Baylor University

Waco, Texas

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Baylor is a private Baptist university in Waco, Texas, established in 1845. Known for both its exceptional academic programs and powerhouse of athletic teams, Baylor offers its students a well-rounded education.

Get to know Baylor University

14,188

Degree-Seeking Undergraduates

Enrolled female students

60%

Enrolled male students

40%

Gender Ratio

Full-time students

99%

Part-time students

Full-time to Part-time Ratio

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Retention rate

Full-time faculty

78%

Adjuncts

22%

Faculty Ratio

14:1

Student/teacher ratio

$42,842

Full-time tuition cost

4-year graduation rate

5-year graduation rate

6-year graduation rate

Acceptance rate

Out-of-state students

College Highlights

Engaged Students

Great Teaching

Vibrant Communities

Successful Outcomes

Admission & Aid

Engaged Students

A Baylor education incorporates academic excellence with Christian values. Students are encouraged to actively participate in their college education by learning how to draw conclusions and think critically. Baylor students are pushed to challenge their surroundings so that they may better understand their full academic potential.

A CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
Baylor’s commitment to Christian values is an integral part of the educational experience. Students are taught to incorporate Christian morals into their professional roles, thus entering the workforce as well-rounded service men and women.

RESEARCH
Baylor is a top-tier research institution with a strong Christian commitment. This foundation drives research initiatives toward topics of social responsibility, economics, health, and personal and global identity. Professors and students work together to maximize information output. Baylor is committed to making a difference. The University’s facilities and instruments provide the ideal environment for new discoveries.

GLOBAL OPPORTUNITIES
Baylor offers its students several global studies options, including: study abroad, mission trips, international research, conferences, internships, exchange programs, and faculty-led programs.

ENROLLMENT BY ETHNICITY
Nonresident aliens: 3%
Hispanic/Latino: 16%
Black or African American, non-Hispanic: 6%
White, non-Hispanic: 63%
American Indian or Alaska Native, non-Hispanic: 0%
Asian, non-Hispanic: 7%
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, non-Hispanic: 0%
Two or more races, non-Hispanic: 5%
Race and/or ethnicity unknown: 0%

Great Teaching

Baylor professors are highly committed to their students. The student-to-faculty ratio is a low 14:1. There is an obvious dedication from Baylor professors who work to integrate the Christian values of the school with leadership skills.

TEACHING AND RESEARCH
Many of Baylor’s faculty work in two roles—professors and researches. While many of Baylor’s faculty engage in research projects and initiatives, they are equally as invested in the lives of the students. In many cases, students are an active part of the research process, a benefit often only afforded to graduate students.

Vibrant Communities

Baylor offers its students and faculty an active community, with numerous opportunities for involvement. Students have access to over 200 clubs and organizations, including national and local sororities and fraternities. Students also have the opportunity to give back to the community through one of the many service initiatives Baylor offers. The University is responsible for establishing the first chapter of Habitat for Humanity.

COMMUNITY IMPACT
Baylor embraces the words “Love thy neighbor” wholeheartedly. The University is committed to perpetuating the values of Christianity both in and out of the classroom. A student’s membership within the community is an integral part of their educational experience. Baylor offers service opportunities with organizations like Campus Kitchen and Texas Hunger Initiative.

ATHLETICS AND CAMPUS REC
Baylor has a vibrant athletic community. Students have several opportunities to join an intramural or competitive sport, as well as participate in fitness classes. Baylor’s Division I sports teams, give students the chance to cheer on their fellow peers all year long.

Successful Outcomes

Baylor students are prepared to enter the workforce upon graduation. Through a faculty commitment to faith and intellectual growth, students graduate as well-rounded individuals with an inclination toward service and professional development.

ALUMNI ACHIEVEMENTS
Baylor alumni have achieved great things. They have demonstrated their intellectual and service talents in every industry from politics to entertainment. Standout alumni have been Medal of Honor recipients, governors, prominent business men and women, and successful athletes.

Admission & Aid

Tuition & Cost

Tuition: $42,842
Fees: $4,522
Room & Board: $12,992

Admission

FRESHMAN PROFILE
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th Percentile: 600 | 75th Percentile: 680
SAT Math
25th Percentile: 590 | 75th Percentile: 690
ACT Composite
25th Percentile: 26 | 75th Percentile: 31
ACT Math
25th Percentile: 24 | 75th Percentile: 29
ACT English
25th Percentile: 25 | 75th Percentile: 34

Contact Baylor University

Contact Admissions

www.baylor.edu/admissions

Campus Location

Baylor University
Waco, TX 76798

1-800-229-5678