Small cohort: A class of 12 is well below the national median of 40. Expect more faculty contact and a tighter class culture, and fewer seats to compete for.
Strong PANCE outcomes: A first-time PANCE pass rate of 97% is above the national average.
Apply early: Admissions are rolling, so seats come off the board as the cycle goes. An application submitted in the first few weeks is worth more than the same application submitted in month four.
Stricter prerequisite grades: A minimum of B in prerequisites is tougher than the typical C. Recheck your transcript before you invest in the application.
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Hardin-Simmons University is located in Texas. The details below come straight from the program and are re-checked on a rolling basis.
At a glance
Location: Texas
Institution type: Private
Program length: 27 months
Class size: 12 students
Start month: August
Application deadline: September
Rolling admissions: Yes
In-state tuition: $112,847
Out-of-state tuition: $105,010
Minimum overall GPA: 3
Minimum science GPA: 3
Letters of recommendation: 3
First-time PANCE pass rate: 97%
Accreditation status: Continued
Admission requirements
GRE: No
PA-CAT: No
Supplemental application: No
Letters of recommendation: 3
Interview format: Traditional - group - onsite interview
Prerequisites
Minimum prerequisite grade: B
Prerequisite expiration: within 5 years
AP or CLEP credit accepted: Yes
Pass/Fail coursework accepted: Yes
Online coursework accepted: Yes
Required coursework
Human Anatomy - 4 Credit(s), Lab Required
Biology (general) - 8 Credit(s), Lab Required
Microbiology - 4 Credit(s), Lab Required
Chemistry (general) - 4 Credit(s), Lab Required
Organic Chemistry - 4 Credit(s), Lab Required
Human Physiology - 4 Credit(s), Lab Required
Statistics - 3 Credit(s)
English - 3 Credit(s)
Psychology - 3 Credit(s)
Sociology - 3 Credit(s)
Cost
In-state tuition: $112,847
Out-of-state tuition: $105,010
Seat deposit: $1,200
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Program website: Hardin-Simmons University
Admissions page: Admissions information
Prerequisite details: Prerequisite coursework
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 325-670-1206
Address: 2200 Hickory, Abilene, TX, 79698
Program information last verified June 17, 2026. Requirements change, always confirm directly with the program before applying.
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