At a glance
Average net price
$19,555
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
46.0%
Admission rate
90%
Undergrad size
1,283
In-state tuition
$32,960
Out-of-state tuition
$32,960
Cost of attendance
$45,904
Median earnings (10y)
$54,771
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,108
- ACT midpoint
- 21
- Retention
- 64.9%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
18 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (24%), business (19%), humanities & arts (18%).
- STEM14%
- Health10%
- Business19%
- Humanities & arts18%
- Social sciences24%
- Trades & services16%
- Business19.5%~250 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Parks & recreation12.2%~157 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Biological sciences10.7%~137 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~127 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Psychology9.5%~122 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Education6.1%~78 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences5.3%~69 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~59 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~54 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~44 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Communication3.4%~44 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~34 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science1.9%~25 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English1.9%~25 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~25 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History1.5%~20 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~10 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics0.4%~5 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 88 | $26,694 | $24,290 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 79 | — | $26,850 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | First professional | 75 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master's | 65 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 53 | $22,779 | $26,695 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 49 | $27,241 | $26,500 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Master's | 44 | $42,954 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 37 | $45,064 | $27,709 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 37 | — | — |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. | Bachelor's | 34 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 32 | $64,478 | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master's | 31 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 24 | $40,798 | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | $28,000 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Graduate certificate | 20 | — | — |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Master's | 15 | $43,553 | — |
| Computer Programming. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Master's | 12 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master's | 11 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 10 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Doctoral | 10 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master's | 9 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Master's | 8 | — | — |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries. | Master's | 8 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 8 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Master's | 7 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | First professional | 5 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Hardin-Simmons University
Hardin-Simmons University is a mid-sized institution located in Abilene, Texas, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,283 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Parks & recreation, Biological sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Hardin-Simmons University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $19,555 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $32,960 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $45,904 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 46.0%, a average completion outcome. 64.9% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $54,771 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Hardin-Simmons University confers degrees and certificates across 18 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Parks & recreation, Biological sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (24% of credentials), business (19% of credentials), humanities & arts (18% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Hardin-Simmons University accepts 90% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,108. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 21.
Location & campus
Set in Abilene, Texas (city), Hardin-Simmons University draws students from across Texas and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Hardin-Simmons University
Q.How much does Hardin-Simmons University cost?
The average net price at Hardin-Simmons University is $19,555 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $45,904.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Hardin-Simmons University?
Hardin-Simmons University has a 6-year graduation rate of 46.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Hardin-Simmons University?
Hardin-Simmons University admits 90% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Hardin-Simmons University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Hardin-Simmons University graduate earns $54,771 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Hardin-Simmons University?
Published tuition is $32,960 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Hardin-Simmons University located?
Hardin-Simmons University is located in Abilene, Texas (ZIP 79698).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Hardin-Simmons University at their official website.