Hardin-Simmons University
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. financial aid brings net price below sticker.
About This School
Hardin-Simmons University is a private nonprofit institution located in Abilene, Texas with approximately 1,275 undergraduate students enrolled. Hardin-Simmons University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 97%. The average net price after financial aid is $21,031 per year. The graduation rate is 50%, and the typical graduate earns $48,300 within 10 years of enrollment.
Hardin–Simmons University (HSU) is a private university in Abilene, Texas, United States. It is affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: with a 97% acceptance rate and relatively low median debt of $13,359, HSU is accessible and affordable, but a 50% graduation rate and 65% freshman retention rate suggest many students who start here don't finish. Worth considering if you're drawn to a small, faith-centered Baptist community in West Texas and have a clear plan to stay engaged and on track — but families should ask hard questions about academic support and what's driving that high attrition.
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Will This School Pay Off?
Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.
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Student Body
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