Schreiner University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Kerrville, Texas with 1,053 undergraduates. It admits 88% of applicants, costs an average of $21,252 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.
Schreiner University acceptance rate and admissions
Schreiner University admitted 88% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Schreiner University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Nov 1, 2026 (passed) |
| Early action II | Dec 1, 2026 |
| Regular decision | Mar 1, 2027 |
Next deadline: Early action II, Dec 1, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: $25 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Schreiner 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.
Schreiner University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $40,850 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $11,538 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $50,589 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $21,252 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $21,252 a year after grants and scholarships, $29,337 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 Schreiner University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Schreiner 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 $54,990 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $24,895 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 45% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Schreiner University majors and what graduates earn
Schreiner University awarded bachelor's degrees in 31 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($92,978).
All 31 majors at Schreiner University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 22 | $82,926 | $92,978 | $23,000 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 26 | $22,872 | $64,439 | $26,000 |
| Marketing | 14 | n/a | $63,107 | n/a |
| Biology | 23 | $31,451 | $50,514 | $21,250 |
| Psychology | 18 | $34,218 | $45,846 | $26,000 |
| Business administration | 17 | $38,503 | n/a | $26,500 |
| Finance | 14 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| IT and network administration | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mechanical engineering | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Graphic and industrial design | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Speech-language pathology | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Public health | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Business | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Education | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Civil engineering | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Engineering, general | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Homeland security | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Arts management | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
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 Schreiner University
2 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 2 graduate programs
Trade and career programs at Schreiner University
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN and CNA | Certificate | 10 | n/a | $65,603 | $14,250 |
Students and location
- 1,053 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 54% women, 46% men
- 13 students for every faculty member
- Setting: remote town
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Schreiner University?
Schreiner University admitted 88% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Schreiner University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $40,850. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $21,252 a year in 2024-25.
Is Schreiner University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Schreiner University reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Schreiner University?
45% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Schreiner University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $54,990 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.