Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
84.23%
SAT Average
1,014
ACT Range
17-22
Nelson University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 84.23%. This means approximately 842 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,366 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
84.23%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $18,610 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $18,610 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $32,765 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $19,655 | State avg: $17,343. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 49.50% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 63.72% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Nelson University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$18,610
Room and board
$9,050
Books and supplies
$1,406
Other expenses
$6,194
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$32,765
Average net price
$19,655
Average aid coverage
40%
$13,110 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Nelson University pays approximately $19,655 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Texas average of $17,343 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Nelson University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Texas and national averages.
Nelson University net price
$19,655
Texas average
$17,343
National average
$17,506
Nelson University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $18,610 and average net price at $19,655. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$18,610
Current net price
$19,655
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
35.53%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$46,238
Undergraduates
1,366
10-Year Median Earnings - Nelson University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Nelson University graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Nelson University?
Undergraduates
1,366
Completion rate
35.53%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
49.50%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
63.72%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 49.50% of Nelson University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 63.72% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Nelson University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Nelson University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Nelson University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Nelson University is listed at 1200 Sycamore, Waxahachie, TX 75165. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Nelson University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nelson University | 84.23% | $18,610 | $19,655 | $46,238 |
| West Coast University-Texas | Not available | $16,715 | $25,957 | $102,672 |
| University of North Texas Health Science Center | Not available | Not available | Not available | $93,615 |
| The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston | Not available | Not available | Not available | $92,961 |
| Chamberlain University-Texas | 95.65% | $19,686 | $32,247 | $92,405 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nelson University's acceptance rate?
Nelson University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 84.23%.
How much is Nelson University tuition?
Nelson University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $18,610.
What is Nelson University's average net price?
Nelson University's average net price in the local dataset is $19,655.
What does Nelson University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $16,990 for Nelson University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Nelson University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $46,238 for Nelson University.
Is Nelson University accredited?
Nelson University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Nelson University?
The local dataset lists 1,366 undergraduate students at Nelson University.
What percentage of Nelson University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Nelson University in the local dataset is 49.50%.
What is the federal loan rate at Nelson University?
The federal loan rate for Nelson University in the local dataset is 63.72%.
Where should I verify Nelson University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Nelson University or the latest official federal education data.