Strong graduate outcomes — known for business
Baylor University is a private institution in Waco with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1313, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 15K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
80% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $65,793 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $41,942.
Established
1845
Motto
Pro Ecclesia, Pro Texana, Pro Mundo
Mascot
Judge Indy and Judge Belle (live bears)Bruiser and Marigold (costumed)
Type
Private research university
Division
Division I
51%Acceptance
1313SAT Avg
15,007Students
15:1Student:Faculty
80%Grad Rate
$65,793Earnings 10yr
$41,942Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate51.0%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1313
Reading & WritingMid: 625
610700
MathMid: 630
600700
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 29
2732
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$54,844
Room & Board$14,235
Books & Supplies$1,438
Total Cost of Attendance$70,130
Average Net Price$41,942
Median Debt at Graduation$23,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$244
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$30,674
$30–48K$30,348
$48–75K$32,236
$75–110K$37,708
$110K+$47,442
Programs (177)
Student Body
Undergrads
15,007
Gender Split
60% / 40%
Women / Men
First Generation
17%
Pell Grant Recipients
13%
Race & Ethnicity
White 61%
Black 5%
Hispanic 16%
Asian 9%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 3%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate80.2%
Freshman Retention90.6%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$56,532
8 Years$61,504
10 Years$65,793
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$53,300
Men
$65,900
More About This School
Varsity Sports — from women
Rankings
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia