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#21 Best Private Colleges in Texas

Hardin Simmons University

Abilene, Texas

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Overview

Enrollment

1,937
Hardin Simmons University overview
Location Abilene, Texas
Online hsutx.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Midsize City
Religious Affiliation Baptist
Hardin Simmons University overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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Located in Abilene, Texas, Hardin Simmons University is a small four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs.   The school has a religious affiliation with the Baptist faith. In the most recent statistical year 2,125 prospective students applied, and 2,010 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 388 enrolled in the school.  1,736 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 201 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $29,526 plus fees of $2,160. HSU is ranked 728 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.

Ratings

5/10

Overall

4/10

Academics

5/10

Resources

6/10

Outcomes

4/10

Value

HSU is rated within the lower 41% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

Rankings for Hardin Simmons University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Very Easy
Hardin Simmons University overview
SAT 970/1170
ACT 18/23
GPA 3.43

Applications Accepted

94.6% 
Hardin Simmons University overview
Applications Due -
Applicant Competition Very Low
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$29,526
Costs for Hardin Simmons University
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,060
Other Fees$2,160
Room and Board $9,980
Budget for Other Expenses$3,231
Total One Year Cost$45,957

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$46,600 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

47% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Hardin Simmons University students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 17%
Education 13%
Biology 9%
Health Professions 9%
Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies 8%

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