Hardin-Simmons University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Abilene, Texas with 1,283 undergraduates. It admits 90% of applicants, costs an average of $19,731 a year after grants and graduates 45% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Hardin-Simmons University acceptance rate and admissions
Hardin-Simmons University admitted 90% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 510 to 600, math 500 to 590). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Hardin-Simmons University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants ($75 for international applicants). Confirm dates on Hardin-Simmons University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Hardin-Simmons University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $34,260 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $11,600 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $48,315 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $19,731 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $19,731 a year after grants and scholarships, $28,584 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Hardin-Simmons University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Hardin-Simmons University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 45% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $56,313 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $22,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 40% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Hardin-Simmons University majors and what graduates earn
Hardin-Simmons University awarded bachelor's degrees in 32 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($90,276).
All 32 majors at Hardin-Simmons University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Hardin-Simmons University
17 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 17 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physical and occupational therapy | Professional doctorate | 38 | n/a | n/a |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | Master's | 31 | $104,729 | $132,443 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | Master's | 18 | n/a | n/a |
| Human development and family studies | Master's | 14 | n/a | n/a |
| Mental health counseling | Master's | 14 | $38,919 | $59,103 |
| Business administration | Master's | 14 | $61,686 | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Speech-language pathology | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Criminal justice | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Divinity and ministry | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Divinity and ministry | Professional doctorate | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Pastoral ministry | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | Doctoral | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Business analytics and operations research | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Religious studies | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,283 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 50% women, 50% men
- 15 students for every faculty member
- Setting: midsize city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Hardin-Simmons University?
Hardin-Simmons University admitted 90% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Hardin-Simmons University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $34,260. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $19,731 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Hardin-Simmons University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 510 to 600 in reading and writing and 500 to 590 in math, and 19 to 26 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Hardin-Simmons University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Hardin-Simmons University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Hardin-Simmons University?
45% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Hardin-Simmons University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $56,313 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.