Nelson University

Waxahachie, TX • private

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Overview

Institution Type

private

Campus Setting

Suburban

Student Population

Undergrad: 1,720 • Total: 2,122

Academic Calendar

Semester

Address

1200 Sycamore
Waxahachie, TX
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Website

www.nelson.edu

Region

Southwest

Carnegie Classification

Carnegie Code: 51

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 839 (48.8%) • Female: 881 (51.2%)

Race/Ethnicity Distribution

Asian	17	1.0%
Black/African American	196	11.4%
Hispanic/Latino	444	25.8%
White	911	53.0%
Two or More Races	77	4.5%
International	20	1.2%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

84.2%

518 admitted from 615 applicants

SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)

Reading: 463-560
Math: 463-550
Total: 926-1110

ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)

17-22

Application Types Offered

—

Application Requirements

—

Financial Aid Forms

FAFSA only

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate

35.5%

4-Year Graduation Rate

17.9%

Freshman Retention Rate

81.0%

Student-Faculty Ratio

28.2:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)

$35,056

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)

Tuition: $24,024

Room & Board

$9,598

Books & Supplies

$1,434

Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)

$0-30,000	$17,583
$30,001-48,000	$18,396
$48,001-75,000	$21,731
$75,001-110,000	$23,883
$110,001+	$25,474

Students Receiving Pell Grants

88%

Average Grant/Scholarship Aid

$19,834

🏈 Athletics

Men's Sports (5)

Baseball Basketball Football Soccer Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

Women's Sports (5)

Basketball Soccer Softball Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball

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Common questions about Nelson University

What is Nelson University's acceptance rate?

Nelson University accepts 84% of applicants, from 615 applications.

How much does Nelson University cost?

Tuition and fees are $24,024. Families earning under $30,000 pay $17,583 on average after aid.

What ACT score do you need for Nelson University?

The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 17 and 22 on the ACT.

What is Nelson University's graduation rate?

36% of students graduate within six years.