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| Location | Sherman, Texas |
| Online | austincollege.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Religious Affiliation | Presbyterian Church (USA) |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located 60 miles north of Dallas in Sherman, Texas, Austin College operates as a private liberal arts institution on a 100-acre suburban campus characterized by both historic red brick buildings and modern academic facilities. Founded in 1849 by the Presbyterian Church, it stands as the oldest college in Texas operating under its original charter. The college maintains selective admission standards and emphasizes a traditional liberal arts curriculum, with notable programs in pre-medical studies, international relations, and business administration. Students are required to live on campus for three years, residing in traditional residence halls or theme houses, and all undergraduates must complete a combination of study abroad, research, or internship experiences through the college's experiential learning requirement.
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Austin College is rated within the top 27% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Austin College within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#163 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#129 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#7 in Best Colleges in Texas
#5 in Best Private Colleges in Texas
#71 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Value Colleges in Texas
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1170/1340 |
| ACT | 26/32 |
| GPA | 3.63 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jul 31, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,250 |
| Other Fees | $210 |
| Room and Board | $13,495 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,375 |
| Total One Year Cost | $62,620 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 21% |
| Psychology | 14% |
| Business | 14% |
| History | 9% |
| Foreign Languages | 9% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=222983 IPEDS survey data for Austin College.
Current students may use the Austin College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025