Research.com
Nelson University logo

Nelson University

#1391 in US ranking Waxahachie, TX
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

Represent this school?

Update this profile on Research.com

Cost

Cost / year
$42,133
Tuition & fees
$26,324
Avg. aid
$11,833
Receiving aid
99%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
89%
SAT range
890–1090
Avg. ACT
20

Outcomes

Graduation rate
42%
Median salary
$37,733
1 yr after graduation

What are the popular events and traditions at Nelson University?

Reported Nelson University traditions include Homecoming, Class Night, and All School Fellowship/Battle of the Dorms. These events bring students together for different purposes: Homecoming connects current students with alumni, while the fellowship and dorm activities provide opportunities for campus-wide participation.

Event programs and schedules can change from year to year, particularly under the Nelson University name. Students interested in a specific tradition should consult the current campus calendar for its format, location, and participation rules rather than assume a past schedule remains in effect.

What are the student housing and dining options at Nelson University?

Nelson University offers college-operated undergraduate housing, including coeducational housing, and its housing units reportedly have high-speed internet access. Availability does not mean every applicant is guaranteed a space.

Prospective residents should check the current housing application, eligibility rules, assignment process, and any first-year residency requirement before making plans. They should also confirm which meal plans are required or available for their housing assignment and what campus dining options operate during weekends and breaks. Students considering off-campus housing should compare lease costs and transportation with the university's residential charges, rather than treating the published room-and-board figure as the cost of every living arrangement.

Nelson University Campus Life

College owned housing available

Yes

Co-ed housing

Yes

Freshmen can park on campus

Yes

Highspeed speed internet

Yes

School organizations

16

Nelson University Campus at a Glance

Student-to-faculty ratio
15:1
Campus size
70 acres

Nelson University Career Help & Outcomes

Career Centers:

Full time employees: 2

Career Counselling:

Individual: All undergraduates

Group: All undergraduates

Career Center services:

  • Job Interviews
  • Resume preparation
  • Resume refers to employers
  • Career/Interest testing
  • Interview workshop
  • Alumni network

Other information:

Job bank on campus

Yes

Job fairs on campus

Yes

Individual job placement

All undergraduates

On campus employer recruitment

All undergraduates

Nelson University Library Services and Resources

Main library name

P. C. Nelson Memorial Library

Number of libraries on campus

2

Reservable study rooms in library

Yes

24h access

No

Physical facilities

Yes

Access to digital/electronic resources

Yes

Staff trained to provide and interpret library materials

Yes

Established library hours

Yes

Access to library collections that are shared with other institutions

Yes

Nelson University Computer Labs Access

  • 24h access
  • Help desk

Nelson University Location & Map

Data last updated on November 5, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.

Recently Published Articles