38%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 14,442 |
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| Declined | + 22,641 |
| Total Received | 37,083 |
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| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| Texas Christian University | Fort Worth, TX |
| University of Mary Hardin–Baylor | Belton, TX |
| Stanford University | Stanford, CA |
| Texas A&M University — College Station | College Station, TX |
| University of Texas at Dallas | Richardson, TX |
| Harvard University | Cambridge, MA |
| Dallas Baptist University | Dallas, TX |
| Houston Baptist University | Houston, TX |
| Abilene Christian University | Abilene, TX |
| Duke University | Durham, NC |
| SAT | 6032 |
|---|---|
| ACT | 4062 |
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Baylor, founded in 1845, is a church-affiliated university. Undergraduate programs are offered through the College of Arts and Sciences, the Hankamer School of Business, the Honors College, the Schools of Education, Engineering and Computer Science, Music, Nursing, and Social Work. Its 1,000-acre campus is located in a residential area of Waco.
| Public/private | Private (nonprofit) |
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| Campus Enrollment | 17,059 |
| Established in | 1845 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Founded Coeducational College |
| Religious affiliation | Baptist |
| Accredited by |
• ABA (American Bar Association) • ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc.) • ACEHSA (Accrediting Commission on Education for Health Services Administration) • APA (American Psychological Association) • ASHA (American Speech-Language-Hearing Association) • CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education) • CSAB (Computing Sciences Accreditation Board) • CSWE (Council on Social Work Education) • NASM (National Association of Schools of Music) • NCATE (National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education) • NLN (National League for Nursing) • SACS (Southern Assn. of Colleges and Schools) |
1,000-acre, suburban campus in Waco (population: 134,432), 90 miles from Dallas-Fort Worth and 105 miles from Austin; nursing branch campus in Dallas. Served by air and bus; train serves McGregor (20 miles). Public transportation serves campus.
Baylor University
1 Bear Place
Waco, TX 76798
| Application fee | |
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| Common application accepted | yes |
| Application deadline |
November 1 (priority deadline) February 1 |
| School has early decision program | no |
| School has early action program | yes |
| Early action program application deadline | November 1 |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Uknown |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT or ACT Required |
38%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 14,442 |
|---|---|
| Declined | + 22,641 |
| Total Received | 37,083 |
Class rank
Secondary school record
Standardized test scores
Alumni/ae relationship
Character/ personal qualities
Essay
Extracurricular activities
Particular talent/ability
Recommendations
Volunteer Work
Work Experience
Geographical residence
Interview
Minority affiliation
Religious affiliation/commitment
State residency
Jessica King Gereghty
Director of Admissions
P: 800 229-5678
F: 254 710-3436
admissions@baylor.edu
| Tuition | $41,194 |
| Room | $6,120 |
| Board | $4,954 |
| Additional fees | $4,348 |
| Books & supplies | $1,230 |
| Total | $57,846 |
|---|---|
| Average Financial Aid | - $30,498 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $27,348 |
67%
$30,498
Need-based
| Federal | $13,002,687 |
| State | $9,330,416 |
| Institutional | $155,147,514 |
| Other external | $4,149,851 |
| Total | $181,630,468 |
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Non-need-based
| Federal | |
| State | |
| Institutional | $81,167,807 |
| Other external | $1,820,140 |
| Total | $82,987,947 |
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Transfer applicants accepted
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Applicants accepted who enroll
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| High school transcript | Required of All |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Required of Some |
| Interview | Not Required/Recommended |
| Standardized test scores | Required of Some |
| Essay or personal statement | Recommended of Some |
Minimum transfers must complete
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Not Reported
90%
| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 55 |
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| Countries most often represented |
China Mexico Nigeria South Korea Taiwan Vietnam |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
English lab Host family program International student center Special counselors/advisors Special orientation |
Alexine Burke
International Student Advisor
254 710-1461
alexine_burke@baylor.edu
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