Stephen F Austin State University

What Stephen F Austin State University does

Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) is a comprehensive public university founded in 1923 and headquartered in Nacogdoches, Texas, operating as a member of the University of Texas System. The institution serves approximately 10,000+ students across six academic colleges, offering 120+ areas of undergraduate study and 50+ graduate programs (46 master's and 4 doctoral). SFA distributes education through on-campus residential programs, 32 fully online degree programs delivered via SFA Online, transfer articulation pathways, international student recruitment, and veteran/military-connected services. Core technology infrastructure consists of standard higher-ed platforms including the mySFA student portal, Brightspace by D2L for learning management, Banner for student information, Cayuse for research administration, and DegreeWorks for academic planning.

Name

Stephen F Austin State University

Legal name

Stephen F. Austin State University

Website

https://sfasu.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1923

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Stephen F. Austin State University is a public, UT-System member university in Nacogdoches, Texas, serving roughly 10,000+ undergraduate and graduate students through residential, online, and distance programs across six academic colleges.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Online Divisions of Traditional Universities (Hybrid/Extension) (EDAHALAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Undergraduate Teacher Education Colleges (EDAHAFAA), University/College Continuing Education (Extension) Programs (EDAAAEAA)

Keywords

• Higher education
• Undergraduate degrees
• Graduate programs
• Online learning
• Student services

Headquarters

HQ city

Nacogdoches

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Primary revenue stream from undergraduate and graduate tuition, with rates varying by residency status. Texas residents pay approximately $12,938 per year in tuition/fees; out-of-state students pay approximately $25,774 per year.
2. Auxiliary Services: Revenue from on-campus housing, dining services, and student facilities including residence halls, meal plans, and the Baker Pattillo Student Center.
3. Donations and Charitable Giving: Private donations, endowed scholarships, and alumni giving programs. Approximately 90% of donations support students and academic programs.
4. Research Grants and Sponsored Programs: External funding from federal, state, and private sources supporting faculty research. SFA receives over $17 million annually in research funding.

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Stephen F. Austin State University is a comprehensive public university delivering undergraduate and graduate degree programs across six academic colleges through on-campus instruction in Nacogdoches, Texas, and through SFA Online's 32 fully online degree programs. The university supplements instruction with student support services including the AARC tutoring center, the Mast Student Investment Roundtable, the Steen Library, summer camps, and auxiliary services such as on-campus housing and dining.

Product overview

Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) is a comprehensive public university offering educational services through a combination of on-campus and online programs. The university's product portfolio includes SFA Online with more than 32 fully online degree programs (including ranked programs such as Master of Education in Educational Leadership ranked in top 1% nationally, and Master of Education in Early Childhood ranked third most affordable), the mySFA student portal, Desire2Learn (Brightspace) learning management system, Banner student information system, and DegreeWorks academic planning tool. Additional services include the Mast Student Investment Roundtable (managing a $2.73 million student portfolio), Academic Assistance and Resource Center (AARC) tutoring services, Steen Library digital archives, and Summer Camps programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SFA Online: Online degree programs and courses offered by the university
• SFAJacks
• Nelson Rusche College of Business
• Micky Elliott College of Fine Arts
• Arthur Temple College of Forestry and Agriculture

Products and services

• SFA Online Degree Programs 32 fully online degree programs and online courses delivered via Brightspace by D2L, serving working adults, remote learners, and graduate students who need flexible scheduling. Includes top-ranked programs such as Master of Education in Educational Leadership (top 1% nationally), M.A. in Mass Communication (#1 in affordability), and M.Ed. in Early Childhood (third most affordable in the nation).
• SFA Summer Camps Youth summer camps offered by SFA to the Nacogdoches community covering art, sports, music, science, theatre, and career exploration. The programs are designed for K-12 students and provide exposure to university facilities and faculty.
• Academic Assistance and Resource Center (AARC) Tutoring Free peer-tutoring and academic support service used by 4,000+ SFA students annually with 150+ trained peer tutors. Reports an 86% success rate for students who use tutoring five or more times and a 91% course pass rate for same-subject tutoring.
• Mast Student Investment Roundtable Student-managed investment program through which members manage a real portfolio of approximately $2.73 million with the goal of outperforming S&P 500 index returns. Available to SFA students in the Nelson Rusche College of Business as a hands-on applied-learning offering.
• Steen Library Services University library providing research resources, archives, digital collections, study rooms, and access to academic databases for SFA students, faculty, and staff.
• On-Campus Housing and Dining Residential and dining services for SFA students, including residence halls, meal plans, and the Baker Pattillo Student Center. Upgrades include approximately 200,000 square feet of new construction for dining and academic facilities over the next two years.
• Research and Sponsored Programs Faculty and student research supported by external funding from federal, state, and private sources, administered by the Office of Research and Graduate Studies via Cayuse. SFA receives over $17 million in annual research funding that supports undergraduate and graduate research opportunities.
• Campus Visit and Showcase Saturday Program In-person campus tour program including Jack Walker-led tours, Showcase Saturday events, and group tours for high schools (capacity up to 100 students), plus virtual Jack Chat information sessions covering financial aid, campus living, and admissions benefits.
• International Programs and Study Abroad International student recruitment, study abroad programs (10 faculty-led programs, 13 destinations, 162 students), and global exchange through the Office of International Programs. SFA's NC-SARA membership enables distance education reciprocity across U.S. states.

Quantifiable outcome

• 86% success rate for students who use AARC tutoring five or more times
• +5 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Keep Nacogdoches Beautiful and Open Door Care MinistriesminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 June 2026Community partnership for collecting usable items, demonstrating SFA's engagement with local organizations and commitment to community service.
• Texas A&M UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 May 2026Collaboration on sustainable agriculture education; both institutions offer master's programs in sustainable agriculture with shared focus on soil health, water conservation, and agroecology. Students benefit from shared research opportunities and extension outreach through 4-H partnerships.
• Texas Tech UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 May 2026Collaboration on sustainable agriculture master's programs with shared curricula focusing on climate-resilient farming and agricultural innovation.
• Sam Houston State UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 May 2026Partnership in sustainable agriculture education through Texas universities consortium offering master's programs with youth agronomy initiatives.
• Prairie View A&M UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 May 2026Partnership in sustainable agriculture education as part of Texas universities consortium with shared focus on agricultural development.
• Texas Bankers AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 March 2026Rich Perez, VP of Texas Bankers Association, presented on digital assets at SFA's Chadwick Banking Program career day, educating students and local bankers on cryptocurrency, stablecoins, and tokenized deposits. The partnership supports banking education and awareness of regulatory issues.
• McNeese State UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 December 2025Athletic conference rival and tournament opponent in Southland Conference. SFA women's basketball defeated McNeese (71-59) to win Southland Conference Tournament and earn NCAA Tournament berth. McNeese had 21-game win streak and program record for wins.
• Hockey Hall of Fame (Toronto)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 August 2025Educational site visit during SFA study abroad program to Canada. Students explored sports business and entrepreneurship through this cultural and educational attraction.
• Toronto Blue JaysminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 August 2025SFA business students attended a Toronto Blue Jays game during study abroad trip to Canada as part of sports business educational experience.

Scale indicators18 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Sam Houston State University: Another mid-sized Texas public university with comparable comprehensive and online program portfolios. Named as an SFA consortium partner on sustainable agriculture master's programs, indicating very similar institutional scale and mission.
• Lamar University: Texas public regional university with similar enrollment size, graduate program breadth, and online degree offerings. Competes with SFA for transfer students and adult learners in Southeast Texas.
• Tarleton State University: UT System member with comparable size and academic profile, including online programs and similar tuition structure. Direct competitor for in-state and online enrollments.
• Prairie View A&M University: Texas public university referenced as an SFA consortium partner on sustainable agriculture education. Comparable regional scale with overlapping student segments and mission.
• University of Texas at Tyler: Another UT System peer institution with similar program mix, regional draw, and online offerings. Competes for transfer, graduate, and online students in Texas.
• McNeese State University: Louisiana regional public university at a comparable institutional size. Documented SFA athletic rival (Southland Conference), indicating similar enrollment scale and recruiting market.

Broad incumbents

• Texas A&M University: Texas flagship public university and documented SFA consortium partner on sustainable agriculture master's programs. Much larger scale, but competes for top in-state students and research funding.
• Texas Tech University: Texas public research university referenced as an SFA consortium partner on sustainable agriculture curricula. Larger scale competing for in-state undergraduates and online learners.
• University of North Texas: Larger Texas public university with comparable graduate and online program breadth. Competes with SFA for transfer and graduate students across North Texas.

Regional players

• Northwestern State University of Louisiana: Comparable regional state university in neighboring Louisiana, similar scale and mission. Competes in border-region recruiting for in-state students in both states.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/sfasu
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/SFAVideo
• Facebookfacebook.com/32604451786
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/stephen-f.-austin-state-university
• Instagraminstagram.com/sfasu

Compliance5 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors2 records

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M&A

Investments

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