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Colleges / Baylor University

Baylor University

Waco, TX 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate57%
Acceptance Rate57%

About Baylor

Baylor University, located in Waco, Texas, is a leading private Christian university where students find their calling in a supportive, energetic community. With a broad array of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs, Baylor fosters education that's informed by Christian values. The campus buzzes with Big 12 athletic events, vibrant arts performances, and a slew of student-led activities. Its dedication to research and scholarship creates a stimulating academic environment. Known for its active student life, caring community, and the iconic Pat Neff Hall glowing green for victories, Baylor University is a dynamic hub of academic excellence and spirited tradition.

Did You Know? 

Baylor University is home to the oldest continuously running university Homecoming parade in the world! The tradition began in 1909 and continues to be a major event on campus, featuring floats, bands, and an array of festivities. The weekend-long celebration is a testament to Baylor's vibrant community spirit and strong sense of tradition.

Baylor University is a private, religious institution in the city of Waco, Texas. Baylor was founded in 1845. The college currently enrolls around 20,626 students per year, including 15,191 undergraduates.

Baylor Acceptance Rate 2022

It is moderately difficult to get into Baylor. In 2022, Baylor accepted 57% of applicants. In 2022, 36,588 students applied to Baylor and 20,741 were admitted.

Baylor University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance
Overall Acceptance Rate 57%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate ED offered but % not available
Early Action Acceptance Rate EA Offered but % not available
Test Optional Yes
Applicants Submitting SAT scores 55%

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Baylor University is locatedin the city of Waco, Texas, in the city of Dallas-Fort Worth.

If you want to see Baylor for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 35 to Waco, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Waco Regional.

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College Info

1311 S 5th St. Waco, TX 76798

Campus Setting: Urban

Baylor Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Feb 1

Transfer Applications are Due

Jun 1

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Baylor is Feb 1.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Baylor is Jun 1.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

Baylor ACT Scores

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ACT Range

25 - 32

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

ACT Score

Estimated Chance

32 and Above

Good

25 to 32

Avg

25 and Less

Low

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ACT Scores Needed to Get Accepted

The median ACT score of an admitted student to Baylor is 28. Students with an ACT score of 32 and above have a good chance of getting into Baylor. Students with an ACT score that falls between 25 and 32 have an average chance of getting admitted, and students with an ACT score of 25 or below have a low chance of being offered admission.

Baylor SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

1170 - 1350

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Math SAT Range

580 - 680

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Reading SAT Range

580 - 670

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

SAT Score

Estimated Chance

1350 and Above

Good

1170 to 1350

Avg

1170 and Less

Low

SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted

The median SAT score for Baylor students is 1258. Applicants with SAT scores of 1350 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Baylor, while applicants with SAT scores between 1170 to 1350 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1170 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Baylor.

Baylor Tuition & Fees

Tuition & Fees

$66,652

In State

$66,652

Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$51,738
$51,738
Fees
Unknown
Unknown
Housing
$13,764
$13,764
Books
$1,150
$1,150

Student Life

Wondering what life at Baylor is like? There are approximately 20,626 students enrolled at Baylor, including 15,191 undergraduate students and 5,435 graduate students. 98% percent of students attend school full-time, 63% percent are from TX and 37% percent of students are from other states.

98%

Full Time

2%

Part Time

63%

In State

37%

Out-of-State

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

20,626

Campus Setting

Urban

Acceptance Rate

57%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$51,738

Out-of-State

$51,738

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Feb 1
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