Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003624
- Phone: (512) 863-6511
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
67.95%FINANCIAL AID RATE
85%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
66FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$7,167Average 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
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Stephen F Austin State University
1001 E. University Avenue, Georgetown, TX
Stephen F Austin State University is a public university that has a large number of degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Nacogdoches, Texas, in a predominantly rural area. SFASU has a yearly student enrollment of over 13,000.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Recreation And Fitness Studies
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Psychology
- Education
Students applying for admission are asked to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the school. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken in order to be able to apply to this school. Scores within the range of 18 to 23 on the ACT or 1270 to 1580 on the SAT are needed to greatly increase your chances for getting accepted. 63% of those students that apply are accepted to Stephen F Austin State University, of which 37 percent choose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at sfasu.edu.
The cost of undergraduate tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay around $6,600, while out-of-state residents pay $15,000 per year. Some students at SFASU may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.
Athletic programs are available at SFASU through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate athletics. Available athletic programs offered may include the following:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
Students should visit the SFASU website to obtain a complete list of programs offered, student services, and more.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the applicants Stephen F Austin State 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
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Stephen F Austin State University is around 13,000 students, where graduate students make up roughly 17% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $11,800. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $45 application fee for those applying to a program. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- In-State Tuition: $6,100-$7,300
- Nonresident Student Tuition: $16,000-$19,470
- Charges per unit:
- State Residents: $450-$540 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $870-$1,000 per credit unit
- The average estimated cost for room and board is listed to be around $11,000
- Some programs may have a frozen tuition rate, which means the tuition will stay the same for up to five years.
- May provide a prepaid tuition option, which allows tuition to be purchased at current rates for enrollment at a future date
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 85% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 68% | $8,881 |
Receiving Student Loans | 58% | $6,355 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Stephen F Austin State University may offer services like:
- Online course work available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Student employment
- Assistance to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Dietetics Program
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- Theatre Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Stephen F Austin State University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Southland Conference)
- Basketball (Southland Conference)
- Track and Field (Southland Conference)
- Football (Southland Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Bowling
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 Stephen F Austin State 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,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Animal Science (B)
- Agriculture (B, M)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, M)
- Biochemistry (B)
- Biotechnology (M)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Accounting (B, M)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Finance (B)
- Human Resources (B)
- Fashion Merchandising (B)
- International Business (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
- Creative Writing (B)
- Rhetoric and Composition (B)
Family and Consumer Sciences
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
- Mental Health Counseling (M)
- Athletic Training (M)
History
- History (B, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Legal Professions and Studies
- Paralegal (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Environmental Science (B, M)
- Forestry (B, D, M)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B, M)
- School Psychology (D, M)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B, M)
- Public Administration (B, M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B)
- Sociology (B)
- Cartography and GIS (B)
- Geography (B)
- Economics (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Music (B, M)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Dance (B)
- Art History
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Stephen F Austin State University.
- The University of Texas at Tyler in El Paso, TX (59 miles away)
- Louisiana State University - Shreveport in Eunice, LA (79 miles away)
- Sam Houston State University in Houston, TX (82 miles away)
- Northwestern State University of Louisiana in Minden, LA (92 miles away)
- Lamar University in Kilgore, TX (119 miles away)
Also, check out our college lists below, which can help students compare schools to one another:
- Review a complete list of all the Texas colleges
- Browse our list of public colleges in Texas
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003624
- Phone: (512) 863-6511
- School Homepage