Hardin-Simmons University

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Year Founded:
1891
Religious Affiliation:
Protestant
College Type:
Private , Urban
Enrollment:
1585 (full time undergrad)
Tuition In State:
$29,526
Tuition Out of State:
$29,526
Division:
NCAA III
Conference:
American Southwest Conference (Division III)
Welcome to the Hardin-Simmons University Football scholarship and program information page. Here you'll receive information about the school and information on their Football program like who to get hold of about recruitment, names of ... Read More

Welcome to the Hardin-Simmons University Football scholarship and program information page. Here you'll receive information about the school and information on their Football program like who to get hold of about recruitment, names of past alumni, what scholarship opportunities can be had and how to start the recruiting process.
Hardin-Simmons University Football Program Recruiting and Coaching Personnel
If you are trying to get recruited it is critical to understand who to talk to - and NCSA has got the information you need. The Offensive Coordinator/QB, RB Coach of the Hardin-Simmons University Football program is Jeff Whitehead. Additional key staff are:


  • Assistant Coach (Running Backs) Cade Bell

  • Head Coach Jesse Burleson

  • Tight Ends J.J. Elkins

  • Assistant coach (Defense) Logan Floyd

  • Wide Receivers Garrett Martin

  • Assistant coach (Defensive Line) Thomas Niles

  • Defensive Coordinator Zach Wilkerson

  • Secondary Coach/Developmental Squad Roosevelt Williams



If you're thinking about becoming a part of the Hardin-Simmons University Football program they are the individuals you'll want to get in touch with. You'll be able to choose to contact them by way of email using the link above or call the school to get more information about the college and Football program prior to determining if it is the best fit for you personally.
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Athletics Information
Conference:
American Southwest Conference (Division III)
Division:
NCAA III
Athletic Director:
John Neese
Football Coaching Staff
  • Cade Bell Assistant Coach (Running Backs)
  • Jesse Burleson Head Coach
  • J.J. Elkins Tight Ends
  • Logan Floyd Assistant coach (Defense)
  • Garrett Martin Wide Receivers
  • Thomas Niles Assistant coach (Defensive Line)
  • Jeff Whitehead Offensive Coordinator/QB, RB Coach
  • Zach Wilkerson Defensive Coordinator
  • Roosevelt Williams Secondary Coach/Developmental Squad
Sports Offered
  • Baseball
  • Cheerleading
  • Football
  • Men's Basketball
  • Men's Golf
  • Men's Lacrosse
  • Men's Soccer
  • Men's Tennis
  • Men's Track
  • Softball
  • Women's Basketball
  • Women's Golf
  • Women's Lacrosse
  • Women's Soccer
  • Women's Tennis
  • Women's Track
  • Women's Volleyball
Club Sports
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Admissions Contact Info
Admissions Toll Free Phone:
(877) 464-7889
Admissions Phone:
(325) 670-1000
Admissions Email:
N/A
Academic Requirements
Academic Selectivity:
Most Selective
Religious Requirements:
Yes
Specific Religious Requirements:
N/A
Application Information
Application Deadline:
No
Application Deadline Date:
January 1
Application Final Date:
 
Application Priority Date:
 
Notification Date:
 
Rolling Admissions:
Yes
Early Action:
No
Early Action Closing Date:
 
Early Decision:
No
Early Decision Deadline:
 
Common Application:
No
Student Body Averages
ACT
Average Freshman GPA:
3.0
Average ACT Composite:
22
Average ACT English:
22
Average ACT Math:
22
Average ACT Writing:
21
ACT 25th Percentile:
18%
ACT 75th Percentile:
24%
SAT
Average SAT 1 Combined:
1563
Average SAT 1 Math:
539
Average SAT 1 Verbal:
514
SAT 25th Percentile:
960%
SAT 75th Percentile:
1150%
SAT 2 Requirements:
 
Majors
    Most Popular Majors:
  • Education, Biology, Psychology
    Pre-Professional Programs:
  • Pre-Law, Pre-Medicine, Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-Dentistry, Pre-Theology
    Other Pre-Professional Programs:
  • Software Engineering, Computer Science
    Combined 3-2 Programs:
  •  
    Majors Offered:
  • Accounting,
  • Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management,
  • Athletic Training, EMT Paramedic and Treatment Professions,
  • Biblical Studies,
  • Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology,
  • Biology,
  • Business,
  • Business Administration, Management, and Operations,
  • Chemistry,
  • Clinical Psychology,
  • Communication Disorders Sciences,
  • Communication and Media Studies,
  • Computer Programming,
  • Criminal Justice, Forensics and Corrections,
  • Drama and Stagecraft,
  • Economics,
  • Education/Teaching,
  • English Literature,
  • Entrepreneurial Operations,
  • Finance,
  • Fine and Studio Arts,
  • Geology,
  • Graphic Design, Illustration and Game/Media Design,
  • History,
  • Human Services,
  • Management Information Systems,
  • Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods,
  • Marketing,
  • Mathematics,
  • Medical Preparatory Programs,
  • Missionary Studies,
  • Music,
  • Natural Resources Conservation and Research,
  • Natural Resources Management,
  • Nursing,
  • Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries,
  • Philosophy,
  • Physical Education, Kinesiology and Exercise Science,
  • Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Professions,
  • Physics,
  • Political Science and Government,
  • Psychology,
  • Public Relations and Advertising,
  • Religious Music,
  • Religious Studies,
  • Rhetoric and Composition/Writing,
  • Romance Linguistics,
  • Social Work,
  • Sociology,
  • Special Education,
  • Student Counseling,
  • Teacher Development Methods,
  • Teacher Development Specific Subjects,
  • Theological and Ministerial Studies,
  • Theology, Other,
Location
City/Town Situated In:
Abilene, TX
Population:
115930
Major City Closest To School:
Fort Worth, TX
Distance Of Major City:
152 Miles
Closest International Airport:
Dallas/Ft. Worth
Distance To International Airport:
169 Miles
Closest Other Airport:
Abilene, TX
Distance To Other Airport:
5 Miles
Location Description:

200-acre, urban campus in Abilene (population: 115,930). Served by air and bus; major airport serves Dallas/Ft. Worth (150 miles); train serves Ft. Worth. Public transportation serves campus.

Demographics
Male:
47.70%
Female:
52.30%
African American:
7.12%
Asian American:
1.12%
Caucasian:
65.89%
Hispanic:
17.43%
International:
2.07%
Other:
1.86%
Student Faculty Ratio:
12:1
Out State Freshmen:
5%
Campus Size:
209 acres
Campus Life
Freshmen In School Housing:
78%
Students Live On Campus:
44%
Students Live Off Campus:
56%
Students Live On Campus During Weekends:
50%
Housing Types:
  • Single-student apartments, Married-student apartments, Other
Fraternities & Sororities
Fraternities & Sororities:
Y
Number Of Fraternities:
5
Number Of Sororities:
4
Join Fraternities:
 
Join Sororities:
 
ROTC
Air Force ROTC:
No
Navy ROTC:
No
Army ROTC:
No
Financial Aid
Financial Aid Toll Free Number:
877 464-7889
Financial Aid Phone:
 
Financial Aid Email:
 
Aid Notification Date:
February 15
Financial Aid Forms:
FAFSA
Tuition Instate:
$29,526
Tuition Out of State:
$29,526
Room & Board:
$3,900
Average Debt On Graduation:
$35,429
Scholarship Numbers
FTF = First Time Freshmen
FTU = Full Time Undergraduate
Average Non-Need Based Athletic Grant and Scholarship Amount:
FTF :$0
FTU : $0
Number of Students Who Received Non-Need Based Athletic Grants and Scholarships:
FTF :0
FTU : 0
Average Non-Need Based Scholarship or Grant Amount:
FTF :$9,970
FTU : $6,983
Average Need-Based Loan Amount:
FTF :$2,889
FTU : $4,113
Average Need-Based-Self-Help-Award Amount:
FTF :$3,380
FTU : $4,542
Average Need-Based Scholarship or Grant Amount:
FTF :$7,301
FTU : $6,349
Average Financial Aid Package:
FTF :$24,841
FTU : $16,930
Average Percentage Of Need Met (Based on EFC):
FTF :81%
FTU : 69%

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