HSU Acceptance Rate and SAT/ACT Scores

Hardin-Simmons University Admission Requirements and Statistics

How hard is HSU to get into?

This page provides the latest information on Hardin-Simmons University (HSU)'s admission process, acceptance rate, and student profile. HSU's acceptance rate is 90.00% for 2024-2025 admission. A total of 3,479 students applied and 3,131 were admitted to the school. Its acceptance rate is relatively high, making it somewhat easy to get into HSU.

To apply to HSU, it is required to submit high school GPA and record. The SAT and ACT score is not required, but considered for admission. In addition, english proficiency test score is also considered (required).

HSU's acceptance rate places 39th out of 79 Texas colleges with competitive admission.
The median SAT score is 1100 and the ACT score is 22 at HSU. HSU's SAT score ranks 24th out of 55 Texas colleges that consider SAT score for admission.
HSU's yield rate is 12.23%, which is significantly lower by 17.20 percentage points (approximately 58.5% lower) compared to similar colleges with acceptance rates between 90% and 100% (average yield: 29.43%). You can compare colleges with similar acceptance rates to HSU at Texas colleges with acceptance rates higher than 70%. This comparison helps contextualize HSU's yield rate within its selectivity range.

Admission Statistics

For the academic year 2024-25, HSU's acceptance rate is 90.00% and the yield (also known as enrollment rate) is 12.23%. 1,288 men and 2,191 women applied to HSU and 1,129 men and 2,002 women students were accepted.

Among them, 215 men and 168 women were enrolled in HSU. You can explore the HSU's admission rates and SAT score trends over the past decade, including year-by-year data and analysis, by visiting Admission Trends page.

Acceptance Rate and Admission Statistics at HSU
	Total	Men	Women	Another Gender	Gender Unknown
Applicants	3,479	1,288	2,191	0	0
Admitted	3,131	1,129	2,002	0	0
Enrolled	383	215	168	0	0
Acceptance Rate	90.00%	87.66%	91.37%	-	-
Yield	12.23%	19.04%	8.39%	-	-

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) (Last update: December 11, 2024)

Hardin-Simmons University 2025 Acceptance Rate By Gender chart

Median SAT and ACT Score

For the academic year 2025, 121 students (32% of enrolled students) submitted SAT scores and 76 students (20% of enrolled students) submitted ACT scores as part of the admission process at HSU.

The median SAT score for admitted students is 1,100, including 560 in SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW) and 540 in SAT Math. The 75th percentile SAT EBRW score is 600 and the 25th percentile is 510. For SAT Math, the 75th percentile score is 590 and the 25th percentile is 500.

The median ACT composite score is 22, with a 75th percentile score of 26 and a 25th percentile score of 19 at HSU. The median ACT Math score is 21 and the median ACT English score is 21.

How competitive is HSU's score?

The SAT and ACT scores at Hardin-Simmons University are similar to the average score compared to similar colleges (SAT: 1,177, ACT: 25 - private (not-for-profit) doctoral / research university).

2025 SAT and ACT Scores at HSU
	25^th Percentile	50^th Percentile (Median)	75^th Percentile
SAT Total	1,010	1,100	1,190
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing	510	560	600
SAT Math	500	540	590
ACT Composite	19	22	26
ACT Math	18	21	24
ACT English	17	21	24

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) (Last update: December 11, 2024)

Hardin-Simmons University 2025 SAT and ACT Score Chart

Application Requirements

It requires to submit High School GPA, High School Record (or Transcript), and English Proficiency Test to its applicants.

The SAT and ACT test score is not required, but considered in admission process at HSU. The english proficiency test is required .

The next table summarizes the application requirements to apply Hardin-Simmons University.

For more admission information such as minimum GPA and deadlines, see its online application page .

HSU Admission Requirements
High School GPA	Required
High School Rank	Considered, if submitted
High School Record (or Transcript)	Required
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Considered, if submitted
Recommendations	Considered, if submitted
Formal Demonstration of Competencies	Considered, if submitted
SAT / ACT	Considered, if submitted
English Proficiency Test	Required
Other Test (Wonderlic,WISC-III,etc)	Not Considered
Work experience	Not Considered
Personal statement or essay	Considered, if submitted
Legacy status	Considered, if submitted

General Admissions Information

The following provides general admission information for applying to HSU:

Open Admission Policy: No
Undergraduate Application Fees: -
Graduate Application Fees: -
Admission Information: https://www.hsutx.edu/admissions
Online Application: https://www.hsutx.edu/admissions/apply-to-hsu/
Calendar System: Semester
Course for High School Students: Not Offered
Credits Accepted: Advanced placement (AP) Credits
Degree Offered: Bachelor, Post-Bachelor Certificate, Master, Doctoral (Professional Practice)

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What is the acceptance rate at the HSU?

HSU is relatively easy to get into, with an acceptance rate of 90.00%.

What SAT or ACT scores are required for admission to HSU?

HSU recommends submitting SAT or ACT scores, but they are not strictly required for admission. The average SAT score required for admission to HSU is 1,100, and the average ACT score is 22. Meeting or exceeding these scores will improve your chances of admission.

Does HSU require essays or personal statements?

HSU recommends submitting a personal essay or statement, but it is not strictly required.

Are recommendation letters required for HSU admission?

HSU recommends submitting a recommendation letter, but it is not strictly required.

Is there an application fee?

HSU does not require an application fee for undergraduate or graduate admission.

Do I need to submit my high school transcript?

Yes, HSU requires applicants to submit high school GPA, high school record or transcript as part of the admission process.

Are there any specific admission requirements for international students?

Yes, HSU requires international applicants to submit an English proficiency test (like TOEFL or IELTS) as part of the application.

What is SAT code and ACT code for HSU?

The institutional SAT code for HSU is 6268 and 4-digit ACT code is 4096.