Wayland Baptist University
Overview
Student Population
4,847| Location | Plainview, Texas |
| Online | wbu.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Religious Affiliation | Southern Baptist |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Plainview, Texas, Wayland Baptist University is a small four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Southern Baptist faith. In the most recent statistical year 645 prospective students applied, and 637 were granted admission. Of those admitted 297 enrolled in the school. 1,068 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 3,779 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2017/2018, excluding room and board, is $18,780 plus fees of $1,290. Wayland Baptist University is ranked 1422 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2019 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Extremely Easy| SAT | 990/1130 |
| ACT | 17/23 |
| GPA | 3.24 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
$18,780| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $1,290 |
| Room and Board | $7,992 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,256 |
| Total One Year Cost | $33,318 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$44,800 per yearBachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
37% within 6 yearsPopular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 40% |
| Business | 35% |
| Human Services | 7% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 5% |
| Education | 4% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=229780 IPEDS survey data for Wayland Baptist University.
