Abilene, TX

Hardin-Simmons University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Hardin-Simmons University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Abilene, TX.
It is classified as Doctoral / Research University by Carnegie Classification.
Hardin-Simmons University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

90% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 3,479 applied, 3,131 accepted, and 383 enrolled in HSU.
215 men and 168 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,100 SAT, 22 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,100 and ACT score is 22. The SAT score of 1100 is average, 59 to 67 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total101011001190
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing510560600
Math500540590
ACT Score
Composite192226
Math182124
English172124
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $32,960 for undergraduate programs and $15,110 for graduate programs.
Tuition has increased by 4.02% compared to last year at Hardin-Simmons University.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

1,308 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $24,242.
For freshmen, 349 students (100%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $23,743.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 1,665 students enrolled HSU in 2025.
By gender, 772 men and 893 women students are enrolled.
There are 1,291 undergraduate and 374 graduate students.
More Demographics Stats

66 Major Programs

  • 5 programs through online
  • 14 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of HSU is 46% and the transfer-out rate is 33%.
The retention rate is 65% for full-time and 65% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
46%
Transfer-out Rate
33%
Retention Rate
65%
Students to Faculty Ratio
15 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 152 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for HSU and the average faculty salary is $72,089. The studetns to faculty ratio is 15 to 1.
There are 371 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $56,125.
Number of Faculties
152
Average Faculty Salary
$72,089
Number of Staffs
371
Average Staff Salary
$56,125

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • Study Abroad
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries
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