Campus Vibe
Known for business
Taylor University is a private institution in Upland with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 1232, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.9K undergraduates with a 14:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.
77% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $52,198 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $24,327.
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News & Alerts
Taylor University Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
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
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1232
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
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
67.4%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$15,500
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
12
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (62)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
91%
- •91% 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
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
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Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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Varsity Sports — Trojans
History & Fun Facts
- •History Founding In 1846, Taylor University was originally established as Fort Wayne Female College in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
- •In the first full year of the school, about 100 women were enrolled, paying $22.
- •Fort Wayne Female College was founded by the Methodist Church as an all-female school.
- •In 1850, Fort Wayne Female College started admitting men coeducationally and changed its name to Fort Wayne College.
- •In the spring of 1893, White negotiated an agreement between the trustees of the now-named Taylor University and the Upland Land Company.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average
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