Stephen F. Austin State University

Stephen F. Austin State University, the newest member of The University of Texas System, opened more than century ago as a teachers’ college in Texas’ oldest town — Nacogdoches. It has grown into a regional institution comprising six colleges — business, education, fine arts, forestry and agriculture, liberal and applied arts, and sciences and mathematics. The main campus encompasses 421 acres that include 37 academic facilities, nine residence halls, and 68 acres of recreational trails that wind through its six gardens.

The university is constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of nearly 11,000 students. Its comprehensive, student-focused curriculum includes a range of in-demand course delivery and program options, offering more than 120 undergraduate areas of study; over 40 master’s degrees; doctoral programs in education, forestry, school psychology and social work; as well as more than 30 fulStephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdochesly online degree programs. A wide variety of research options for undergraduate and graduate students include structured and creative projects and faculty-led research opportunities.

Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, SFA is credited with one of the top time-to-degree rates in Texas, boasting more students graduating sooner and more first-year students persisting in their studies.

SFA’s Micky Elliott College of Fine Arts is growing at record rates with graduate and undergraduate enrollment on the rise and a state-of-the-art facility which opened in 2023. Programs include the only Master of Music in sound recording technology program in Texas. Established in 2021, the university’s aviation sciences program qualifies “Flying Jacks” to serve as commercial pilots, private pilots, or in management positions with airlines, airports and private companies.

SFA’s students, alumni, faculty and staff make a significant contribution to life in and beyond Nacogdoches County. Students participate in various community service outreach projects, like The Big Event and MLK Day of Service, giving them the chance to partner with Nacogdoches organizations to give back to the community that strongly supports them.

Neighbors also enjoy access to SFA’s high-quality academic programs and the beautiful campus. East Texas residents enjoy year-round access to SFA’s exciting athletic events, fine arts performances and guest speaker lectures.

SFA’s legacy of preparing leaders for life after college includes more than 116,000 alumni, and the university continues to embody the spirit of Texas, celebrating traditions and delivering on SFA100a legacy of helping students reach their potential.

In 2023, we celebrated 100 Years of SFA's educational excellence and community partnerships.

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