Known for business — close-knit campus
Hardin-Simmons University is a private institution in Abilene with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 1064, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.3K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
50% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $54,771 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $21,031.
Established
1891
Motto
"...Excellence in education enlightened by Christian faith and values."
Mascot
Cowboy/Cowgirl
Type
Private university
Conference
Division III level of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Division
Division III
97%Acceptance
1064SAT Avg
1,275Students
15:1Student:Faculty
50%Grad Rate
$54,771Earnings 10yr
$21,031Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate96.5%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1064
Reading & WritingMid: 540
480600
MathMid: 530
488590
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 21
1824
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$31,686
Room & Board$10,634
Books & Supplies$1,060
Total Cost of Attendance$45,059
Average Net Price$21,031
Median Debt at Graduation$24,711
Monthly Payment (10yr)$262
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$14,534
$30–48K$15,981
$48–75K$18,485
$75–110K$20,982
$110K+$26,442
Programs (81)
Student Body
Undergrads
1,275
Gender Split
51% / 49%
Women / Men
First Generation
31%
Pell Grant Recipients
38%
Race & Ethnicity
White 54%
Black 11%
Hispanic 26%
Asian 1%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 3%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate49.6%
Freshman Retention65.3%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$44,392
8 Years$48,639
10 Years$54,771
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$41,400
Men
$55,700
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia