ACOR’s main activities include a fellowship program for scholars, archaeological excavation and restoration projects, other academic programs and a summer intensive Arabic language institute handled through CAORC. From time to time ACOR hosts public lectures, usually on archaeological topics.

ACOR has one of the best libraries for archaeology and Middle Eastern studies in Jordan. Eligible scholars may reside in the ACOR hostel.

ACOR is a private, non-profit organization supported by contributions from foundations, corporations and individuals and by funds generated by the Amman operation. Donations are welcome. ACOR is tax exempt as an American 501(c)(3) organization.