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Austin College

900 N Grand Ave, Sherman, TX 75090

Overview

  • OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 00354300
  • President: Marjorie Hass
  • Fax: (903) 813-3199
  • Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
  • Calendar System: Four-One-Four Plan
  • Highest Degree: Master's
  • Local Area: Small City
  • Student Enrollment: 1,314
  • College Mascot: Kangaroos

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About
Austin College, located in Sherman, Texas, was founded in 1841 and originally located in Huntsville, Texas. Over the years the school has gone through multiple iterations, locations changes, including becoming coeducation in 1829 through a merger with Texas Presbyterian College, a formerly all female institution. The school maintains a relationship with the Presbyterian Church and named after Stephen F. Austin, a historic figure in the State of Texas.

Academics
Austin College is a liberal arts college that provides a comprehensive four year education in a variety of majors. Students will take courses in the areas of general education, lower and upper division major courses, and a number of electives that allow for an expansion of a student's interests. Additionally student may pursue minor degrees that require additional courses and provide an additional specialization in a secondary area of study. Graduates will earn a bachelor's degree in their chosen area of study.

Programs offered include:


Admissions and Financial Aid
Students who wish to enroll at Austin College must submit an application, along with transcripts and test scores, which will then be reviewed by the school. An evaluation of the provided materials will take place, followed by a decision by the college regarding  enrollment. Once a final decision is reached, the student will be notified, and if admitted will be given material to prepare them for their college experience. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships and is awarded based on need. Information provided by a student on their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will be used to determine need and awards. 

*Not all of the programs above may be offered
 

Student Services Offered

  • Academic or Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Study Abroad
  • Teaching K-12 Certification Offered

    • - Can Complete Preparation With Specialization

    - State Approved for Certification

Religious Affiliation

  • Presbyterian Church (Usa)

Website:

www.austincollege.edu

Mission Statement

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Accreditation

  • Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges

Facilities and Programs Offered

  • Library Available

College Carnegie Classifications

  • Basic Classification
    • - Baccalaureate Colleges--Arts & Sciences
  • Undergraduate Classification
    • - Arts & Sciences Focus, No Graduate Coexistence
  • Graduate Classification
    • - Single Postbaccalaureate (Education)
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
    • - Full-Time Four-Year, More Selective, Lower Transfer-In
  • Enrollment Classification
    • - Very High Undergraduate
  • Size Classification
    • - Small Four-Year, Highly Residential

Degrees & Programs

Awarded Student Degrees and Programs

The following is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered. The table below details the number of degrees or certificates that were awarded in the 2010-11 school year to graduates broken down by degree or major type. Please contact Austin College directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

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Biochemistry Degree6-
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Biology Degree18-
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Business and Marketing Studies

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Commerce Degree43-
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Communications and Journalism

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Communication and Media Studies, Other Degree8-
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Communications Degree9-
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Computer and Information Sciences

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Computer Science Degree2-
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Education

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Art Teacher Education Degree-1
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Drama and Dance Teacher Education Degree--
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Elementary Education Degree-5
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Music Teacher Education Degree--
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Physical Education Degree-3
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Secondary Education Degree-5
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Speech Teacher Education Degree-1
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Middle School Education Degree-2
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English Language and Literature

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English Language and Literature Degree12-
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Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies

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Latin American Studies Degree--
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United States Studies Degree--
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Foreign Languages and Literature

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French Language and Literature Degree5-
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German Language and Literature Degree2-
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Latin Language and Literature Degree--
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Spanish Language and Literature Degree4-
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Classical Languages, Literatures and Linguistics Degree3-
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Classical Languages, Literatures and Linguistics, Other Degree1-
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History

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History Degree29-
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Interdisciplinary Studies

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Interdisciplinary Studies, Other Degree14-
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Mathematics and Statistics

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Mathematics Degree2-
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Natural Resources and Conservation

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Environmental Studies Degree7-
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Philosophy and Religious Studies

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Philosophy Degree--
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Religious Studies Degree5-
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Physical Sciences

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Chemistry Degree6-
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Physics Degree3-
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Psychology

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Psychology Degree40-
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Social Sciences

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Economics Degree11-
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International Economics Degree4-
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International Relations and Affairs Degree9-
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Political Science Degree16-
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Sociology Degree7-
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Visual and Performing Arts

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Music Degree3-
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Art Studies Degree5-
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Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Reviewed on: January 30, 2013 Flag Review
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  • I attended Austin College, and I consider it the greatest decision I have ever made. I am very sorry to hear that the other commentator had a different experience. I believe College is what you make of it. I met wonderful people at Austin College. Professors cared, and worked around the clock to ensure not only participation in class, but guidance through the undergraduate maze. Austin College provides students with the resources for internships within the community as well as outside the country. I would attend Austin College if you are not only openminded to being a global citizen, but if you are willing to commit yourself to, and be involved in a community that, while small by many standards, will look out for, and support you.
  • Reviewed on: July 29, 2010 Flag Review
  • Rating:
  • Feel free to attend this school if you;

    A) Don't feel like having an interesting life during your college years.
    B) Only enjoy visiting exotic places such as Walmart or abandoned buildings during your weekends.
    C) Hate yourself and want to subject yourself to the most disappointing experience imaginable.
    D) Have a desire to constantly wonder why you haven't transferred do a different school already.

Admissions

Disclaimer

The admissions information is provided for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future admissions policy.

Admissions Quick Facts

Admissions Summary

Prospective students should view the admission and application details below to get a better idea of the candidates Austin College accepts. Some of the details provided may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, a range of SAT/ACT scores of accepted students, as well as any college credits that may be accepted. This information can be used to get a better idea of your chances of getting into Austin College.

Also, make sure to visit the admissions office webpage (http://www.austincollege.edu), where you can learn more about any additional application requirements and deadlines.

The Austin College admissions office phone number is (903) 813-3000. This is the last updated number we have on file, please contact us if incorrect.

You can also apply online here: http://www.austincollege.edu

Admissions Links

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credit
  • AP Credit

Considerations for Admission

  • High School or Secondary School GPA
    • - Required
  • High School or Secondary School Rank
    • - Recommended
  • High School or Secondary School Record
    • - Required
  • College Preparatory Program Completion
    • - Recommended
  • Recommendation Consideration
    • - Required
  • Formal Demonstration of Competencies
    • - Recommended
  • Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...)
    • - Required
  • TOEFL
    • - Required

Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2011

 MaleFemaleTotal
Number of Applicants1,4741,8353,309
Number Granted Admission (%)740 (50%)996 (54%)1,736 (52%)
Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%)185 (25%)174 (17%)359 (21%)

Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2011

 NumberPercent (%)
SAT ® Exam19354%
ACT ® Exam20056%

SAT Scores for Accepted Students Fall 2011

 25th Percentile75th Percentile
SAT ® Critical Reading580680
SAT ® Math570680
SAT ® Writing560650

ACT Scores for Accepted Students Fall 2011

 25th Percentile75th Percentile
ACT ® Composite2429
ACT ® English--
ACT ® Math--

Enrollment Data

Overall Student Enrollment

  • Total Student Enrollment: 1,314

    • - Undergraduate: 1,293

    - Graduate: 21

Student Gender

  • Total Student Gender

    • - Male: 618

    - Female: 746

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.8 : 1

  • Undergraduate Gender

    • - Male: 610

    - Female: 725

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.8 : 1

  • Graduate Gender

    • - Male: 8

    - Female: 21

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.4 : 1

Student Attendance

  • Total Student Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 1,354

    - Part-Time: 10

  • Undergraduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 1,325

    - Part-Time: 10

  • Graduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 29

    - Part-Time: 0

Student Race Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien252%
American Indian40.3%
Black494%
Asian17914%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander--
Hispanic15512%
White83564%
Unknown141%

Student Age Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Age Under 18242%
Ages 18-1965848%
Ages 20-2155941%
Ages 22-241038%
Ages 25-29120.9%
Ages 30-3410.07%
Ages 35-3920.1%
Ages 40-4930.2%
Ages 50-6520.1%

Graduation Rates

Disclaimer

The data listed below is for informational purposes only. Although graduation, transfer, and retention rates should be included in determining the performance of a school, it is only one of many factors to consider and may not provide a clear representation of the school's performance. These figures are based on a cohort or subset of students.

Graduation and Retention Rates Quick Facts

Retention Rates

The retention rate figures represent the percentage of first time students (full-time or part-time) that complete the first year and return the following year.

  • Full-Time Students: 84%

Overall Graduation Rates

 (%) of Entering Class
All Students75%

Graduation Rates By Gender

 (%) of Entering Class
Male67%
Female83%

Graduation Rates By Race

 (%) of Entering Class
Non-Resident Alien100%
American Indian33%
Black50%
Asian86%
Hispanic70%
White74%

Graduation Rates By Number of Years to Graduate

 (%) of Entering Class
4 Years or Less69%
5 Years74%
6 Years75%

Tuition & Fees

Disclaimer:

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition and Fees Quick Facts

Alternative Tuition Plans Offered

  • Tuition Payment Plan

    - Allows tuition to be paid in installments over an agreed upon period of time.

To get a personalized estimate for the cost of attending Austin College, visit their online calculator by clicking the following link: http://artemis.austincollege.edu

Estimated Cost of Attendance or "Net Price" for Full-Time Beginning Students

The "Net Price" figures apply to undergraduate students beginning full-time enrollment who have paid the in-state/district tuition and were awarded grants or scholarships.

 2010-112009-102008-09
Average Net Price$21,255$18,861$19,506
$0 - $30,000$14,486$12,203$25,634
$30,000 - $48,000$15,458$12,364$29,036
$48,001 - $75,000$17,518$16,539$32,331
$75,001 - $110,000$22,910$19,655$30,970
More Than $110,000$26,393$23,199$32,741

Undergraduate Student Tuition, Fees, and Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
In-District Tuition and Fees$31,270$29,235$27,850
In-State Tuition and Fees$31,270$29,235$27,850
Out of State Tuition and Fees$31,270$29,235$27,850
Books and Supplies$1,200$1,200$1,200

Undergraduate Housing Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
Room and Board$9,950$9,599$9,090
Other Expenses$1,300$1,300$1,300
Off Campus
Room and Board$3,650$3,650$3,650
Other Expenses$1,460$1,450$1,400
Off Campus with Family
Other Expenses$1,460$1,450$1,400

Undergraduate Total Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
In-District$43,720$41,334$39,440
In-State$43,720$41,334$39,440
Out of State$43,720$41,334$39,440
Off Campus
In-District$37,580$35,535$34,100
In-State$37,580$35,535$34,100
Out of State$37,580$35,535$34,100
Off Campus with Family
In-District$33,930$31,885$30,450
In-State$33,930$31,885$30,450
Out of State$33,930$31,885$30,450

Financial Aid

Disclaimer

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

Financial Aid Quick Facts

Financial Aid Office Phone Number

The Austin College financial aid office phone number is (903) 813-2900. This is the most up to date contact information we have, please contact us if incorrect.

Financial Aid Office Webpage

Financial Aid Office

Financial Aid Breakdown 2010-11

 # Receiving Aid% Receiving AidAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid31298%-
Any Grant or Scholarship Aid31298%$19,879
All Federal Grants10533%$5,924
Pell Grants10132%$4,277
Other Federal Grants10533%$1,811
State/Local Grants & Scholarships14044%$4,456
Institutional Grants & Scholarships31298%$15,886
All Student Loans26683%$8,044
Federal Student Loans26583%$6,278
Other Student Loans5417%$8,817

Federal Loans - Student Repayment Default Rates

This table shows the number and percentage of students who received federal student loans but had problems paying them back. A high default rate may represent a lack of quality instruction or a poor hiring climate for graduates of a school.

 200920082007
Default Rate (%)1.9%0.8%1.2%
Number in Default523
Number in Repayment257244250

Housing & Meals

Campus Housing Information - Room & Board

  • Are On-Campus Board or Meal Plans Provided?:

    • - Yes, the number of meals offered are based on the maximum meal plan provided.

  • Is Living On-Campus Required?:

    • - No

On-Campus Dorms - Details

  • Total Dormatory Capacity: 1,110
  • Estimated Cost for On-Campus Dorm: $4,720

On-Campus Board or Meal Plans - Details

  • Estimated Board or Meal Plan Costs: $5,230
  • Number of Meals Per Week Provided: 24

Crime & Safety

Arrests Made Per Year

This table reports the number of arrests made per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

 2010-112009-102008-09
On Campus
Drug Related-1-
Nearby Public Area
Drug Related-14

Criminal Offenses Per Year

This table reports the number of criminal charges per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

 2010-112009-102008-09
Off Campus Surrounding Area
Burglary-1-
On Campus
Burglary322
Vehicle Theft--1
Nearby Public Area
Vehicle Theft1--
Residence Hall
Burglary3-1

Sports & Teams

Athletic Associations

  • Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

NCAA or NAIA Conferences

  • College Football Conference: Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference
  • College Basketball Conference: Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference
  • College Baseball Conference: Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference

Sports and Players Breakdown

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
All Athletes29119398
Unduplicated Athletes28718998
Baseball3131-
Basketball371918
Football9292-
Soccer533023
Softball20-20
Swimming and Diving17116
Tennis251015
Volleyball16-16

Coaches Salary Breakdown

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
Head Coaches-$24,747$24,521
Assistant Coaches-$7,835-

Number of Coaches Per Team

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
All Coaches351916
Baseball22-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches11-
Basketball422
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches211
Football1010-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches99-
Soccer422
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches211
Softball3-3
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches2-2
Swimming and Diving422
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches211
Tennis211
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches---
Volleyball6-6
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches5-5

Faculty & Instructors

Employee Type Breakdown

 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees30525253
Faculty Status1359936
Tenured Faculty75714
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service1248836
Primarily Instruction1248836
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial45441
Other Professionals42375
Technical and/or Paraprofessional948311
Clerical And Secretarial30255
Skilled Crafts1313-
Service and/or Maintenance1616-

Full-Time Faculty Average Salary Breakdown

 TotalMaleFemale
9/10 Month Contract
All Faculty$69,407 (88)$71,511 (60)$64,898 (28)
Professor$83,508 (27)$85,900 (20)$76,673 (7)
Associate Professor$65,558 (42)$66,660 (28)$63,353 (14)
Assistant Professor$58,036 (18)$58,846 (12)$56,417 (6)
Instructor$55,000 (1)- (-)$55,000 (1)
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty$69,407 (88)$71,511 (60)$64,898 (28)
Professor$83,508 (27)$85,900 (20)$76,673 (7)
Associate Professor$65,558 (42)$66,660 (28)$63,353 (14)
Assistant Professor$58,036 (18)$58,846 (12)$56,417 (6)
Instructor$55,000 (1)- (-)$55,000 (1)
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2011: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
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