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Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) is a 4-year, state supported, accredited comprehensive university with over 83 undergraduate degree programs encompassing 120 study areas, over 46 master's degree programs, and two doctoral programs (forestry and education leadership). The 11,700 students find Nacogdoches, Texas to be a secure, friendly, and unique college town. The population is 31,000 and the climate is mild year-round.

SFA is located 140 miles (241 km) northeast of Houston and 180 miles (288 km) southeast of Dallas both of whom have international airports. The city is located in the pine forests of East Texas with the University often being referred to as "the University among the Pines." The campus is beautifully landscaped and Nacogdoches is the oldest town in Texas.

Nacogdoches and SFA offer numerous cultural and athletic activities. Over 200 student organizations exist to meet almost any interest of the students. A Multicultural Center and the Office of International Programs (OIP) are available to provide support services for all international students.

SFA has a student to faculty ratio of 19:1 with an experienced faculty dedicated to student success. Modern classrooms, laboratories and recreational facilities offer students a great environment for learning. Options for housing include on-campus residence halls and apartments as well as off-campus apartments. Food service is provided by three university cafeterias and several food court operations on campus.

American English Language Institute (AELI)

Independent institute for English study
Academic year programming - two semesters: fall & spring
20 hours of instruction per week
Mondern language laboratory
Competitively priced
Experienced faculty and quality programming
Enrollment allows access to all SFA facilities
Average class size is 12 students per course

Six Colleges with 38 academic departments and over 600 faculty wait to prepare you for success. What can you expect?

Expect to be challenged.
Expect a personal education with meaningful student-faculty interactions.
Expect your education to take you outside the classroom with activities, organizations, and events.
Expect to build character.
Expect to develop self-discipline and leadership skills.
Expect to foster friendships.

More info about college degrees and programs

James I. Perkins College of Education

The mission of the Perkins College of Education is to prepare competent, successful, caring and enthusiastic professionals dedicated to responsible service, leadership, and continued professional and intellectual development.
The Perkins College of Education at SFASU is home to the Departments of Elementary Education, Human Sciences, Human Services, Kinesiology and Health Science, and Secondary Education and Educational Leadership.
Graduates are readily employed in professions that vary from education to health sciences, from interior design to communication disorders, from nutrition to rehabilitation services, and in other professions that provide equal opportunities for satisfying and rewarding careers.

College of Business

Accounting, Management, Marketing, Advertising, Finance, Economics, General Business, Computer Science, International Business
Explore the business frontier through career planning, networking, internships, leadership, and communication opportunities.
Agriculture, Poultry Science, Horticulture, Kinesiology/Health Sciences, Elementary and Secondary Education, Teacher Certification, Human Sciences (nutrition, interior design, hospitality, family and consumer issues, early childhood development), and Human Services (rehabilitation, speech pathology, blind mobility, hearing impaired, counseling, and special education)
Laboratories, field sites, and other opportunities for real-life learning situations prepare students for excellence in their chosen careers; students can emerge uniquely qualified for work and success.

College of Fine Arts

Music, Art, Theatre
Our students go on to distinguished careers all over the world in studio art, music performance, acting and directing, university and public school teaching, design, theatre technical work and arts management.

College of Forestry

Forestry, Environmental Science, Wildlife Management, Geographic Information Systems
Our graduates are leaders in ensuring the stewardship of the world's renewable resources

College of Liberal and Applied Arts and Sciences

English, Philosophy, History, Modern Languages, Psychology, Sociology, Geography, Public Administration, Political Science and Humanities.
A primary goal is to enable you to think creatively and critically, to identify and solve problems, and to develop and articulate rational and ethical positions.
Criminal Justice, Social Work, Communication, Radio, Television, Journalism
Develop your ability to make a difference in the workplace and meet today's social and economic concerns.

College of Science and Mathematics

Nursing, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Geology, Mathematics, Allied Health and Pre-Professional Programs (16): Dental, Medical, Law, Physical Therapy, Pharmacy; and Environmental Science
The faculty is well known and will provide real-world exploration and experience, as well as an understanding for success in the 21st century.

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