Austin College
- 4 Year
- SHERMAN, TX
CollegeGrad School
Austin College
- grade BOverall Grade
- 4 Year
- SHERMAN, TX
- Rating 3.5 out of 5 854 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A minus
- Valuegrade B
- Diversitygrade A
- Campusgrade C minus
- Athleticsgrade C+
- Party Scenegrade B
- Professorsgrade B+
- Locationgrade C
- Dormsgrade C
- Campus Foodgrade C
- Student Lifegrade C+
- Safetygrade C
About
Athletic Division
NCAA Division III (with football)
Athletic Conference
Southern Athletic Association
From Austin College
At Austin College, we prepare high-achieving students for rewarding careers as they create their own futures. As part of our learning-by-doing approach, students have countless opportunities to expand their horizons beyond campus. Our legendary professors take students beyond the classroom to present research at national conferences, connect with Fortune 500 companies, and secure professional internships. The College is related by covenant to the Presbyterian Church (USA) and cultivates an inclusive atmosphere that supports students’ faith journeys regardless of religious tradition. One of 40 schools profiled in Loren Pope’s influential book Colleges That Change Lives, Austin College boasts a welcoming community that embraces diversity and individuality.
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Admissions
Application Deadline
March 1
Acceptance Rate
49%
SAT Range
1110-1310
ACT Range
22-29
Application Fee
$0
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
Yes
Will You Get In?
Will You Get Into AC?
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Cost
Net Price
$24,085 / year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$33,012 / year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
100%
Scholarship
Academics
Professors
grade B+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
12:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
93%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 44 responses65%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 69 responses54%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 69 responsesMajors
Most Popular Majors
- Psychology33 Graduates
- Biology26 Graduates
- Business25 Graduates
- Public Health25 Graduates
- History22 Graduates
- Computer Science17 Graduates
- Finance17 Graduates
- Economics14 Graduates
- Political Science and Government14 Graduates
- Biochemistry and Molecular Biology13 Graduates
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
1,281 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
4
Undergrads Over 25
0%
Pell Grant
37%
Varsity Athletes
23%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
98%
Poll
56%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 73 responsesPoll
73%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life. 73 responsesAfter College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$48,200 / year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
71%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
90%
National
83%75%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 16 responsesAustin College Reviews
Rating 3.5 out of 5 854 reviews
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Austin College was a horrible experience! It is not diverse, full of wealthy students and not very inclusive.They use athletes to boost enrollment and their coaches are awful.They don't pay well so they end up hiring bad coaches who bully their athletes. Housing is terrible because you have to know someone that works in housing to get into the flats or cottages. The dorms are ancient and full of mold.You aren't allowed to have a microwave and they have group bathrooms. You cannot live off campus until your senior year.The food is terrible and you are required to buy it the first three years because you have to live on campus. The best thing about AC is the professors, scholarships and Lake Texoma. Transferring elsewhere is difficult because of the way they do their credits there.Their pre-med program is highly rated. However, your internship opportunities are limited in Sherman, Texas. There isn't much to do in Sherman either.
I am grateful daily to have attended Austin College. I received a wonderful, well-rounded educations, that has definitely helped me achieve my career goals and beyond! I chose to attend AC for it's community. The campus is small and accessible, with a wonderful ratio of students:professors. I always had the support I needed. The campus is also beautiful. The main dorms are on-campus, with no roads or streets between the buildings! The campus felt safe and comforting. I enjoy going back to visit! I always feel at home!
Very welcoming staff. The campus however, did remind me of a high school. Wonderful travel semesters! The local town is said to be expanding, but in the middle of nowhere. One food hall with a variety of options, nothing fancy. freshman dorms are below average and loose power.