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51%
Open Admissions
81%
Graduation
About Baylor University
Baylor University is a private, non-profit four-year institution located in Waco, Texas. With an enrollment of approximately 15,007 undergraduate students, it is a mid-size institution. With an acceptance rate of 51%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate stands at a strong 81%. Graduates earn a median salary of $65,793 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $41,942 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
51%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
81%
Enrollment
15,007
Total students
Median Earnings
$65,793
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$54,844
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$54,844
Per year
Average Net Price
$41,942
After aid (avg)
SAT Range (M+R)
1210–1400
25th–75th percentile
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
ACT Score Range
27 – 32
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
25th
1210
Median
1280
75th
1400
4001600
SAT Math
25th
600
Median
630
75th
700
200800
ACT Composite
25th
27
Median
29
75th
32
136
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$54,844/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$41,942/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Below Avg4-Year Cost
$167,768
10-Year Earnings
$657,930
ROI Multiple
3.9×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at Baylor University
Student Outcomes
81%
Graduation Rate
Above national average
$66k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
15,007
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
