School Overview
Austin College is widely known for its strong ties to the Presbyterian Church and as one of the top liberal arts colleges in the area. Austin College is located roughly sixty miles North of Dallas in Sherman, Texas. With an annual enrollment of approximately 1,350, the college is one of the smaller colleges located in the state of Texas. Almost all students are expected to reside on campus for the first three years of college. The college is known for their large selection of study abroad programs, with nearly 70% of all students participating in the study abroad program sometime before they graduate. Unlike so many other college in Texas, Austin College does not employ teacher assistants, whereby allowing for more one-on-one interaction between professors and students.
General Information
|
Admission Office 900 North Grand Avenue, Suite 6N Sherman, TX 75090-4400 (903) 813-3000 (800) 526-4276 Fax: (903) 813-3198 [email protected] Contact: Nan Davis Vice President for Institutional Enrollment |
Main Address 900 North Grand Avenue Sherman, TX 75090-4400 (903) 813-2000 www.austincollege.edu |
|
Size Total undergrads: 1,263 First-time degree-seeking freshmen: 319 Degree-seeking undergrads: 1,253 Graduate enrollment: 35 Setting |
Degrees offered: |
Admissions Information
|
Application Fee College has an application fee: Yes Regular application fee: $35 Online application fee: Free |
Enrollment Rates Percent applicants admitted: 78% Percent of students who return for sophomore year: 80% |
|
Admissions Considerations Secondary school GPA: Required Secondary school rank: Recommended Secondary school record: Required Recommendations: Required Admission test scores (SAT/ACT): Required College-prep program completed: Recommended TOEFL: Required Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2011 |
Test Scores: Fall 2011
SAT Critical Reading
SAT Math
SAT Writing
ACT Composite
|
Enrollment Statistics
Undergraduate Attendance Status
|
Undergraduate Student Gender
|
Undergraduate Student Age
|
Undergraduate Student Residence
|
Graduate Attendance Status
Undergraduate Race/Ethnicity
Retention and Graduation Rates
Retention Rates for First-Time Students Pursuing Bachelor’s Degrees
|
Overall Graduation and Transfer-Out Rates for Students
|
Graduation Rates for Students Pursuing Bachelor’s Degrees
6-Year Graduation Rate by Gender for Students Pursuing Bachelor’s Degrees
6-Year Graduation Rate by Race/Ethnicity for Students Pursuing Bachelor’s Degrees
Tuition & Fees
| Estimated Expenses for Academic Year | 2008-’09 | 2009-’10 | 2010-’11 | 2011-’12 | % change 2010-’12 |
| Tuition and fees | $24,920 | $26,530 | $27,850 | $29,235 | +4.97% |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,200 | $1,200 | 0.00% |
| Living Arrangement – On Campus | |||||
| Room and Board | $8,234 | $8,657 | $9,090 | $9,599 | +5.60% |
| Other | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,300 | $1,300 | 0.00% |
| Living Arrangement – Off Campus | |||||
| Room and Board | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0.00% |
| Other | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0.00% |
| Total Expenses | 2008-’09 | 2009-’10 | 2010-’11 | 2011-’12 | % change 2010-’12 |
| In-state On Campus | $35,154 | $37,187 | $39,440 | $41,334 | +4.80% |
| In-state Off Campus | $25,920 | $27,530 | $29,050 | $30,435 | +4.77% |
| In-state with Family | $25,920 | $27,530 | $29,050 | $30,435 | +4.77% |
| Average Graduate School Tuition & Fees | |
| Tuition for In-state Students | $34,805 |
| In-state Student Fees | $160 |
| Tuition for Out-of-state Students | $34,805 |
| Out-of-state Student Fees | $160 |
Financial Aid
| Full-time Beginning Undergraduate Students | ||||
| Type of Aid | Students | Percent | Amount | Average Per Student |
| All students financial aid | 316 | 99% | ||
| Grant or scholarship aid | 312 | 98% | $5,396,579 | $17,297 |
| • Federal grants | 73 | 23% | $358,585 | $4,912 |
| • Pell grants | 72 | 23% | $240,541 | $3,341 |
| • Other federal grants | 69 | 22% | $118,044 | $1,711 |
| Local and state government scholarships or grantss | 133 | 42% | $490,955 | $3,691 |
| Institutional scholarships or grants | 310 | 97% | $4,547,039 | $14,668 |
| Student loan financial aid | 202 | 63% | $1,837,783 | $9,098 |
| • Federal student loans | 184 | 58% | $1,037,596 | $5,639 |
| • Other student loans | 169 | 53% | $800,187 | $4,735 |
All Degrees and Programs
| Program Completions for Most Recent Year | BA/BS | MA/MS | Doctor | AA/AS | CERT |
| Grand Total of All Programs | 378 | 24 | – | – | – |
| Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies | – | – | – | – | – |
| American/united States Studies/civilization | – | – | – | – | – |
| Latin American Studies | – | – | – | – | – |
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences | 25 | – | – | – | – |
| Biochemistry | 7 | – | – | – | – |
| Biology/biological Sciences, General | 18 | – | – | – | – |
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services | 40 | – | – | – | – |
| Business/commerce, General | 40 | – | – | – | – |
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs | 23 | – | – | – | – |
| Communication and Media Studies, Other | 6 | – | – | – | – |
| Speech Communication and Rhetoric | 17 | – | – | – | – |
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services | 9 | – | – | – | – |
| Computer Science | 9 | – | – | – | – |
| Education | – | 24 | – | – | – |
| Art Teacher Education | – | 1 | – | – | – |
| Drama and Dance Teacher Education | – | – | – | – | – |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | – | 9 | – | – | – |
| Junior High/intermediate/middle School Education and Teaching | – | 4 | – | – | – |
| Music Teacher Education | – | – | – | – | – |
| Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | – | – | – | – | – |
| Secondary Education and Teaching | – | 9 | – | – | – |
| Speech Teacher Education | – | 1 | – | – | – |
| English Language and Literature/letters | 20 | – | – | – | – |
| English Language and Literature, General | 20 | – | – | – | – |
| Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 28 | – | – | – | – |
| Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General | 4 | – | – | – | – |
| Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, Other | 1 | – | – | – | – |
| French Language and Literature | 7 | – | – | – | – |
| German Language and Literature | 4 | – | – | – | – |
| Latin Language and Literature | – | – | – | – | – |
| Spanish Language and Literature | 12 | – | – | – | – |
| History | 25 | – | – | – | – |
| History, General | 25 | – | – | – | – |
| Mathematics and Statistics | 13 | – | – | – | – |
| Mathematics, General | 13 | – | – | – | – |
| Multi-/interdisciplinary Studies, General | 29 | – | – | – | – |
| Multi-/interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 29 | – | – | – | – |
| Natural Resources and Conservation | 6 | – | – | – | – |
| Environmental Studies | 6 | – | – | – | – |
| Physical Sciences | 7 | – | – | – | – |
| Chemistry, General | 3 | – | – | – | – |
| Physics, General | 4 | – | – | – | – |
| Psychology | 70 | – | – | – | – |
| Psychology, General | 70 | – | – | – | – |
| Social Sciences | 69 | – | – | – | – |
| Economics, General | 22 | – | – | – | – |
| International Economics | 5 | – | – | – | – |
| International Relations and Affairs | 8 | – | – | – | – |
| Political Science and Government, General | 20 | – | – | – | – |
| Sociology | 14 | – | – | – | – |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 14 | – | – | – | – |
| Art/art Studies, General | 10 | – | – | – | – |
| Music, General | 4 | – | – | – | – |
Undergraduate Majors
|
Area, Ethnic, Cultural, & Gender Studies American Studies B Arts, Visual & Performing Art – General B Biological & Biomedical Sciences Biochemistry B Business, Management, & Marketing Business – General B Communications & Journalism Communications/Rhetoric B Computer & Information Sciences Computer Science B English Language & Literature English Language & Literature – General B Foreign Language & Literature Classical Civilization B History History – General B Mathematics Mathematics – General B Natural Resources & Conservation Environmental Studies B Philosophy & Religion Philosophy B Physical Sciences Chemistry B Psychology Psychology – General B Social Sciences Economics B |
Degree levels for each major are designated by the following letters:
B = Bachelor’s degree C = Certificate or diploma |
*We do not guarantee the accuracy of information on this page. All information is subject to change. You should confirm all information with a college admissions officer.
Austin College Highlights
School Information
| Phone Number: | (903) 813-2000 |
| Website: | www.austincollege.edu |
| Type of School: | 4-year, Private non-profit |
| Apply Online: | www.austincollege.edu/admission/apply |
| Address: | 900 N Grand Ave, Sherman, TX 75090-4400 |
| Setting: | City: Small |
| Campus Housing: | Yes |
Students & Programs
| Student Population: | 1,314 |
| 6-yr Graduation Rate (Bachelor's): | 67% |
| Student-to-faculty Ratio: | 12 to 1 |
| Distance Learning Programs: | |
| Distance Learning Students*: | 1,314 (100% of total students) |
| Degree Levels Offered: | Bachelor's, Master's |
* Students taking at least 1 distance learning course
Tuition & Financial Aid*
| In-state Tuition: | $41,155 |
| Out-of-state Tuition: | $41,155 |
| % of Students Receiving Financial Aid: | 100% |
| Avg. Amount of Grant or Scholarship Aid Awarded: | $30,830 |
* Full-time beginning undergraduate students. Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
Austin College Programs
See the degree programs that are offered at Austin College.
| Degree Name | Cert | Assoc | Bach | Mast | Doct |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences | 2 | ||||
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services | 5 | ||||
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs | 2 | ||||
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services | 1 | ||||
| Education | 12 | ||||
| English Language and Literature/Letters | 2 | ||||
| Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 6 | ||||
| Health Professions and Related Programs | 1 | ||||
| History | 1 | ||||
| Mathematics and Statistics | 1 | ||||
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | 1 | ||||
| Natural Resources and Conservation | 1 | ||||
| Philosophy and Religious Studies | 2 | ||||
| Physical Sciences | 2 | ||||
| Psychology | 1 | ||||
| Social Sciences | 6 | ||||
| Visual and Performing Arts | 4 | ||||
| Grand total | 38 | 12 |
* Based on programs that produced 2019-2020 graduates
Tuition & Financial Aid
See what it costs to enroll at Austin College and how many students are receiving scholarships, grants, or loans as financial aid to help cover the costs of tuition.
Undergraduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2019-2020 |
|---|---|
| In-state | $41,155 |
| Out-of-state | $41,155 |
| Books and supplies | $1,250 |
Graduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2019-2020 |
|---|---|
| In-state | $48,165 |
| Out-of-state | $48,165 |
Undergraduate Student Financial Aid, 2018-2019
Full-time Beginning Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Any student financial aid | 435 | 100% | – |
| Grant or scholarship aid | 435 | 100% | $30,830 |
| Student loan aid | 239 | 55% | $7,994 |
All Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant or scholarship aid | 1,274 | 100% | $30,776 |
| Federal student loans | 693 | 54% | $6,414 |
Admissions & Enrollment
See the admission requirements for Austin College. Find out how many students apply and how many are accepted. View a graphical breakdown of the gender, age, and ethnicity of currently enrolled Austin College students.
Undergraduate Admissions, Fall 2020
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of applicants | 4,360 | 1,915 | 2,445 | Percent admitted | 100% | 49% | 53% |
| Percent admitted who enrolled | 9% | 10% | 8% |
Admissions Considerations
| Required | Recommended | Optional | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary school GPA | |||
| Secondary school rank | |||
| Secondary school record | |||
| Completion of college-preparatory program | |||
| Recommendations | |||
| Formal demonstration of competencies | |||
| Admission test scores | |||
| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) | |||
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language |
Austin College Enrollment, Fall 2020
| Total Enrollment | 1,314 |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate enrollment | 1,294 |
| Graduate enrollment | 20 |
Undergraduate Attendance
Undergraduate Gender
Undergraduate Age
Undergraduate Race/Ethnicity
Undergraduate Distance Education
Undergraduates taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
Graduate Distance Education
Graduate students taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
Austin College Accreditation
This institution is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
Specialized institution accreditations:
*General information for this school has been gathered from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) database, a service provided by the U.S. Department of Education. CollegeAtlas.org does not guarantee the accuracy of information on this page. All information is subject to change. You should confirm all information with a college admissions officer.
If you work for a school and would like to update your data please contact us.