Nelson University
Waxahachie, TX · Private Nonprofit
Test scores
Admitted students score between 890 and 1090 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
ACT midpoint: 20
Popular programs at Nelson University
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries. | 61 | |
| 2 | Business Administration, Management and Operations. | 25 | |
| 3 | Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | 23 | |
| 4 | Human Services, General. | 16 | |
| 5 | Social Work. | 14 | |
| 6 | Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | 12 | |
| 7 | Bible/Biblical Studies. | 9 | |
| 8 | Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | 9 | |
| 9 | Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | 8 | |
| 10 | Film/Video and Photographic Arts. | 7 | |
| 11 | Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | 6 | |
| 12 | Psychology, General. | 6 | |
| 13 | Marketing. | 6 | |
| 14 | Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | 5 | |
| 15 | Education, General. | 4 | |
| 16 | Philosophy and Religious Studies, General. | 4 | |
| 17 | Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology. | 4 | |
| 18 | Religious Music and Worship. | 4 | |
| 19 | Criminal Justice and Corrections. | 4 | |
| 20 | History. | 4 |
Showing top 20 of 26 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Nelson University?
Nelson University has an acceptance rate of 89% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for Nelson University?
Admitted students at Nelson University typically score between 890 and 1090 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does Nelson University cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Nelson University is approximately $21,662 per year.
What is the graduation rate at Nelson University?
4-year graduation rate data for Nelson University is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.
