Moody Building renovations
Meet the people behind Abilene Christian University.
1941
1941
Organization received IRS tax-exempt recognition under Section 501(c)(3)
2019
2019
University revenue increased from $253 million to $355 million over three years
2023
2023
Organization reached $361.6 million in annual revenue with 3,082 employees
Board members, advisors, and key contributors
Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.
Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990
Total Reported (2023)
$5.2M
Highest Paid
$679K
Philip Schubert
Compensated Officers
15
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philip Schubert | President | $530,643 | $148,364 | $679,007 | 40 |
| Joe Lee | CIO | $486,218 | $68,973 | $555,191 | 40 |
| Keith Patterson | Head Football Coach | $405,341 | $41,222 | $446,563 | 40 |
| Brette Tanner | Head Basketball Coach | $316,080 | $42,410 | $358,490 | 40 |
| Rusty Towell | Director Of Next | $273,466 | $77,969 | $351,435 | 40 |
| Daniel Macaluso | VP Of Advancement | $251,121 | $72,834 | $323,955 | 40 |
| Kevin Campbell | SVP Of Operations | $273,732 | $47,538 | $321,270 | 40 |
| Stephen Johnson | VP And Chief Admin Officer | $274,820 | $44,367 | $319,187 | 40 |
| Robert Rhodes | Provost | $265,201 | $44,234 | $309,435 | 40 |
| Timothy Head | ASST Director Of Next | $267,655 | $32,329 | $299,984 | 40 |
| Zachary Lassiter | VP Of Athletics | $256,651 | $36,392 | $293,043 | 40 |
| Rusty Kruzelock | VP Of Research | $195,761 | $51,352 | $247,113 | 40 |
| Slade Sullivan | VP & General Counsel | $195,120 | $45,932 | $241,052 | 40 |
| Tamera Long | VP Of Enrollment | $196,505 | $36,094 | $232,599 | 40 |
| Kim Pamplin | Professor | $197,155 | $35,094 | $232,249 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philip Schubert | President | $499,428 | $120,572 | $620,000 | 40 |
| Keith Patterson | Head Football Coach | $407,243 | $41,220 | $448,463 | 40 |
| Brette Tanner | Head Basketball Coach | $322,147 | $33,776 | $355,923 | 40 |
| Stephen Johnson | VP And Chief Admin Officer | $283,784 | $40,939 | $324,723 | 40 |
| Kevin Campbell | SVP Of Operations | $279,555 | $43,067 | $322,622 | 40 |
| Rusty Towell | Director Of Next | $277,358 | $37,581 | $314,939 | 40 |
| Zachary Lassiter | VP Of Athletics | $261,566 | $33,383 | $294,949 | 40 |
| Robert Rhodes | Provost | $247,057 | $40,494 | $287,551 | 40 |
| Daniel Macaluso | VP Of Advancement | $247,405 | $40,112 | $287,517 | 40 |
| Timothy Head | ASST Director Of Next | $259,718 | $24,729 | $284,447 | 40 |
| Philip Boone | Advancement Office | $242,938 | $34,808 | $277,746 | 40 |
| Steven Rutt | Vice President, COO | $222,580 | $27,392 | $249,972 | 40 |
| Blair Schroeder | Chief Planning Officer | $203,181 | $32,593 | $235,774 | 40 |
| Rusty Kruzelock | VP Of Research | $193,782 | $34,460 | $228,242 | 40 |
| Slade Sullivan | VP & General Counsel | $186,185 | $41,408 | $227,593 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philip Schubert | President | $467,045 | $117,596 | $584,641 | 40 |
| Stephen Johnson | VP And Chief Admin Officer | $316,172 | $32,445 | $348,617 | 40 |
| Rusty Towell | Director Of Next | $263,074 | $39,655 | $302,729 | 40 |
| Brette Tanner | Head Basketball Coach | $267,615 | $33,583 | $301,198 | 40 |
| Linda Bonnin | SVP Of Marketing | $268,942 | $16,227 | $285,169 | 40 |
| Philip Boone | Advancement Office | $244,202 | $34,774 | $278,976 | 40 |
| Kevin Campbell | SVP Of Operations | $234,353 | $38,518 | $272,871 | 40 |
| Robert Rhodes | Provost | $235,705 | $36,238 | $271,943 | 40 |
| Rusty Kruselock | VP Of Research | $214,858 | $34,493 | $249,351 | 40 |
| Charles Ward | Director Of Athletics | $207,591 | $34,428 | $242,019 | 40 |
| James Orr | VP Advancement | $203,094 | $33,477 | $236,571 | 40 |
| Slade Sullivan | VP & General Counsel | $187,741 | $32,278 | $220,019 | 40 |
| Tamera Long | VP Of Enrollment | $192,215 | $27,727 | $219,942 | 40 |
| Tony Hill | Senior Reactor Physicist | $183,986 | $28,285 | $212,271 | 40 |
| Charles Crisp | Dean - College Of Business | $176,321 | $34,404 | $210,725 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philip Schubert | President | $426,295 | $112,205 | $538,500 | 40 |
| Adam Dorrel | Head Football Coach | $247,022 | $30,683 | $277,705 | 40 |
| Stephen Johnson | VP And Chief Admin Officer | $246,105 | $30,231 | $276,336 | 40 |
| Robert Rhodes | Provost | $237,579 | $32,947 | $270,526 | 40 |
| Kevin Campbell | SVP Of Operations | $230,500 | $32,413 | $262,913 | 40 |
| James Orr | VP Advancement | $211,534 | $30,630 | $242,164 | 40 |
| Linda Bonnin | SVP Of Marketing | $216,763 | $16,139 | $232,902 | 40 |
| Philip Boone | Advancement Office | $194,301 | $32,459 | $226,760 | 40 |
| Charles Golding | Head Mbb Coach | $192,836 | $26,955 | $219,791 | 40 |
| Slade Sullivan | General Counsel | $182,702 | $35,815 | $218,517 | 40 |
| Charles Ward | Director Of Athletics | $176,519 | $34,352 | $210,871 | 40 |
| Charles Crisp | Dean - College Of Business | $173,809 | $34,507 | $208,316 | 40 |
| Julie Goodenough | Head Wbb Coach | $173,412 | $28,373 | $201,785 | 40 |
| Tamera Long | VP Of Enrollment | $175,702 | $25,670 | $201,372 | 40 |
| Wendy Jones | Chief HR Officer | $123,292 | $25,880 | $149,172 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philip Schubert | President | $413,704 | $117,472 | $531,176 | 40 |
| Philip Schubert | President | $413,704 | $117,472 | $531,176 | 40 |
| Robert Rhodes | Provost | $236,469 | $39,789 | $276,258 | 40 |
| Robert Rhodes | Provost | $236,469 | $39,789 | $276,258 | 40 |
| Adam Dorrel | Head Football Coach | $231,132 | $35,758 | $266,890 | 40 |
| Adam Dorrel | Head Football Coach | $231,132 | $35,758 | $266,890 | 40 |
| Kevin Campbell | SVP Of Operations | $212,902 | $35,346 | $248,248 | 40 |
| Kevin Campbell | SVP Of Operations | $212,902 | $35,346 | $248,248 | 40 |
| James Orr | VP Advancement | $200,013 | $35,601 | $235,614 | 40 |
| James Orr | VP Advancement | $200,013 | $35,601 | $235,614 | 40 |
| Philip Boone | Advancement Office | $194,199 | $34,938 | $229,137 | 40 |
| Philip Boone | Advancement Office | $194,199 | $34,938 | $229,137 | 40 |
| Scott Mcdowell | Former VP Of Student Life | $202,831 | $19,900 | $222,731 | 40 |
| Scott Mcdowell | Former VP Of Student Life | $202,831 | $19,900 | $222,731 | 40 |
| John Weaver | Former Dean - Library And Education Technology | $179,348 | $34,205 | $213,553 | 40 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.
People from this organization who contributed to political campaigns
Euless, TX
Data from Federal Election Commission • Individual contributions only
Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings
Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.
Government awards and grants from USAspending.gov
| Agency | Award ID | Type | Period | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | P063P242255 | DIRECT PAYMENT FOR SPECIFIED USE, AS A SUBSIDY OR OTHER NON-REIMBURSABLE DIRECT FINANCIAL AID (C) | 2024-2030 | $14,616,564 |
| Education | P063P252255 | DIRECT PAYMENT FOR SPECIFIED USE, AS A SUBSIDY OR OTHER NON-REIMBURSABLE DIRECT FINANCIAL AID (C) | 2025-2031 | $6,168,243 |
| NEH | RQ27121220 | PROJECT GRANT (B) | 2020-2023 | $288,930 |
| Education | P379T262255 | DIRECT PAYMENT FOR SPECIFIED USE, AS A SUBSIDY OR OTHER NON-REIMBURSABLE DIRECT FINANCIAL AID (C) | 2025-2046 | $3,301 |
| Education | P268K262255 | DIRECT LOAN (E) | 2025-2047 | $0 |
Source: USAspending.gov. Amounts represent total federal obligations.