Overview
Student Population
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| Location | Waco, Texas |
| Online | baylor.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Religious Affiliation | Baptist |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Waco, Texas, Baylor University is a large four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Baptist faith. In the most recent statistical year 36,588 prospective students applied, and 20,741 were granted admission. Of those admitted 4,271 enrolled in the school. 18,501 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,125 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $50,232 plus fees of $0. Baylor is ranked 155 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Baylor is rated within the top 27% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Baylor University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#155 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#118 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#7 in Best Colleges in Texas
#5 in Best Private Colleges in Texas
#428 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#16 in Best Value Colleges in Texas
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1160/1350 |
| ACT | 25/32 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.74 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Feb 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $0 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,302 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $13,274 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,318 |
| Total One Year Cost | $68,126 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 28% |
| Health Professions | 10% |
| Biology | 10% |
| Communication | 8% |
| Social Sciences | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=223232 IPEDS survey data for Baylor University.
Current students may use the Baylor University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.