Baylor University

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Baylor University was $51,738 a year.

In 2022, tuition increased 3%–from $50,232 the prior year. Usually, college tuition rises about 3% year.

Remember, the advertized cost of tuition doesn't mean much if you plan to use financial aid to help pay for college. Many students owe much less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. Plus, student loans can make theactual cost of attending college more manageable until you're done with college.

Baylor University: In-state vs. Out-of-State Tuition

Baylor University is a private, religious institution, which means it has the same tuition for students from Texas as it does for residents from other states.

Public schools receive funds from the state to help them cover costs. These institutions offer a lower cost of attendance for those who qualify as Texas residents.

Choosing a college where you qualify for in-state residency can cut the cost of college tuition. Don't forget to check your state's guidelines for how to qualify for in-state tuition. Each state has different requirements to qualify as in-state resident. The most common requirement is that students must have lived in the state for a full year before starting school. There may be other criteria as well, depending on the state you and your parents currently live in.

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Tuition for International Students at Baylor University

Baylor has the same tuition for international students as for those from out of state.

Students from outside of the U.S. usually do not qualify for for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but may be eligible for private or school-specific aid and scholarships. International students who demonstrate financial need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at Baylor:

•Athletic Awards •Baylor-specific scholarships

International students without financial need may be eligible for merit-based institutional scholarships and athletic awards.

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Baylor University Housing Expenses, Fees, and More

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Tuition is not the only cost of attending college; there are other costs associated with college, like room and board, facility fees, and books and supplies. Let's take a look at what impacts these costs, and what to expect at Baylor.

House and Food Costs at Baylor

Room and board at Baylor costs $13,764 a year. This covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, plus a meal plan that allows you to eat all or some of your meals the Baylor's on-campus cafeterias and dining halls. Students who live off campus but would like to be able to eat in the campus dining can choose to be on a meal plan. The cost of board-only is $8,296.

Meal-plan costs vary based on on how many meals are included in the plan you choose.

Cost of Books at Baylor

The cost of books often surprises first-year college students. The actual cost of books depends on the courses you take and the materials required. To save money, many students choose to use books from the library or buy books from students who have already taken the course.

Annual Fees

The majority of colleges charge some yearly fees to help cover the cost of facilties, like the computer labs and libraries, athletic facilities, and more.

Keep in mind, there could also be additional fees associated with participating in certain activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or participating in sports or other extracurriculars. Many schools offer ways so that those who may struggle to participate because of cost can find ways to lower or eliminate these fees.

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: Transportation costs at Baylor

The total cost of transportation in college depends on a few key factors. Will you drive, fly, or take public transportation to school? Will you need to pay to park on-campus? Is the campus easy to get around on foot? Do you own a car, or will you need to use public transportation? All of these factors can make a big difference in your estimated cost of transportation. Keeping in mind, first-year students are allowed to park a car on campus.

A school's location can also have a big effect on transportation costs. Small, rural schools may be easier to get around, but the cost of getting to campus may be higher. On the other hand getting around in a city is usually expensive, but cities may offer more trains, busses and affordable flights to actually get to school. The Baylor University campus is located in a urban setting in Texas, not far from Dallas-Fort Worth.

Other Costs

When creating a budget for college, don’t forget to consider personal expenses, like going out to eat or see shows, furnishing your living space, and things like haircuts, clothes and, yes, even toilet paper and shampoo.

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The Full Cost of Attending Baylor University

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Now, let’s look at the breakdown of all expenses, to get a better idea of the actual cost of attending Baylor.

Total Cost of Baylor

What will the cost of attending Baylor be? Here is a breakdown of tuition and expenses.

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$51,738
Room and Board	$13,764
Board Only	$5,844
Other expenses	$2,112

The total estimated cost will vary depending on whether you are going to live on-campus or off-campus.

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$68,764
Off-Campus	$60,844

The breakdowns above provide a good estimate of the total cost of attendance before financial aid and scholarships. Tuition and fees may vary depending on program, course level, location, and more.

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Financial Aid at Baylor University

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In 2022, 7,476 of the 15,191 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Baylor meets 65.7% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $34,382 a year. Around 48% of Baylor undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Baylor graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $44,425 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$21,594
State Loans	$65,273
Baylor-Specific Loans	$8,750
Private Loans	$54,959

Most Common Loans for Baylor Students
Federal Loans	46%
State loans	5%
Private loans	15%

Most students take out institutional or government loans, because they tend to have lower interest rates and more flexible repayment options than private loans. Loans from the federal government can be subsidized or unsubsidized. Subsidized loans do not accrue interest during school, while unsubsidized loans begin accruing interest at the time the loan is issued. If students do no qualify for enough federal loans to cover the cost of tuition, some take out private loans. Parents can also take out ParentPLUS loans, which are government loans for parents who are helping their children pay for college.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) helps colleges determine how much financial need students and their familes have, so they can offer a financial aid package that meets, or come close to meeting, their need. For more information on Baylor financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Baylor University

Some students may receive grants and scholarships to help pay for college. Unlike loans, scholarships and grants do not have to be paid back.

In 2022, Baylor awarded 7,158 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $196.1 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $118.83 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Net Cost of Baylor University

The net price of college is the actual cost of attending a school for one year. Net cost is calculated by subtracting any scholarships, grants or other aid that does not need to be paid back from the total cost. Student loans are not part of the calculation, because they need to be repaid.

Now that we have a sense of the total estimated costs for Baylor students, we can subtract the average financial aid package to find the estimated net cost. Net cost can vary depending on a students’ need and the financial aid award received.

When considering whether a school fits your budget, it is important to consider the estimated net cost, not just the sticker price of tuition. Often, schools with the highest tuition also offer the most generous aid packages, so estimate your net cost before eliminating a school because it does fit your budget.

The average amount of financial aid received by a full-time first year student with demonstrated need at Baylor was $34,382 in 2022. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Baylor seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$34,382
Off-Campus	$26,462

What will attending Baylor really cost you? The answer depends on several factors.

As of 2011, colleges are required to have a net price calculator on their website to help prospective students and their families make more informed decisions about the actual cost of attending that school, based on their financial situation. You can find the Baylor's net cost calculator on their website.

Baylor University Tuition Payment Plans

Some students choose to use payment plans to make the cost of tuition fit more comfortably in their budget.

Baylor offers an Installment Payment Plan, which allows students to pay tuition in a series of smaller chunks instead of one lump sum.

Baylor Tuition Waivers

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to make attending more affordable. Some schools offer tuition waivers for employees and their family members, underrepresented students, or military students. Even with a tuition waiver, students are usually responsible for housing, meal plans, and other expenses.

Baylor has some full or partial tuition waivers available for: - Employees or Children of Employees

Check the financial aid website for more information on payment plans and tuition waivers.

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