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Baylor University

Waco, TX • private • CSS Profile • STARS • I | Big 12 | FBS
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Acceptance
51.0%
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Grad Rate
80%
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Cost
$74,912
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Rankings
US News history

Overview

Institution Type
private
Campus Setting
Urban
Student Population
Undergrad: 16,036 • Total: 23,100
Academic Calendar
Semester
Honors College/Program
Yes
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Address
1311 South 5th Street
Waco, TX
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Website
baylor.edu
Region
Southwest
Carnegie Classification
R2: Doctoral Universities – High Research Activity

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 6,465 (40.3%) • Female: 9,571 (59.7%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 1,379 8.6%
Black/African American 847 5.3%
Hispanic/Latino 2,671 16.7%
White 9,634 60.1%
Two or More Races 814 5.1%
International 518 3.2%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
51.0%
20,262 admitted from 39,735 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
Sometimes Required
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 610-700
Math: 600-700
Total: 1210-1400
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
27-32
Application Types Offered
EA ED I RD
Application Requirements
STARS Required
Self-reported transcript system
Financial Aid Forms
CSS Profile Required
Deadlines
EA: 11/01/2025
ED I: 11/01/2025
RD: 02/01/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
80.2%
4-Year Graduation Rate
69.7%
Freshman Retention Rate
91.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
13.7:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
$74,912
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
Tuition: $58,100
Room & Board
$15,314
Books & Supplies
$1,498
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $22,024
$30,001-48,000 $21,530
$48,001-75,000 $33,902
$75,001-110,000 $38,852
$110,001+ $47,895
Students Receiving Pell Grants
90%
Average Grant/Scholarship Aid
$49,727

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Conference
Big 12
Football
FBS
Men's Sports (6)
Baseball Basketball Football (FBS) Golf Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
Women's Sports (9)
Basketball Equestrian Golf Gymnastics Soccer Softball Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements
2.8 GPA
In-State Awards
$1,000-$32,000/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$1,000-$32,000/yr
2 automatic scholarships (8 total)
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Common questions about Baylor University

What is Baylor University's acceptance rate?
Baylor University accepts 51% of applicants, from 39,735 applications.
How much does Baylor University cost?
Tuition and fees are $58,100. Families earning under $30,000 pay $22,024 on average after aid.
Does Baylor University require SAT or ACT scores?
Baylor University requires test scores from some applicants.
What ACT score do you need for Baylor University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 27 and 32 on the ACT.
What is Baylor University's graduation rate?
80% of students graduate within six years.