Stephen F Austin State University
SFASU
Nacogdoches, Texas 75961
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — excellent value
Stephen F Austin State University is a public institution in Nacogdoches with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1074, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 8.7K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
52% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $49,634 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $15,152.
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Varsity Sports — Lumberjacks
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1074
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
57.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
4.9%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$17,750
Programs (119)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
71%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
57
Peer Average
92
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from TX state average