Admission Checklist

1 Admission

Freshmen: Here’s what we need from you for an admission decision.

• Step 1: Your online application

  To access the online application click “Apply to HSU” on the HSU homepage.

• Step 2: Your high school transcript

  Submit an official high school transcript showing completion of the junior year and a documented class rank. A final official copy must also be submitted upon high school graduation. If you have taken dual-credit or concurrent enrollment courses, official transcripts must be sent (upon completion) from each of the colleges or universities attended.

• Step 3: Your ACT test score or SAT test score

  The writing portion is not required.

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If you are offered Conditional Admission you must return the Conditional Admission Contract for Enrollment and 3 letters of recommendation also.  

Transfers: Here’s what we need from you for an admission decision.

• Step 1: Your online application

  To access the online application click “Apply to HSU” on the HSU homepage.

• Step 2: Your college transcript(s) from all colleges/universities attended

  An official transcript must be sent from each of the colleges or universities attended. Transfer students with less than 24 transferable hours must also submit a high school transcript and satisfactory scores on the ACT or SAT.

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If you have completed less than 24 college credit hours, you must submit your high school credentials also - high school transcript and ACT or SAT score.  

2 Enrollment

All Students: Here’s what we need from you before registering for classes.

• Step 1: Pay your $300 Enrollment Deposit (non-refundable after May 1)

  All new students pay a $300 enrollment deposit prior to class registration. The enrollment deposit reserves your place in the class, shows your intent to attend, and places your name on the list for Housing and Stampede (new student orientation). To pay your enrollment deposit, first reply to your Offer of Admission in your application portal. A new checklist item will appear so that you can pay your deposit. (Non-refundable after May 1)

• Step 2: Meningitis Vaccination Record

  Submit your record online at secure.medproctor.com. Contact MedProctor at help@medproctor.com with questions. A live agent is chat ready to assist students and may be reached through the website.

  The state requires that all incoming new students under the age of 22 must have the meningitis vaccine within the last 5 years and at least 10 days prior to the first day of class. HSU requires every new student under 22 years of age to provide proof of the meningitis vaccine prior to registering for classes.  

Send all documents to:
Office of Enrollment Services
Hardin-Simmons University
PO Box 16050
Abilene, TX 79698-6050
Fax 325-671-2115

Admitted Student Checklist

Congratulations on your acceptance to HSU! There are several more items to check off the list to complete your enrollment. Several of the items involve filling out online forms through HSU Central or other websites and those are included here for your convenience. We are always here to assist you if you have questions along the way!

Before Registration

• Pay your $300 Enrollment Deposit (non-refundable after May 1)

  All new students pay a $300 enrollment deposit prior to class registration. The enrollment deposit reserves your place in the class, shows your intent to attend, and places your name on the list for Housing and Stampede (new student orientation). To pay your enrollment deposit, first reply to your Offer of Admission in your application portal. A new checklist item will appear so that you can pay your deposit. (Non-refundable after May 1)

• Meningitis Vaccination Record

  Submit your record online at secure.medproctor.com. Contact MedProctor at help@medproctor.com with questions. A live agent is chat ready to assist students and may be reached through the website.

  The state requires that all incoming new students under the age of 22 must have the meningitis vaccine within the last 5 years and at least 10 days prior to the first day of class. Hardin-Simmons University requires every new incoming student under 22 years of age to provide proof of the meningitis vaccine prior to registering for classes.  

Round-Up

Round-Up events offer personalized advising and registration appointments and orientation in student services, resources, and campus activities. Advance registration is necessary, so please sign-up online.

• Advising and Registration
• Student I.D.
• Release Form (FERPA)

Residence Life

You must submit a residence application to obtain a housing assignment or to request to live off campus. Both of these applications are found in HSU Central > Res Life Central.

• Residency Information

  Contact the Residence Life office with questions: 325.670.1252 or residencelife@hsutx.edu.

Transcripts

Student Financial Services

• File your FAFSA at fafsa.ed.gov
• Submit Verification documents (if selected)
• View Financial Aid Checklist in HSU Central > Self Service
• Submit Texas Residency Affirmation Form (for Texas residents)
• Accept Federal Direct Student Loans
• To certify your Direct loan(s), you will need to complete Entrance Counseling and complete a Master Promissory Note (MPN) at www.studentloans.gov. Following certification to HSU, you will need to accept your loan award along with your other financial aid awards in HSU Central (Financial Aid Self Service).
• Apply for Parent PLUS loan or Private Student loan if more funds are needed.

View our Financial Aid page for more detailed information and a list of scholarship opportunities.

Statements of Account and Payment

Statements are available online at the CASHNET link in HSU Central as soon as you register for classes. Below are options for how you can make payment arrangements prior to the Financial Settlement deadline of August 1.

• Pay in full - payments can be made in Cash Net.
• Obtain 100% financial aid - scholarships, grants, and/or loans
• Enroll in a Payment Plan - Sign up in Cash Net to pay your remaining balance in 4 payments each semester. The first payment is due on or before August 1, with subsequent payments in September, October, and November.

Stampede

• Plan to attend Stampede (new student orientation)

Check-in

Final approval is given at Stampede check-in to be sure all items on this list are cleared prior to start of classes. Check-in dates for athletes are set by the coaches.

• Check-in and Move-in
• Parking permit is required to park a vehicle on campus. Please bring vehicle information to Check-in.
• Books and Course materials - Books are available for purchase or rental in the campus Bookstore as well as all other course materials.