Acceptance Rate
48%
Avg. SAT
1310
75th percentile
“Texas' tight-knit liberal arts powerhouse where kangaroos roam the mascot lore and global curiosity fuels your path.”
Sherman, TX
Location
Small City
Campus Setting
You'll step into Austin College's world, founded in 1849 by Presbyterians as one of the oldest institutions west of the Mississippi, a move from Huntsville to Sherman in 1876 sparked by a yellow fever scare that reshaped its destiny. This private liberal arts haven thrives on fostering independent thinkers who dive deep into ideas, collaborate without cutthroat competition, and chase intellectual adventures abroad—think students who swap Dallas nightlife for thoughtful debates in dorm lounges. The school's personality pulses with unpretentious warmth, Presbyterian roots emphasizing service and ethics, yet it welcomes all faiths in a diverse crowd. Nestled in Sherman, a sleepy small city of 45,000 just an hour north of Dallas-Fort Worth's bustle, you'll enjoy affordable off-campus eats and easy weekend escapes to big-city internships, but brace for a quieter pace that might frustrate urban thrill-seekers craving constant stimulation.
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Academics
Student-Faculty Ratio
Programs Offered
Full-Time Faculty
Women Faculty
Research Spending
Degree Levels Offered
In Austin's classrooms, professors who know your name lead discussions that spark your own discoveries, backed by an 11:1 student-faculty ratio tighter than most peers like Trinity University. You can expect hands-on research from day one, especially in neuroscience, environmental science, and the award-winning international education program that mandates a global experience, sending 80% of students abroad. The business and economics department shines with real-world simulations tied to DFW firms, while interdisciplinary majors like digital forensics let you blend tech and law. Tradeoffs hit in the small size—fewer niche majors than at UT Austin, and labs feel intimate but not expansive.
Student Body
Total Enrollment
1,165 undergrad • 52 grad
Undergraduate
Graduate
International
White
50%
Black / African American
7%
Hispanic / Latino
25%
Asian
11%
Other / Multi-racial
7%
Campus Life
Campus Setting
Sherman, TX
Varsity Athletics
NCAA Athletics
Picture a typical week: mornings hiking the pecan-shaded trails around campus, afternoons in study groups, evenings at the Rooftop Sculpture Garden stargazing or jamming at open mics, weekends cheering 'Kangas' at football amid Sherman's tailgates. This 100% residential campus buzzes with 100+ clubs, from ultimate frisbee to Model UN, in a social scene that's friendly and low-pressure—Greek life exists but doesn't dominate, fostering hookups and lifelong friendships over partying. Traditions like the freshman 'Rook' initiation and Sky Light Soirée bonfires knit you into the fabric, but the small-town vibe means social dynamics can feel insular if you're not proactive, and Texas summers demand indoor AC havens.
Housing
On-Campus Housing
Housing Capacity
Meal Plan Available
Average Room & Board
Athletics
Athletic Association
Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference
ROTC & Veteran Support
Veteran’s Programs Available
Yellow Ribbon Program (Post-9/11 GI Bill)
Yes
Member of DoD Voluntary Educational Partnership MOU
Yes
Cost & Aid
In-State Tuition
Out-of-State Tuition
Room & Board
Estimated Cost
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Aid
Receiving Pell Grants
Average Grant
Average Federal Loan
Net Annual Cost by Household Income
Household Income
Avg. Net Cost
$0 – $30K
$19,418
$30K – $48K
$19,614
$48K – $75K
$20,470
$75K – $110K
$25,058
$110K+
$27,846
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Outcomes & Earnings
Retention Rate
79%
4 Years Graduation Rate
67%
6 Years Graduation Rate
71%
Median 10-Year Earnings
$61,296
79% of first-time, full-time students complete their freshman year at Austin College and return in the fall. 67% of first-time, full-time students graduate in 4 years, and 71% graduate within 6 years.
Graduation Rate
4-year grads
67%
4-6 years
4%
Non-grad
29%
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Key Statistics
Type
Private
Tuition
$44,027
Acceptance
48%
Undergrads
1,165
4-Year Grad Rate
67%
Endowment
$202M
Sherman, TX 75090-4400
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