Hardin-Simmons University
Hardin-Simmons University is a private research university in Abilene, Texas, enrolling about 1,283 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 90.00% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $54,771 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $32,960
- 2024 Average Net Price: $19,555 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 90.00% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,283 94.9% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 46.04%
- Average SAT Score: 1108
Hardin-Simmons University: what the data shows
Common questions about Hardin-Simmons University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Hardin-Simmons University?
Hardin-Simmons University is located in Abilene, TX (ZIP 79698-0001).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is Hardin-Simmons University public or private?
Hardin-Simmons University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Hardin-Simmons University cost?
Published tuition: $32,960.
Average net price after aid: $19,555.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $13,822 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $15,190 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $17,248 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $18,182 |
| $110,001+ | $25,639 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $131,840.
How hard is it to get into Hardin-Simmons University?
Admission rate: 90.00%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1108 and midpoint ACT 21.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Hardin-Simmons University?
Total enrollment: 1,283 students.
About 95% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Hardin-Simmons University?
150%-time completion rate: 46.04%.
First-year retention: 64.9%.
What do graduates of Hardin-Simmons University earn?
Median earnings: $44,392 six years after entry; $54,771 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $24,711.
40.06% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Hardin-Simmons University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (444 completions)
- CIP 520201 (54 completions)
- CIP 512308 (43 completions)
- CIP 310504 (30 completions)
- CIP 510912 (29 completions)
- General Biological Sciences (26 completions)
- General Psychology (26 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (22 completions)
- CIP 310505 (20 completions)
- Economics (17 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Hardin-Simmons University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 90.00%; completion rate 46.04%; median earnings $54,771 at 10 years; net price $19,555. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$32,960
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Hardin-Simmons University was $32,960.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$19,555
2024 Value
In 2024 Hardin-Simmons University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $19,555.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$78,220 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$19,555 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$131,840 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Hardin-Simmons University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
40.06% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
82.15% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Hardin-Simmons University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Hardin-Simmons University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $23,460 | $23,460 | $21,071 |
| 2014 | $22,350 | $22,350 | $19,850 |
| 2015 | $24,500 | $24,500 | $20,215 |
| 2016 | $25,830 | $25,830 | $25,596 |
| 2017 | $27,440 | $27,440 | $19,607 |
| 2018 | $28,990 | $28,990 | $20,659 |
| 2019 | $30,140 | $30,140 | $19,509 |
| 2020 | $31,364 | $31,364 | $20,041 |
| 2021 | $31,686 | $31,686 | $21,916 |
| 2022 | $31,686 | $31,686 | $21,039 |
| 2023 | $31,686 | $31,686 | $21,031 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
90.00% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1108
ACT Average: 21
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
94.9% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Hardin-Simmons University in 2024 is 1,283 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
64.9%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
36.67% 100% Completion Time
46.04% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 36.67% of students graduating from Hardin-Simmons University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Hardin-Simmons University.
Return on Investment
$24,711 Median Student Debt
$54,771 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
45.12% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
600.22% Return on Investment
4.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Hardin-Simmons University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 52.0201: 54 completions
CIP 51.2308: 43 completions
CIP 31.0504: 30 completions
CIP 51.0912: 29 completions
General Biological Sciences: 26 completions
General Psychology: 26 completions
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 22 completions
CIP 31.0505: 20 completions
Economics: 17 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 444 completions
Most popular programs at Hardin-Simmons University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Hardin-Simmons University graduates.
About
Hardin-Simmons University is a private non-profit institution located in Abilene, TX, offering 46 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,283 students. The admission rate is 90.00%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1108. The institution maintains a 46.04% graduation rate. Approximately 40.06% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Abilene, TX 79698-0001
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Hardin-Simmons University provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
FAQ
How much does Hardin-Simmons University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $32,960 and average net price is $19,555 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Hardin-Simmons University?
The admission rate is 90.0% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Hardin-Simmons University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Hardin-Simmons University reports midpoint SAT about 1108 and midpoint ACT about 21.
What do graduates of Hardin-Simmons University earn?
Median earnings are $44,392 six years after entry and $54,771 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Hardin-Simmons University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 46.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Hardin-Simmons University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $24,711.
How big is Hardin-Simmons University?
Total enrollment is about 1,283 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Hardin-Simmons University public or private?
Hardin-Simmons University is a private nonprofit institution located in Abilene, TX.
Is Hardin-Simmons University an HBCU?
No. Hardin-Simmons University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Hardin-Simmons University a tribal college?
No. Hardin-Simmons University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Hardin-Simmons University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Hardin-Simmons University reports 25.6% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is Hardin-Simmons University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Hardin-Simmons University: Baptist.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.