Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003571
- Phone: (210) 690-9000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
83.78%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
12:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
10FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$15,791Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Hardin – Simmons University
Also known as HSU, Hardin-Simmons
10401 IH 10 W, San Antonio, TX
Hardin - Simmons University provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Abilene, Texas and operated as a private institution. The Baptist affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. HSU has an annual student enrollment of nearly two thousand.
Areas of study available at HSU include but are not limited to:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Psychology
The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 1370 - 1700 for the SAT exam and in a range of 20 - 26 for the ACT exam is common among students admitted to Hardin - Simmons University. HSU admits approximately 60% of applicants. Of those students admitted, about 40% registered for enrollment. More information from the admissions office can be found at hsutx.edu.
Tuition is approximately $25,000 annually, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. Housing may be available for students that would like to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $3,700 per year. Some students at HSU may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.
The mascot for Hardin - Simmons University is the "Cowboys", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through oversight by the NCAA. Available sports offered may include the following:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Football (NCAA Division III)
Students can visit the Hardin - Simmons University website to get a complete list of programs offered, admissions information, and more.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the applicants Hardin – Simmons University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Hardin – Simmons University is around 2,300 students. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 21% enrolling as graduate students and 75% as undergraduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition is estimated to range between $28,000-$34,000 for both in-state and out-of-state students
- Per unit charges are around $940 for part time students
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $17,522 |
Receiving Student Loans | 70% | $7,530 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Hardin – Simmons University may provide services to students like:
- Distance learning
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Employment search assistance
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
Campus: Hardin – Simmons University
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Theology (Ministry) Program
Campus: Logsdon Seminary Theology Program at South Texas School of Christion Studies
- Theology (Ministry) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools (since 2006)
Campus: Logston Seminary Theology Program at Trinity Baptist Church
- Theology (Ministry) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools (since 2012)
Intercollegiate Athletics
HSU, Hardin-Simmons is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (American Southwest Conference)
- Basketball (American Southwest Conference)
- Football (American Southwest Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Hardin – Simmons University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Business and Marketing Studies
Computer and Information Sciences
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
- Rhetoric and Composition (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B, M)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Christian Studies (B, M)
- Philosophy
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
Theology and Religious Vocations
Visual and Performing Arts
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003571
- Phone: (210) 690-9000
- School Homepage