PRIVATE NON-PROFIT · GRADUATE

Nelson University

Also known as: SAGU

📍 Waxahachie, Texas🏛️ Suburban Setting👥 1,479 Undergrads🔗 www.nelson.edu

Overview

Nelson University is an small private non-profit research university in Waxahachie, Texas. It enrolls about 1,479 undergraduate students with an acceptance rate of 89%. Graduates earn a median of $46,238 ten years after entry.

Quick Stats

Acceptance Rate

89%

Less Selective

SAT Avg

980

460–550

Net Price

$21,662

After avg. aid

Grad Rate (6yr)

42%

Retention

75%

First-year, FT

Median Earnings

$46,238

10 yrs after entry

Admissions

Less Selective

Acceptance Rate

89.0%

SAT Average

980

ACT Composite

—

Test Policy

Required

SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)

EBRW (Reading & Writing)

200460 – 550 (mid 50%)800

Math

200430 – 540 (mid 50%)800

ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)

Composite

1Not reported36

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition

$25,064

Annual + fees

Out-of-State

$25,064

Annual + fees

Cost of Attendance

$34,504

Total annual

Avg. Net Price

$21,662

After aid

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Avg. Net Price
$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

Financial Aid Snapshot

% with federal loans

61.3%

Academics & Programs

Nelson University offers programs across 15 fields. Top by degrees awarded:

Theology & Religious Vocations

31.7%

Business, Management & Marketing

16.2%

Liberal Arts & General Studies

11.8%

Public Administration & Social Services

10.7%

Education

10.3%

Psychology

4.8%

Homeland Security & Law Enforcement

3.3%

Visual & Performing Arts

3.0%

Outcomes

6-Year Grad Rate

42%

On-Time (4yr)

29%

Retention (FT)

75%

% Earning >$25K

64%

10 yrs after entry

Median Earnings After Entry

6 years

$37,425

8 years

$42,680

10 years

$46,238

Graduation Rate by Race

Asian

0.0%

White

45.2%

Diversity

Race & Ethnicity

White

48.9%

Black or African American

11.6%

Asian

1.1%

Hispanic / Latino

28.9%

Two or more races

5.1%

International

0.7%

Gender

Women

49.4%

Men

50.6%

Background

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nelson University hard to get into?

Less Selective — the acceptance rate is 89%. Admitted students average an SAT of 980.

How much does Nelson University cost?

In-state tuition is $25,064, and out-of-state is $25,064. Average net price after financial aid is $21,662.

What is Nelson University known for?

Most popular programs include Theology & Religious Vocations, Business, Management & Marketing, Liberal Arts & General Studies.

What's the graduation rate at Nelson University?

The 6-year graduation rate is 42%, and 75% of first-year, full-time students return for their second year.

Data source: U.S. Department of Education.