Austin College (Sherman, Texas)

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Austin College is a private liberal arts college affiliated with the Presbyterian Church USA.

The undergraduate student body of Austin College (typically referred to as "AC" by students and faculty) is limited to about 1,250. Most students are required to live on campus for the first three years, in an attempt to create a close-knit community. Austin College actively promotes various study abroad programs; 70% of students study abroad during their four years at the college. The college states that it attempts to foster the close interaction between the students and professors. Most of the professors at Austin college are focused on teaching, as opposed to research. They are not required to exhibit any particular strengths in their respective fields by publishing articles or books. The college maintains a 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio and the average class size is less than 25 students. The college has no teaching assistants, so regular faculty teach all levels of coursework.

Chartered in November 1849, it is the oldest college in Texas under original charter and name, as recognized by the State Historical Survey Committee.

www.austincollege.edu