Baylor University

If you are thinking about applying to Baylor, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is February 1 and there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Students who apply to Baylor for the fall semester should anticipate a decision by April 10.

Baylor Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Baylor's admissions stats.

Baylor 2022	Admissions Statistics
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	39%
Mean SAT Score	1258
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	55%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	45%
Waitlist	Yes

Baylor University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Baylor University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Yes	November 1	December 15
Early Decision II	Yes	February 1	March 1
Early Action	Yes	November 1	January 15
Regular Decision	Yes	February 1	April 10

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Applying Early to Baylor?

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Baylor offers early decision and also offers early action. Early decision is binding, meaning you must attend if you are admitted, while early action allows you to apply early without committing.

🗓️ Early Decision I applications are due by November 1 EDI applicants should receive a decision by December 15.

🗓️ Early Decision II applications are due February 1. ED II Applicants will recieve their decision before March 1.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 1. Baylor will release EA admissions decisions no later than January 15.

Some students apply early to college because they believe it will increase their chances of getting in. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase your chance of being admitted, since it demonstrates your interest in a school.

➡️ Explore a list of some top colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Baylor University Admissions

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Transferring to Baylor University

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Baylor

In 2022, Baylor waitlisted 968 students and 253 accepted a place on the waitlist. Of those, 3 eventually received an admissions offer.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Baylor?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Baylor

What does Baylor consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with Baylor for more information on admission factors.

Baylor Application Requirements

To apply to Baylor, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Baylor's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement			√
Interview
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Baylor?

Baylor has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

Out of all students that were admitted, 52% submitted a class rank. At Baylor 39% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 72% were in the top 25% and 94% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Baylor University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	––
3.75 and 3.99	––
3.50 and 3.74	––
3.25 and 3.49	––
3.00 and 3.24	––
2.50 and 2.9	––
2.00 and 2.49	––

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Baylor directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Baylor looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Baylor has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 55% of Baylor's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 45% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Baylor?

To be competitive with other Baylor applicants, you should aim to score between 1170 and 1350 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Baylor 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1350 and 25% of scored lower than 1170, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Baylor student is 1258.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Baylor students scored 680 or higher and 75% of students scored 580 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Baylor students scored 670 or higher, and 75% scored a 580 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Baylor?

To be most competitive at Baylor, you should strive to earn between 25 and 32 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 32 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Baylor's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 32, and three out of four students scored lower than 32 on the ACT.

A 25 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Baylor students. Only one out of every four students scored below 25.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Baylor University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Baylor.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is June 1. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Baylor during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Baylor Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Baylor?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Baylor.

Does Baylor accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Baylor accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Baylor?

❌ No, Baylor is test optional, so you can decide if you want to to submit your test scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you should strongly consider submitting them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Baylor's acceptance rate?

✅ Baylor has an acceptance rate of 57%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Baylor?

✅ Baylor offers early decision but the school has not provided an acceptance rate.

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