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Hardin-Simmons University

Hardin-Simmons University is a small, private institution located in Abilene, tx. Founded in 1891, Hardin-Simmons University offers undergraduate degrees in 81 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Private
athletics Division 3
undergraduates 1,323 undergraduates
cost $31,686
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Admissions

Will I get into Hardin-Simmons University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 88.3%
SAT score average 1093
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA 3.43
Application fee N/A
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Hardin-Simmons University is known for one of its top majors: Business Administration, Management and Operations. Their student-faculty ratio is 16:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
16 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Business and Management
Health and Medical Professions
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Social Sciences and Psychology
Education and Teaching
Law and Legal Studies
Other

Popular majors

Business Administration, Management and Operations
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Health and Physical Education/Fitness
Biology, General
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions
Psychology, General
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas

Tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $31,686
Additional expenses
Room & board $9,980
Books & supplies $1,061
Other expenses $3,192
Cost of attendance* $45,919
Financial aid package $34,519
Estimated cost $11,400 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $31,686
Additional expenses
Room & board $9,980
Books & supplies $1,061
Other expenses $3,192
Cost of attendance* $45,919
Financial aid package $34,519
Estimated cost $11,400 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? Hardin-Simmons University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,323, with gender binary students split 48% male and 52% female.

Total enrollment

1,857

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
39%
African American %
8%
Hispanic American %
19%
Asian %
1%
Native American %
1%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
2%
Unknown %
30%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Hardin-Simmons University, students love their Baptist Student Ministries, student athletes compete in Division 3 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 2200 Hickory, Abilene, TX 79698-0001
phone 325-670-1000
address https://www.hsutx.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Baptist student ministries

Student government

Alpha phi omega

Student activities board

Fellowship of christian athletes

clubs
announcement

Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 3
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Hardin-Simmons University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Hardin-Simmons University?

Hardin-Simmons University is located in Abilene, tx.

What is the acceptance rate at Hardin-Simmons University? 

The acceptance rate for Hardin-Simmons University is 88%.

What’s the average GPA for Hardin-Simmons University?

The average high school GPA for Hardin-Simmons University students was 3.43.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Hardin-Simmons University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Hardin-Simmons University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $183,676.

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