Hardin-Simmons University
You'll never find another place like Hardin-Simmons University. We are a Christian university in Abilene, Texas, with more than 130 years of history and traditions that aren't matched at any other school, and that gives HSU a personality as big as the West Texas horizon.
Accepts first-year applicationsSouthwestPrivateUrbanSmall (2,000 and under)Co-Ed
Academic programs
- Design
- Engineering
- Science
- Technology
- Liberal Arts
- Business
- Education
- Nursing
- Communication
- Music
- Art & Design
- Economics
- Finance/Accounting
- Government/Political Science
- Health Science
- Performing Arts
- Social Science
- Visual Arts
- Psychology
- Computer Science
- Pharmacy
Student experience
- Athletics
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Greek Life
- Intramural/Club Sports
- Military/Veteran Services
- On-Campus Housing
- Religious Affiliation
- Study Abroad
- Distance/online learning
Application information
First-year
Admission Requirements
Automatic general admission will be offered to any student with one of the following qualifications:
- ACT composite score of 20 or higher
- SAT total score of 1030 higher
- CLT score of 66 or higher
- High school class rank within the top 25% in a class of 10 or more
- A high school GPA of 3.5 or higher
- High school GPA 3.0 - 3.4
- High school class rank within the top 50% in a class of 10 or more
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Affording HSU
At Hardin-Simmons University, we're committed to providing a quality and affordable Christian education. We've got decades of experience in helping students afford HSU, and it won't cost nearly what you think!. We are here to guide you and your family through the process.
Visit us
One of the most common things we hear from students is, "As soon as I stepped on campus, I knew HSU was where I wanted to attend college!" We think that says a lot about our welcoming campus and family atmosphere. There's no better way to experience the Hardin-Simmons personality that to visit. You'll see our beautiful campus on your tour, meet students and professors who embody our sense of family, and engage with our Admission staff and others around campus who can answer all of your questions in person. Schedule My Visit
"My professors have modeled to me what it looks like to reflect the love of Christ."