Is Hardin-Simmons University a Christian college?

Yes. Hardin-Simmons University is a Christian college. Its sponsor is Baptist General Convention of Texas.

What is Hardin-Simmons University’s Compass Score?

64 out of 100 (grade C). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.

Where is chapel held at Hardin-Simmons University?

Chapel is listed at Behrens Chapel Auditorium and Logsdon Chapel. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the college’s spiritual life office before you go.

Christian college

Hardin-Simmons University

Abilene, TX · Private nonprofit · 4-year · Baptist General Convention of Texas · Baptist

Real cost

Average price after aid $19,555 a year

Median debt at graduation: $24,711 (all students)

Estimate your own price · the college’s net price calculator

Hardin-Simmons University is a university in Abilene, Texas, described on its official pages as a church-related institution affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. Chapel is held on Tuesday and Thursday mornings during the fall and spring semesters, and every undergraduate must earn 80 chapel credits to graduate. The core requires two Bible or religion courses and the university offers a Christian Studies major.

Faith life at a glance

A week at Hardin-Simmons University

MonToday
No set time
TueToday
- 9:30AMChapel
WedToday
No set time
ThuToday
- 9:30AMChapel
FriToday
No set time
SatToday
No set time
SunToday
No set time

No set time: Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun

Times as the college publishes them. Check before you plan a visit.

In the college’s own words

“We partner with Go Now Missions, a ministry of Texas Baptists, to send HSU students all over the world.”
Source: hsutx.edu
“Serve Like Simmons is a biannual, campus-wide day of service at Hardin-Simmons University.”
Source: hsutx.edu
“Be Bold through service, leadership, and sharing Christ’s love on campus, in our city, and to the nations.”
Source: hsutx.edu

Questions students ask

Do I have to go to chapel?

Students are required to have 80 chapel credits to graduate, and 60 chapel credits to apply for graduation.

Source: hsutx.edu

What's a normal week?

Chapel meets Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m., and once a month on a Wednesday there is a gathering for all of HSU.

Source: hsutx.edu

Where do I find community?

Discipleship Groups are weekly gatherings held across campus, each led by two or three student leaders.

Source: hsutx.edu

Can I serve or go on mission trips?

We partner with Go Now Missions, a ministry of Texas Baptists, to send HSU students all over the world.

Source: hsutx.edu

Academic Excellence

B-

54 of 100

From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

Graduation rate 35% of score46%
First-year retention 20% of score65%
Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreSAT 1,108 · ACT 22.5
Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of score15 to 1
Instructional spending per student 15% of score$12,190

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed.

Source: College Scorecard (College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026))

Faith scorecard

Each area’s grade and what we found. Tap an area to see the findings and their sources.

Worship and chapel

60 of 100 points · 5 of 7 found

Partly:
Chapel services during the weekTwice a week (Chapel on Tuesdays and Thursdays, two a week.)
Sources (1)
1. Chapel Schedule | Hardin-Simmons Universityhsutx.edu/student-life/spiritual-life/chapel-schedule · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Chapel services are held on Tuesday & Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday Chapels are held in Behrens Chapel Auditorium, and Thursday Chapels are held in Logsdon Chapel throughout the fall and spring semesters (unless otherwise noted).”
  Chapel services are held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. in Behrens Chapel Auditorium and Logsdon Chapel.
Yes:
Chapel attendance expected of studentsRequired, with a set number of services each term (Students must earn 80 chapel credits to graduate; chapel attendance is recorded by swiping the student ID.)
Sources (1)
1. Chapel Requirements | Hardin-Simmons Universityhsutx.edu/student-life/spiritual-life/chapel-requirement · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Students are required to have 80 chapel credits to graduate, and 60 chapel credits to apply for graduation.”
  Chapel attendance is required, with 80 chapel credits needed to graduate.
Partly:
Student worship nights or praise servicesNow and then
Sources (1)
1. Baptist Student Ministry | Hardin-Simmons Universityhsutx.edu/student-life/spiritual-life/baptist-student-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Once a month on a Wednesday, we have a gathering for all HSU that includes worship, preaching the word, and an after-party (with food). This is called BSM United. It takes place at 8:00 pm in Woodward-Dellis.”
  BSM United, a campus worship gathering, meets once a month on a Wednesday at 8:00 pm.
Not enough information:
Prayer opportunities (prayer rooms, prayer groups, days or weeks of prayer)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
Not enough information:
Campus pastors or chaplains serving studentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Yes:
A chapel or worship space on campusYes (Chapel is held in Behrens Chapel Auditorium and Logsdon Chapel.)
Sources (1)
1. Chapel Schedule | Hardin-Simmons Universityhsutx.edu/student-life/spiritual-life/chapel-schedule · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Chapel services are held on Tuesday & Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday Chapels are held in Behrens Chapel Auditorium, and Thursday Chapels are held in Logsdon Chapel throughout the fall and spring semesters (unless otherwise noted).”
  Chapel services are held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. in Behrens Chapel Auditorium and Logsdon Chapel.
Partly:
Published weekly schedule of chapel, worship and prayer3 or 4 times a week (3 weekly times documented: 2 chapel, 1 worship night, 0 prayer.)Computed from the verified chapel services, worship nights and prayer times listed on the college's page (each day a time is offered counts once).

Bible and theology

73 of 100 points · 6 of 6 found

Partly:
Bible or theology courses required of all bachelor's students2 courses (The Foundational Curriculum requires 2 courses from Biblical/Christian Studies (BIBL 1301, BIBL 1302, RELI 2345); the catalog lists those three options; two are required of every student. Catalog year 2025-2026.)
Sources (1)
1. The Foundational Curriculum Courses | Hardin-Simmons University Catalog 2025-2026hsutx.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/undergraduate-catalog/academic-programs-and-policies/the-foundational-curriculum-courses · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Biblical/Christian Studies (6 credit hours; 2 courses) BIBL 1301 Old Testament Survey BIBL 1302 New Testament Survey RELI 2345 The Religious & Philosophical Life”
  The Foundational Curriculum requires two courses from Biblical/Christian Studies, chosen from BIBL 1301, BIBL 1302 and RELI 2345.
Partly:
Required courses include study of the Old and New TestamentsOne choice among others (The Old and New Testament surveys are two of three listed options; a student may take RELI 2345 instead.)
Sources (1)
1. The Foundational Curriculum Courses | Hardin-Simmons University Catalog 2025-2026hsutx.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/undergraduate-catalog/academic-programs-and-policies/the-foundational-curriculum-courses · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Biblical/Christian Studies (6 credit hours; 2 courses) BIBL 1301 Old Testament Survey BIBL 1302 New Testament Survey RELI 2345 The Religious & Philosophical Life”
  The Foundational Curriculum requires two courses from Biblical/Christian Studies, chosen from BIBL 1301, BIBL 1302 and RELI 2345.
Partly:
Christian worldview or faith-and-learning courses requiredNone required (The Foundational Curriculum's faith-related requirement is the Biblical/Christian Studies group counted in T1; no separate worldview course is required.)
Sources (1)
1. The Foundational Curriculum Courses | Hardin-Simmons University Catalog 2025-2026hsutx.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/undergraduate-catalog/academic-programs-and-policies/the-foundational-curriculum-courses · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Biblical/Christian Studies (6 credit hours; 2 courses) BIBL 1301 Old Testament Survey BIBL 1302 New Testament Survey RELI 2345 The Religious & Philosophical Life”
  The Foundational Curriculum requires two courses from Biblical/Christian Studies, chosen from BIBL 1301, BIBL 1302 and RELI 2345.
Yes:
Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in academic or faculty policy)Yes (The Foundational Curriculum states that it seeks to affirm the relevance and importance of the Christian faith.)
Sources (1)
1. The Foundational Curriculum | Hardin-Simmons University Catalog 2025-2026hsutx.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/undergraduate-catalog/academic-programs-and-policies/the-foundational-curriculum · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Affirm the relevance and importance of the Christian faith.”
  The Foundational Curriculum states an aim to affirm the relevance and importance of the Christian faith.
Yes:
Bible, theology or ministry major offeredYes
Sources (1)
1. Logsdon School of Theology | Hardin-Simmons Universityhsutx.edu/academics/schools-colleges/logsdon · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Logsdon offers a Christian Studies major, with courses in biblical studies, church history, ministry, and theology, as well as a Christian Studies minor for students pursuing ministry alongside other fields.”
  A Christian Studies major is offered through the Logsdon School of Theology.
Yes:
A published statement of faithYes
Sources (1)
1. Mission, Vision, & Statements of Purpose and Faith | Hardin-Simmons Universityhsutx.edu/about-hsu/mission-vision-statement-of-faith · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “After much prayer and careful deliberation, this Statement of Faith humbly and thoughtfully memorializes the sincere historically held religious beliefs of Hardin-Simmons University.”
  The university publishes a Statement of Faith, adopted by the Board of Trustees in 2022.

N/A

Christian community

Not enough information · 4 of 7 found

Partly:
Spiritual life staff (pastors, ministers and professional staff)1 to 2 (One named spiritual life director appears.)
Sources (1)
1. Spiritual Formation | Hardin-Simmons Universityhsutx.edu/student-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “If you need to talk about something important, call Shelli Presley, Director of Spiritual Formation at 325-670-1087.”
  Shelli Presley is the Director of Spiritual Formation and can be reached by phone at 325-670-1087.
Not enough information:
Retreats or spiritual emphasis weeks each yearNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Yes:
Bible studies, small groups and Christian student organizationsMany (Discipleship Groups meet weekly across campus; each one is a Bible study led by student leaders.)
Sources (1)
1. Baptist Student Ministry | Hardin-Simmons Universityhsutx.edu/student-life/spiritual-life/baptist-student-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Discipleship Groups are weekly gatherings held across campus after Gateway. Each Discipleship Group consists of 2-3 BSM leaders who lead a Bible study and help their fellow HSU students grow in their faith.”
  Weekly Bible study Discipleship Groups are held across campus.
Not enough information:
Faculty affirm the college's statement of faithNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Partly:
Faith life in residence halls (hall Bible studies, resident ministry leaders)In some halls (Behrens, Ferguson and Lange halls list a student assistant chaplain.)
Sources (1)
1. Behrens Hall | Residence Life | Hardin-Simmons Universityhsutx.edu/student-life/living-on-campus/residence-life/behrens-hall · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “a residence life staff consisting of 6 Residence Assistants, an assistant Resident Director, a student assistant chaplain”
  Behrens Hall residence life staff includes a student assistant chaplain.
Not enough information:
Help finding a local church (church fairs, rides, partner churches)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
Yes:
Office or senior leader for spiritual life or Christian missionYes
Sources (1)
1. Chaplaincy | Hardin-Simmons Universityhsutx.edu/student-life/spiritual-life/chaplaincy · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “The primary objective of the Director of Chapel and Spiritual Formation is to engage staff and students in positive reflection, learning, and development of their Christian faith”
  A Director of Chapel and Spiritual Formation leads the office for spiritual life.

Missions and service

68 of 100 points · 6 of 6 found

Yes:
Service or outreach officeYes (LiveSent is a staffed mission program with a named contact, Dr. Heather Hadlock.)
Sources (1)
1. LiveSent | Hardin-Simmons Universityhsutx.edu/student-life/livesent · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Throughout the year, LiveSent teams bring HSU students, faculty, and staff to communities near and far to love, care, and serve those in need.”
  LiveSent mission teams serve communities locally and far away; questions go to a named staff contact.
Partly:
Service hours or service-learning in the curriculumAvailable
Sources (1)
1. Spiritual Formation | Hardin-Simmons Universityhsutx.edu/student-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Serve Like Simmons is a biannual, campus-wide day of service at Hardin-Simmons University. Students, Faculty, Staff, and Alumni gather to serve local organizations in our community.”
  A biannual campus day of service serves local organizations.
Partly:
Missions trips offered to studentsSome (Several mission trips are listed for the year; recorded at Some.)
Sources (1)
1. LiveSent | Hardin-Simmons Universityhsutx.edu/student-life/livesent · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Throughout the year, LiveSent teams bring HSU students, faculty, and staff to communities near and far to love, care, and serve those in need.”
  LiveSent mission teams serve communities locally and far away; questions go to a named staff contact.
  “HSU is excited to partner with Mission Arlington, an organization serving Arlington and surrounding communities for 39 years.”
  Campus mission trips partner with Mission Arlington.
Partly:
Partnerships with local churches and ministries for serviceSome
Sources (2)
1. LiveSent | Hardin-Simmons Universityhsutx.edu/student-life/livesent · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “HSU is excited to partner with Mission Arlington, an organization serving Arlington and surrounding communities for 39 years.”
  Campus mission trips partner with Mission Arlington.
2. Spiritual Formation | Hardin-Simmons Universityhsutx.edu/student-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Serve Like Simmons is a biannual, campus-wide day of service at Hardin-Simmons University. Students, Faculty, Staff, and Alumni gather to serve local organizations in our community.”
  A biannual campus day of service serves local organizations.
Partly:
Cross-cultural or global ministry programsSome
Sources (1)
1. Baptist Student Ministry | Hardin-Simmons Universityhsutx.edu/student-life/spiritual-life/baptist-student-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “We partner with Go Now Missions, a ministry of Texas Baptists, to send HSU students all over the world.”
  Students are sent on mission trips around the world through Go Now Missions.
Yes:
Service explicitly rooted in the Christian missionYes
Sources (1)
1. Spiritual Formation | Hardin-Simmons Universityhsutx.edu/student-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Be Bold through service, leadership, and sharing Christ’s love on campus, in our city, and to the nations.”
  Spiritual formation includes service rooted in sharing Christ's love.

Strengths

Chapel is held twice a week, and students are required to earn 80 chapel credits to graduate.
Sources (2)
1. Chapel Schedule | Hardin-Simmons Universityhsutx.edu/student-life/spiritual-life/chapel-schedule · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Chapel services are held on Tuesday & Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday Chapels are held in Behrens Chapel Auditorium, and Thursday Chapels are held in Logsdon Chapel throughout the fall and spring semesters (unless otherwise noted).”
  Chapel services are held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. in Behrens Chapel Auditorium and Logsdon Chapel.
2. Chapel Requirements | Hardin-Simmons Universityhsutx.edu/student-life/spiritual-life/chapel-requirement · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Students are required to have 80 chapel credits to graduate, and 60 chapel credits to apply for graduation.”
  Chapel attendance is required, with 80 chapel credits needed to graduate.
A published statement of faith governs the university's governance and academic purpose.
Sources (1)
1. Mission, Vision, & Statements of Purpose and Faith | Hardin-Simmons Universityhsutx.edu/about-hsu/mission-vision-statement-of-faith · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “After much prayer and careful deliberation, this Statement of Faith humbly and thoughtfully memorializes the sincere historically held religious beliefs of Hardin-Simmons University.”
  The university publishes a Statement of Faith, adopted by the Board of Trustees in 2022.
A Christian Studies major is offered through the Logsdon School of Theology.
Sources (1)
1. Logsdon School of Theology | Hardin-Simmons Universityhsutx.edu/academics/schools-colleges/logsdon · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Logsdon offers a Christian Studies major, with courses in biblical studies, church history, ministry, and theology, as well as a Christian Studies minor for students pursuing ministry alongside other fields.”
  A Christian Studies major is offered through the Logsdon School of Theology.
Mission teams and a Director of Spiritual Formation are published with contacts.
Sources (2)
1. LiveSent | Hardin-Simmons Universityhsutx.edu/student-life/livesent · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Throughout the year, LiveSent teams bring HSU students, faculty, and staff to communities near and far to love, care, and serve those in need.”
  LiveSent mission teams serve communities locally and far away; questions go to a named staff contact.
2. Spiritual Formation | Hardin-Simmons Universityhsutx.edu/student-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “If you need to talk about something important, call Shelli Presley, Director of Spiritual Formation at 325-670-1087.”
  Shelli Presley is the Director of Spiritual Formation and can be reached by phone at 325-670-1087.

Concerns

The core requires two Bible or religion courses chosen from three options.
Sources (1)
1. The Foundational Curriculum Courses | Hardin-Simmons University Catalog 2025-2026hsutx.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/undergraduate-catalog/academic-programs-and-policies/the-foundational-curriculum-courses · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Biblical/Christian Studies (6 credit hours; 2 courses) BIBL 1301 Old Testament Survey BIBL 1302 New Testament Survey RELI 2345 The Religious & Philosophical Life”
  The Foundational Curriculum requires two courses from Biblical/Christian Studies, chosen from BIBL 1301, BIBL 1302 and RELI 2345.

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Campus ministry home

Office of Spiritual Formation and Baptist Student Ministry

Address: 2200 Hickory, Abilene, TX, 79698
Facilities: chapel

Source: hsutx.edu, verified Oct. 20, 2026, hsutx.edu, verified Oct. 20, 2026

Campus ministry

Sources (2)

Spiritual Formation | Hardin-Simmons Universityhsutx.edu/student-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“If you need to talk about something important, call Shelli Presley, Director of Spiritual Formation at 325-670-1087.”
Shelli Presley is the Director of Spiritual Formation and can be reached by phone at 325-670-1087.
Baptist Student Ministry | Hardin-Simmons Universityhsutx.edu/student-life/spiritual-life/baptist-student-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Once a month on a Wednesday, we have a gathering for all HSU that includes worship, preaching the word, and an after-party (with food). This is called BSM United. It takes place at 8:00 pm in Woodward-Dellis.”
BSM United, a campus worship gathering, meets once a month on a Wednesday at 8:00 pm.

Christian clubs and student life

5 groups and regular activities · 3 on campus, 2 off campus

Service 3

LiveSent mission teamsOff campus
Mission teams that serve communities near and far, including a service trip with Mission Arlington.
hsutx.edu, hsutx.edu
Beach ReachOff campus
Spring Break
BSM outreach at South Padre Island with other Texas Baptist student groups.
hsutx.edu
Serve Like SimmonsOn campus
Biannual campus-wide day of service to local organizations.
hsutx.edu

Faith formation 2

BSM UnitedOn campus
Once a month, Wednesday 8:00 pm
Campus-wide gathering with worship, preaching and an after-party.
hsutx.edu
Discipleship GroupsOn campus
Weekly, after Gateway
Weekly Bible study groups led by two or three BSM leaders.
hsutx.edu

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the church. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

Chapel, worship and prayer

Confirm with the campus ministry

Chapel 2

Tuesday9:30 AMBehrens Chapel Auditorium · Fall and spring semesters, unless otherwise noted.
Thursday9:30 AMLogsdon Chapel · Fall and spring semesters, unless otherwise noted.

Worship night 1

Wednesday8:00 PMWoodward-Dellis · Once a month (BSM United).

Times come only from official campus ministry, chaplaincy, or school pages, and can change with the season. Last verified Oct. 20, 2026.

Sources for these times (2)

Chapel Schedule | Hardin-Simmons Universityhsutx.edu/student-life/spiritual-life/chapel-schedule · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Chapel services are held on Tuesday & Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday Chapels are held in Behrens Chapel Auditorium, and Thursday Chapels are held in Logsdon Chapel throughout the fall and spring semesters (unless otherwise noted).”
Chapel services are held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. in Behrens Chapel Auditorium and Logsdon Chapel.
“Chapel services are held on Tuesday & Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday Chapels are held in Behrens Chapel Auditorium, and Thursday Chapels are held in Logsdon Chapel throughout the fall and spring semesters (unless otherwise noted).”
Chapel services are held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. in Behrens Chapel Auditorium and Logsdon Chapel.
Baptist Student Ministry | Hardin-Simmons Universityhsutx.edu/student-life/spiritual-life/baptist-student-ministries · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Once a month on a Wednesday, we have a gathering for all HSU that includes worship, preaching the word, and an after-party (with food). This is called BSM United. It takes place at 8:00 pm in Woodward-Dellis.”
BSM United, a campus worship gathering, meets once a month on a Wednesday at 8:00 pm.

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What families pay, by income

Average yearly price after grants and scholarships, for students who receive federal aid.

Average net price by family income
Family income	Price after aid
Up to $30,000	$13,822
$30,001–$48,000	$15,190
$48,001–$75,000	$17,248
$75,001–$110,000	$18,182
Over $110,000	$25,639

Full cost of attendance before aid: $45,904 a year.

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Cost and value

Federal data, shown separately. Cost, debt, and earnings are never part of any grade.

Value and outcomes
Undergraduate students Fall enrollment (IPEDS)	1,283
Men and women College Scorecard, fall 2023	Men 50% · Women 50%
First-generation students College Scorecard	31%
First-year students from another state IPEDS, fall 2023	3%
Total students	1,655
Average net price (per year) After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid	$19,555
Cost of attendance (per year)	$45,904
Median federal debt at graduation	$24,711
Graduation rate First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time	46%
Graduation rate for Pell grant recipients College Scorecard, within 6 years	50%
Graduation rate for first-generation students College Scorecard, within 6 years	46%
Borrowers paying down their loans within 3 years College Scorecard, within 3 years	64%
First-year retention	65%
Median earnings 10 years after entry	$54,771
Admission rate	90%
Application fee IPEDS, 2023–24	No application fee
Typical rent HUD fair market rent, FY2026	About $1,020 a month for a one-bedroom
Students receiving Pell grants	40%

Admitted students’ middle range:SAT 1010–1190ACT 19–26

Admission test scores (middle 50% of admitted students who submitted scores)
Average SAT	1108
SAT reading & writing	510–600
SAT math	500–590
ACT composite	19–26
Test policy	Considered but not required

Value index: 57 / 100 (how it’s computed)

Sources: College Scorecard · IPEDS College Navigator · Net price calculator
College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026); IPEDS 2024-25 directory and institutional characteristics; fall 2023 enrollment.

Earnings by major

Median earnings of bachelor’s graduates a few years after finishing, by major (College Scorecard).

Median earnings by major
Major	Median earnings
Nursing	$90,276
Finance	$72,425
Biology	$52,005
Secondary education	$51,722
Kinesiology and exercise science	$50,560
Criminal justice	$49,389
Business administration	$48,112
Psychology	$47,423

Also offered (no earnings published yet): Accounting, Allied health, Arts management, Bible/Biblical Studies, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Clinical and counseling psychology, Communication studies, Design, Economics, English, Fine arts, General studies, Geology and earth science, History, Human Computer Interaction, Human services, Management information systems, Management science, Marketing, Mathematics, Music, Philosophy, Physical Sciences, Physics, Political science, Programming, Public relations, Religious Music and Worship, Religious studies, Romance languages, Social work, Sociology, Speech-language pathology, Teacher education, Theatre, Theology, Writing and rhetoric.

What students study most

Share of bachelor’s degrees by field, first majors in 2023–24 (IPEDS).

Most common bachelor’s fields
Field	Share of degrees
Business	19%
Parks, recreation and fitness	12%
Biology	11%
Health professions	10%
Psychology	10%

Campus facts

School colors
Setting	City
Part-time undergraduates	5%
Undergraduates aged 25 and older	6%
On-campus room and board (per year)	$11,500
Sports	NCAA Division III · American Southwest Conference
Study abroad	Offered
Students per faculty member	15 to 1
Undergraduates registered with the disability office	About 8%IPEDS, 2023–24
Disability services	Visit the office’s pageThe college’s own page
Faculty who are full-time	64%College Scorecard, fall 2023
Endowment per student	$136,063IPEDS, 2023, per student
Dorm space	For about 92% of studentsBeds per undergraduate; not who lives on campus
Nearest airport with airline service	Abilene Regional Airport (ABI)About 5 miles away · about 15 minutes by car
Town population	128,053Census, 2020–2024
Nearest city of 250,000 people or more	Fort WorthAbout 140 miles away · about 2 hours 45 minutes by car
Typical weather	46°F in January · 85°F in JulyNOAA, 1991–2020, from Abilene Regional Airport, TX, about 6 miles away

Federal data (IPEDS and College Scorecard), except school colors. None of this changes the faith grades.

Campus safety reports

On-campus crimes reported in 2024, per 1,000 students.

On-campus crimes per 1,000 students
Category	This campus	U.S. rate
Rape	1.20	0.07
Robbery	0.00	0.01
Aggravated assault	0.60	0.04
Burglary	0.00	0.08
Motor vehicle theft	0.60	0.15

Numbers reflect what each campus reported. They differ with campus size and how reporting is done, so compare with care. U.S. rate: total reported offenses divided by total students at every institution in the report.

Source: Official data: U.S. Department of Education

Questions families ask

Is Hardin-Simmons University a Christian college?: Yes. Hardin-Simmons University is a Christian college. Its sponsor is Baptist General Convention of Texas.
What is Hardin-Simmons University’s Compass Score?: 64 out of 100 (grade C). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
Where is chapel held at Hardin-Simmons University?: Chapel is listed at Behrens Chapel Auditorium and Logsdon Chapel. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the college’s spiritual life office before you go.

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IPEDS unit ID 225247
Carnegie classification: Doctoral/professional university
Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges d.b.a. Commission on Colleges and Universities (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
Religious affiliation (IPEDS): Baptist
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Hardin-Simmons University

Faith life at a glance

A week at Hardin-Simmons University

In the college’s own words

Questions students ask

Academic Excellence

Faith scorecard

Worship and chapel

Bible and theology

Christian community

Missions and service

Strengths

Concerns

Campus ministry home

Office of Spiritual Formation and Baptist Student Ministry

Campus ministry

Christian clubs and student life

Service 3

Faith formation 2

Chapel, worship and prayer

Chapel 2

Worship night 1

What families pay, by income

Cost and value

Earnings by major

What students study most

Campus facts

Campus safety reports

Questions families ask

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Reviews

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