HARDIN - SIMMONS UNIVERSITY (HSU)
- 2200 Hickory
- Abilene, TX 79698
- OPEID College Code: 00357100
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- General Phone: (325) 670-1000
- Interim Provost and Chief Academic Officer: Dr. Don Williford
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research & Professional
- Local Area: Midsized City
- Student Enrollment: 2,305
- College Alias: HSU, Hardin Simmons University
- College Mascot: Cowboys
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General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered State Approved for Certification
- Religious Affiliation
- Baptist
- Website
- www.hsutx.edu
- Mission Statement
- HSU is a community dedicated to providing excellence in education enlightened by Christian faith and values.
Accreditation
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Masters Colleges and Universities (Medium Programs)
- Undergraduate Classification Professions Plus Arts & Sciences, Some Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Single Doctoral (Other Field)
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Higher Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Small Four-Year, Primarily Residential
Hardin - Simmons University Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.hsutx.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Required
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Recommended
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 837 | 840 | 1,677 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 310 (37%) | 324 (39%) | 634 (38%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 200 (65%) | 209 (65%) | 409 (65%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 310 | 76% |
| ACT ® Exam | 291 | 71% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 450 | 560 |
| SAT ® Math | 480 | 600 |
| SAT ® Writing | 450 | 570 |
| ACT ® Composite | 20 | 25 |
| ACT ® English | 19 | 25 |
| ACT ® Math | 19 | 25 |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: HSU Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 97%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 83% | 42% | 46% | 87% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $6,583 | $2,183 | $3,277 | $6,440 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 6.0% | 3.3% | 2.8% |
| Number in Default | 39 | 21 | 24 |
| Number in Repayment | 649 | 634 | 850 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $19,790 | $18,380 | $16,946 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $19,790 | $18,380 | $16,946 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $19,790 | $18,380 | $16,946 |
| Books and Supplies | $800 | $800 | $750 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $5,788 | $5,180 | $4,950 |
| Other Expenses | $2,574 | $2,582 | $2,538 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $28,952 | $26,942 | $25,184 |
| In-State | $28,952 | $26,942 | $25,184 |
| Out of State | $28,952 | $26,942 | $25,184 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $20,590 | $19,180 | $17,696 |
| In-State | $20,590 | $19,180 | $17,696 |
| Out of State | $20,590 | $19,180 | $17,696 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $20,590 | $19,180 | $17,696 |
| In-State | $20,590 | $19,180 | $17,696 |
| Out of State | $20,590 | $19,180 | $17,696 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 2,305 Undergraduate: 1,906 Graduate: 399
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 1,026 Female: 1,279
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 838 Female: 1,068
- Graduate Gender Male: 188 Female: 211
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 1,946 Part-Time: 359
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,730 Part-Time: 176
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 216 Part-Time: 183
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 27 | 1% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 113 | 5% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 22 | 1% |
| Ages 18-19 | 762 | 33% |
| Ages 20-21 | 673 | 29% |
| Ages 22-24 | 466 | 20% |
| Ages 25-29 | 188 | 8% |
| Ages 30-34 | 75 | 3% |
| Ages 35-39 | 41 | 2% |
| Ages 40-49 | 46 | 2% |
| Ages 50-65 | 31 | 1% |
| Age Over 65 | 1 | 0.04% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 384 | 318 | 66 |
| Faculty Status | 191 | 136 | 55 |
| Tenured Faculty | 96 | 96 | - |
| Graduate Assistants | 10 | - | 10 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 191 | 136 | 55 |
| Primarily Instruction | 191 | 136 | 55 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 18 | 18 | - |
| Other Professionals | 90 | 86 | 4 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 85 | 78 | 7 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 64 | 57 | 7 |
| Skilled Crafts | 11 | 11 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 10 | 10 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $58,664 (107) | $60,677 (71) | $54,694 (36) |
| Professor | $65,661 (40) | $67,558 (31) | $59,124 (9) |
| Associate Professor | $57,389 (38) | $58,673 (25) | $54,922 (13) |
| Assistant Professor | $51,282 (26) | $50,351 (13) | $52,214 (13) |
| Instructor | $45,503 (3) | $46,205 (2) | $44,100 (1) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $80,860 (29) | $82,578 (20) | $77,043 (9) |
| Professor | $90,539 (16) | $88,197 (13) | $100,687 (3) |
| Associate Professor | $75,242 (8) | $85,183 (4) | $65,302 (4) |
| Assistant Professor | $58,878 (5) | $54,757 (3) | $65,060 (2) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $60,263 (136) | $62,191 (91) | $56,362 (45) |
| Professor | $68,066 (56) | $68,919 (44) | $64,938 (12) |
| Associate Professor | $58,115 (46) | $60,193 (29) | $54,571 (17) |
| Assistant Professor | $50,781 (31) | $49,310 (16) | $52,349 (15) |
| Instructor | $45,503 (3) | $46,205 (2) | $44,100 (1) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 410 | 285 | 125 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 410 | 285 | 125 |
| Baseball | 28 | 28 | - |
| Basketball | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Football | 161 | 161 | - |
| Golf | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Soccer | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Softball | 17 | - | 17 |
| Tennis | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Track and Field, Indoor | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 30 | 12 | 18 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Volleyball | 14 | - | 14 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $45,911 | $43,400 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $44,442 | $45,000 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Baseball | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Basketball | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Football | 5 | 5 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 4 | - |
| Golf | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Soccer | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Softball | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Tennis | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Track and Field, Indoor | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Volleyball | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 71%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 50% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 38% |
| Female | 64% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | - |
| American Indian | 17% |
| Black | 39% |
| Asian | 25% |
| Hispanic | 42% |
| White | 54% |
| Unknown | 25% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 29% |
| 5 Years | 46% |
| 6 Years | 50% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Drug Related | - | 3 |
| Liquor Related | - | 3 |
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | - | 4 |
| Liquor Related | - | 3 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | 1 | - |
| Aggravated Assault | 1 | 1 |
| Burglary | 12 | 19 |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 1 | - |
| Aggravated Assault | 1 | 1 |
| Burglary | 12 | 19 |
| Vehicle Theft | - | 2 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
