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Baylor University
Waco,
TX
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate46%
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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’s most popular campus tradition is Dr. Pepper Hour, which occurs weekly. Students gather together and drink Dr. Pepper together and even make Dr. Pepper floats! Students who attend more than 10 meetings are even inducted into the Dr. Pepper Hour VIP Club!
What the CC Community is saying about Baylor
“Baylor is dry ON campus as it is a private Christian university.”
Baylor University is a private, religious university in the city of Waco, Texas. Baylor was founded in 1845. The university enrolls around 20,709 students a year, including 15,213 undergraduates.
Baylor Acceptance Rate 2022
It is very difficult to get into Baylor. Around 46% of applicants get into Baylor each year. In 2022, 18,697 out of 40,724 total applicants were accepted.
| Baylor University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 46% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | 30% |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA Offered but % not available |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 57% |
Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.
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Baylor University is located in the city of Waco, Texas, near 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
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 SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1170 - 1360
Math SAT Range
580 - 690
Reading SAT Range
590 - 680
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1360 and Above
Good
1170 to 1360
Avg
1170 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for Baylor students is 1267. Applicants with SAT scores of 1360 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Baylor, while applicants with SAT scores between 1170 to 1360 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
$69,222
In State$69,222
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$54,844
$54,844
Fees
Unknown
Unknown
Housing
$14,378
$14,378
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Baylor is like? There are approximately 20,709 students enrolled at Baylor, including 15,213 undergraduate students and 5,496 graduate students. 98% percent of students attend school full-time, 61% percent are from TX and 39% percent of students are from other states.
98%
Full Time2%
Part Time61%
In State39%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
20,709
Campus Setting
Urban
Acceptance Rate
46%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Feb 1
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