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| Location | Upland, Indiana |
| Online | taylor.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Religious Affiliation | Interdenominational |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Taylor University, located in the rural town of Upland, Indiana, approximately 70 miles northeast of Indianapolis, is a private evangelical Christian liberal arts institution established in 1846. The 250-acre campus features a mix of historic and modern facilities, including its signature Rice Bell Tower and the Euler Science Complex. As a selective institution, Taylor maintains a comprehensive liberal arts curriculum with notable programs in professional writing, elementary education, and engineering, while emphasizing faith integration across all academic disciplines. Students are required to live on campus in residential halls organized around distinctive community-building practices, including mandatory chapel attendance and a unique "Life Together Covenant" that shapes campus culture. The university competes in the NAIA Crossroads League with recognized strength in track and field.
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Taylor University is rated within the top 40% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Taylor University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#393 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#283 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#12 in Best Colleges in Indiana
#10 in Best Private Colleges in Indiana
#296 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#12 in Best Value Colleges in Indiana
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1070/1340 |
| ACT | 23/30 |
| GPA | 3.87 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,100 |
| Other Fees | $964 |
| Room and Board | $10,888 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,400 |
| Total One Year Cost | $53,492 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 13% |
| Education | 12% |
| Theology and Religious Vvocations | 9% |
| Psychology | 9% |
| English and Literature | 8% |
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Last updated February 24, 2025