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Bakke Graduate University

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Dallas, Texas 75243-7039

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Private urban college in Dallas

Bakke Graduate University is a private urban institution in Dallas, Texas. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

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News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Bakke Graduate University Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions Intel

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition—

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

35.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

16

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

4

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

1

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

2

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

4

Drug Arrests

3

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (6)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

85%

Mixed
  • •85% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
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Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

DFW Dallas-Fort Worth17 mi
OKC Oklahoma City179 mi
AUS Austin194 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1543 mi · ~44h 35m drive
New York, NY1364 mi · ~39h 24m drive
Hartford, CT1451 mi · ~41h 55m drive
Providence, RI1515 mi · ~43h 46m drive
Albany, NY1419 mi · ~41h drive
Syracuse, NY1318 mi · ~38h 5m drive
Rochester, NY1256 mi · ~36h 17m drive
Buffalo, NY1190 mi · ~34h 23m drive
Philadelphia, PA1291 mi · ~37h 18m drive
Pittsburgh, PA1062 mi · ~30h 41m drive
Harrisburg, PA1211 mi · ~34h 59m drive
Newark, NJ1356 mi · ~39h 10m drive
Washington, DC1176 mi · ~33h 58m drive
Baltimore, MD1205 mi · ~34h 49m drive
Atlanta, GA716 mi · ~20h 41m drive
Charlotte, NC924 mi · ~26h 42m drive
Raleigh, NC1051 mi · ~30h 22m drive
Miami, FL1111 mi · ~32h 6m drive
Orlando, FL960 mi · ~27h 44m drive
Tampa, FL917 mi · ~26h 29m drive
Nashville, TN611 mi · ~17h 39m drive
New Orleans, LA443 mi · ~12h 48m drive
Richmond, VA1134 mi · ~32h 46m drive
Chicago, IL797 mi · ~23h 1m drive
Detroit, MI992 mi · ~28h 39m drive
Minneapolis, MN855 mi · ~24h 42m drive
St. Louis, MO540 mi · ~15h 36m drive
Kansas City, MO446 mi · ~12h 53m drive
Indianapolis, IN756 mi · ~21h 50m drive
Columbus, OH906 mi · ~26h 10m drive
Cleveland, OH1018 mi · ~29h 25m drive
Milwaukee, WI849 mi · ~24h 32m drive
Dallas, TX9 mi · ~16 min drive
Houston, TX231 mi · ~6h 40m drive
Austin, TX191 mi · ~5h 31m drive
San Antonio, TX261 mi · ~7h 32m drive
Los Angeles, CA1239 mi · ~35h 48m drive
San Francisco, CA1480 mi · ~42h 45m drive
San Diego, CA1183 mi · ~34h 11m drive
Seattle, WA1676 mi · ~48h 25m drive
Portland, OR1628 mi · ~47h 2m drive
Denver, CO658 mi · ~19h 1m drive
Phoenix, AZ886 mi · ~25h 36m drive
Salt Lake City, UT996 mi · ~28h 46m drive
Honolulu, HI3792 mi · ~109h 33m drive
Southern (mild winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW)17 miles
Rental car
26 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
34 min$20-34
Oklahoma City (OKC)179 miles
Rental car
269 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
358 min$215-358

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