About Hardin-Simmons University

Founded in 1891 by a dedicated group of ministers, ranchers, and merchants, Hardin-Simmons University continues its commitment to developing the minds and nurturing the spiritual lives of its students. HSU, a private university located in Abilene, Texas, has been affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas since 1941. HSU provides an academically challenging undergraduate education based on a liberal arts foundation, and advances scholarly growth by offering specialized graduate and professional degree programs. Combining its commitment to academic excellence and a concern for the development of the total person with a distinctive Christian perspective, Hardin-Simmons serves students through quality educational programs designed to provide An Education Enlightened by Faith.

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It is the mission of Hardin-Simmons University to be a community dedicated to providing excellence in education enlightened by Christian faith and values.

Logsdon Chapel stained glass window at night

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The pond on HSUs campus

Abilene is located in Taylor County, near the geographic center of Texas, and has a population of 116,806. Dyess Air Force Base, home to the B-1 Bomber, lies in the western part of the city.

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Accreditation

Hardin-Simmons University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and other organizations.

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Ethics in Education

While ethical decision making is an implicit part of much of the university’s curricular focus as a private, Christian university, we recognize that ethics should be more explicitly integrated into our undergraduate professional and pre-professional programs.

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