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Hardin-Simmons University
Abilene, TXPrivate NonprofitCity Setting
Open Admission • 90% Acceptance
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Overview & Identity
Hardin-Simmons University is a private nonprofit institution located in the city setting of Abilene, TX. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 1.3K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 90%.
Quick Facts
Institution Type
Private Nonprofit
Student Population
1.3K (Small)
Admissions Selectivity
90% (Open Admission)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
City
Admissions & Academics
Admitted Student Scores
SAT Reading510 - 600
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math500 - 590
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite19 - 26
1typical 50% range36
90%
Acceptance Rate
Open Admission
Top Majors & Programs
Business & Marketing19% of degrees
Biological Sciences11% of degrees
Health Sciences10% of degrees
Social Sciences7% of degrees
Programs / Fields of Study
Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $90,276
Earnings 5yr: $79,214
Debt: N/A
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions.
Credential: Doctoral Degree
Earnings 4yr: $83,820
Earnings 5yr: $87,790
Debt: N/A
Finance and Financial Management Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $72,425
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Theological and Ministerial Studies.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $65,147
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $63,632
Earnings 5yr: $50,755
Debt: N/A
Student Counseling and Personnel Services.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $57,167
Earnings 5yr: $53,833
Debt: N/A
Biology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $52,005
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $26,500
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $51,722
Earnings 5yr: $54,297
Debt: $27,709
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $50,560
Earnings 5yr: $55,802
Debt: $26,850
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $49,389
Earnings 5yr: $56,944
Debt: $28,000
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $48,112
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $24,290
Psychology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $47,423
Earnings 5yr: $40,256
Debt: $26,695
Communication and Media Studies.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: $50,770
Debt: N/A
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: $44,120
Debt: N/A
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Bible/Biblical Studies.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Tuition & Cost Portrait
Avg Net Price$19,555
In-State Tuition$32,960
Out-of-State Tuition$32,960
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.
Financial Assistance & Support
40%
Pell Grants
82%
Take Loans
64%
Repayment
Student Outcomes & ROI
Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation
6 Years Post-Entry
$44,392
+23% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$54,771
Completion Signals
46%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
65%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$13,359
Est. Monthly Payment
$144/mo
Based on standard 10yr path
Campus & Demographics
Student Demographics & Community
Diversity Mix
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Gender Balance
50%
Men50%
WomenThe campus gender distribution displays a split of 50% men and 50% women.
Student Vitals
First-Gen Share
31%
Part-Time Share
5%
Avg Family Income
$67,211
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