Austin College
About Austin College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Austin College is a private university in Sherman, TX. It has a 54.4% acceptance rate and a 73% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,166 students.
Founded
1849
Location
Sherman, Texas
Students
1,217
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
47.7%
Selective
Graduation Rate
67.1%
Near national average
Tuition
$48,680
Per year
Avg Net Price
$21,107
After financial aid
SAT Average
1212
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$61,296
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Very Selective
47.7 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
Nov 1
Regular
Mar 1
Austin College accepts 47.7% of applicants, with admitted students averaging around 1212 on the SAT. If you're near or above that range, you have a strong chance.
SAT Scores
1212/ 1600
ACT Scores
26/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
67.1% complete their degree within six years
Retention
79.4%
4-Year Grad
65%
6-Year Grad
68%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
87.1%
$/Student
$17.8K
Class Size
Medium
65% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$48,680
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$13,951
Books & Supplies
$1,150
Total Cost of Attendance
$61,607
After Financial Aid
$21,107
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$16,528
Receive Grants
30.9%
Take Loans
50%
Don't let the $48,680 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $21,107 after financial aid, a 57% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $16,528.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Austin College fund their education.
While in School
30.9%
Get Grants
Free money
50%
Take Loans
Must repay
$54,764
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$24,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$260/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $24,500 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Austin College.
Gender
51.3%
Female
49%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,165
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
52
Graduates
23.4%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
1.2%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (51% women, 49% men). 23.4% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
1,165
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Liberal Arts
Classification
What This College Offers
4-1-4 calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Austin College fields 9 varsity teams with 403 student athletes, about 35% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
Southern
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
403
35% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
65% / 35%
262
Men
141
Women
7
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Austin Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$61,296
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business/Commerce, General
$32K
33 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$18K
31 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$23K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Finance and Financial Management Services
$39K
29 grads
1yr Earnings
Public Health
$28K
26 grads
1yr Earnings
History
$60K
26 grads
4yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $45K at six years, $47K at eight, and $61K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.