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Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) · Nacogdoches, Texas · Public university

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NCAA ISouthland Conference
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Acceptance rate94%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate53%finish within six years
Undergraduates10,472Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty16 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Stephen F. Austin State University Football coaches

Coaches at Stephen F. Austin State University who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.

Colby CarthelHead Coach
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Ty WarrenDefensive Line / Run Game Coordinator / Assistant Head Coach
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Caid FaskeDefensive Coordinator
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Athletics

The program

Where Stephen F. Austin State University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Southland Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
sfajacks.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 970–1170
ACTMiddle 50%: 18–24

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Popular majors

AccountingArt/Art Studies, GeneralAudiology/AudiologistBanking and Financial Support ServicesBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
16 : 1
Graduation rate
53% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

In-state tuitionFor Texas residents$7,842
Out-of-state tuition$17,682
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$14,959
Campus

Where it is

Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches.

Location
Nacogdoches, Texas
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Central
Website
sfasu.edu
Overview

About Stephen F. Austin State University Football

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Colby Carthel, the Head Coach, leads the Stephen F. Austin State University Football staff of 32 coaches, verified September 2026. Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) competes in NCAA Division I Football as a member of the Southland Conference. Stephen F. Austin State University is a large public school in Nacogdoches, Texas with 10,472 undergraduates, a 94% acceptance rate and an average net price of $14,959 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Stephen F. Austin State University Football

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Colby Carthel, the Head Coach and Ty Warren, the Defensive Line / Run Game Coordinator / Assistant Head Coach. Stephen F. Austin State University has 32 coaches for Football, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, 40-yard dash and key stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Colby can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Stephen F. Austin State University typically score 970–1170 on the SAT and 18–24 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Stephen F. Austin State University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Stephen F. Austin State University Football FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Stephen F. Austin State University D1?

Yes. Stephen F. Austin State University competes in NCAA Division I Football, in the Southland Conference.

Is Stephen F. Austin State University public or private?

Stephen F. Austin State University is a public school in Nacogdoches, Texas.

What conference is Stephen F. Austin State University Football in?

The Southland Conference.

Does Stephen F. Austin State University offer athletic scholarships for Football?

Stephen F. Austin State University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Stephen F. Austin State University Football have?

32 coaches, led by Colby Carthel, the Head Coach.

How much does Stephen F. Austin State University cost?

In-state tuition is $7,842 and out-of-state tuition is $17,682 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $14,959.

What is the Stephen F. Austin State University acceptance rate?

94% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Stephen F. Austin State University?

Admitted students typically score 970–1170 on the SAT and 18–24 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Stephen F. Austin State University Football coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified September 2026