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Nelson University

Waxahachie, TXPrivate NonprofitSuburb Setting
Open Admission • 89% Acceptance
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89%
Accept Rate
Open Admission
$21,662
Avg Net Cost
After financial aid
1.5K
Students
Small campus body
$37,425
Median Earnings
6 Years Post-Graduation

Overview & Identity

Nelson University is a private nonprofit institution located in the suburb setting of Waxahachie, TX. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 1.5K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 89%.

Quick Facts

Institution Type
Private Nonprofit
Student Population
1.5K (Small)
Admissions Selectivity
89% (Open Admission)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
Suburb

Admissions & Academics

Admitted Student Scores

SAT Reading460 - 550
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math430 - 540
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite20 (midpoint)
1midpoint value36
89%
Acceptance Rate
Open Admission

Top Majors & Programs

Business & Marketing16% of degrees

Programs / Fields of Study

Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Marketing.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $66,477
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $62,264
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $55,000
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Psychology, General.
Credential: Associate's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $54,750
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Associate's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $53,275
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $30,480
Theological and Ministerial Studies.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $53,150
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $52,229
Earnings 5yr: $52,521
Debt: $27,000
Education, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $50,491
Earnings 5yr: $46,333
Debt: $27,500
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $47,277
Earnings 5yr: $64,702
Debt: $29,875
Religion/Religious Studies.
Credential: Associate's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $46,892
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $26,500
Bible/Biblical Studies.
Credential: Associate's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $45,704
Earnings 5yr: $46,944
Debt: $27,000
Bible/Biblical Studies.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $43,808
Earnings 5yr: $47,625
Debt: $30,875
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $43,110
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology.
Credential: Associate's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $40,202
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $39,707
Earnings 5yr: $38,540
Debt: $26,750
Religious Education.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: $43,492
Debt: N/A
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Associate's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Bible/Biblical Studies.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Bible/Biblical Studies.
Credential: Non-Credential Program (Preparatory Coursework/Teacher Certification)
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A

Tuition & Cost Portrait

Avg Net Price$21,662
In-State Tuition$25,064
Out-of-State Tuition$25,064
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

48%
Pell Grants
61%
Take Loans
53%
Repayment

Student Outcomes & ROI

Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation

6 Years Post-Entry
$37,425
+24% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$46,238

Completion Signals

42%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
75%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$14,750
Est. Monthly Payment
$159/mo
Based on standard 10yr path

Campus & Demographics

Student Demographics & Community

Diversity Mix

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Gender Balance

51%
Men
49%
Women
The campus gender distribution displays a split of 51% men and 49% women.

Student Vitals

First-Gen Share
38%
Part-Time Share
13%
Avg Family Income
$48,154
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