Stephen F. Austin State University

INVESTED FACULTY
Since 2014, SFA faculty members have participated in more than 500 grant-funded research projects, enhancing the instruction they provide and making valuable contributions to their fields. Currently, funding for active research projects exceeds $30 million. Students also participate in structured research and creative projects that are integrated into program curricula, as well as faculty-led extracurricular projects. It’s for these reasons that Lumberjacks make excellent researchers, with students and faculty making constant connections to one another as well as constant contributions to their fields.

EARLY CHILDHOOD LAB
In addition to providing public childcare for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, SFA’s early childhood lab helps more 2,000 students each fall and spring prepare for careers working with young children and families. The lab’s curriculum is intended to develop intellectual and personal competence rather than merely train children to perform a specific set of academic skills.

SPECIAL STUDY OPTIONS
Programs available at this institution.
Accelerated program
Distance learning
Double major
Dual enrollment
Independent study
Internships
Liberal arts/career combination
Student-designed major
Study abroad
Teacher certification program

THE BIG EVENT
SFA’s The BIG Event promotes unity between campus and community as students come together for one day to express their gratitude through service for the support from the Nacogdoches community. Students work in teams to complete projects across Nacogdoches County as a way to thank the community for their support of SFA students.Throughout the years, the Nacogdoches community has shown endless support to the students of Stephen F. Austin State University. For this reason, The BIG Event strives to reciprocate that appreciation to all residents. Each year, SFA students spend one day performing various service projects all across Nacogdoches County. More than 1,000 students participate annually!

JACK CAMP
Jack Camp welcomes incoming students to SFA each year by giving them an opportunity to meet fellow students, have fun, and learn about life at SFA. It is the university’s hope that, through Jack Camp, each student will find their place in the Lumberjack Family. Jack Camp is a three-day extended orientation program that takes place in Trinity, Texas. Students will arrive at Jack Camp to find some of the best camp facilities in the state of Texas, including air conditioned cabins, on-site cafeteria, athletic fields, and more. In addition, Jack Camp is led by some of the most successful student leaders at SFA. Once students arrive at Jack Camp, they become part of several groups: their cabin, their family group, their tribe, and your team. This will allow everyone to meet as many other Lumberjacks as possible. With these groups, students enjoy team-building exercises, participate in group discussions, play sports, and socialize.

ATHLETICS
Women’s: Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track & Field, Volleyball
Men’s: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Track & Field

RESIDENCE LIFE
Percent of students living on campus.
First-time, first-year (freshman) students: 90%
Undergraduates: 43%

Campus housing options.
Coed dorms
Men’s dorms
Women’s dorms
Wellness housing

CENTER FOR CAREER AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
SFA’s Center for Career and Professional Development (CCPD) is full of resources to help students prepare for a meaningful career. Available to students and alumni for free, CCPD staff can provide guidance through all levels of the career search, from recognizing one’s strengths or preparing for an interview. 

To begin the journey to the professional world, students can meet with career coaches to select or change their major and match their career possibilities to their strengths, interests, and personality. From there, students are encouraged to take part in courses and extracurricular activities that help them hone their skills. Eventually, the staff at CCPD can help brush up résumés, help conduct mock interviews, and aid the application process to internships. 

The Center even has a Career Closet available to help students dress for success for different networking events, job interviews, and career fairs. Professionally appropriate clothes, shoes, and jewelry are available to rent so that students of all income levels and available resources can put their best foot forward in terms of their attire.

PROJECT CEO
The Co-Curricular Experience Outcomes project, better known as Project CEO, focuses on student perceptions of skill development and attainment, especially in relation to co-curricular experiences, to prepare students to make the transition from their campuses to the career marketplace. This nationally renowned college-to-career program tracks students progress and career readiness by measuring their competencies in eleven areas:

• Teamwork
• Decision Making
• Problem Solving
• Workflow Planning
• Verbal Communication
• Information Processing
• Quantitative Analysis
• Career-Specific Knowledge
• Computer Software Skills
• Writing and Editing Reports
• Selling and Influencing

Through intentional co-curricular engagement, students are more than prepared to excel not just as knowledgeable scholars, but as active, successful citizens.

Admission

ADMISSIONS FACTORS
Very Important
Rigor of secondary school record | Class rank
Academic GPA | Standardized test scores

Considered
Extracurricular activities | Talent/ability | Character/personal qualities
First generation | Alumni/ae relation | Geographical residence
State residency | Volunteer work | Work experience

FRESHMAN PROFILE
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th Percentile: 500 | 75th Percentile: 600
SAT Math
25th Percentile: 490 | 75th Percentile: 580
ACT Composite
25th Percentile: 17 | 75th Percentile: 24
ACT Math
25th Percentile: 17 | 75th Percentile: 24
ACT English
25th Percentile: 17 | 75th Percentile: 24

Tuition & Cost

Tuition (in-state): $7,260
Tuition (out-of-state): $19,710
Fees: $2,277
Room & Board: $8,964