At a glance
Average net price
$41,104
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
80.0%
Admission rate
51%
Undergrad size
14,785
In-state tuition
$58,100
Out-of-state tuition
$58,100
Cost of attendance
$74,226
Median earnings (10y)
$65,793
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,329
- ACT midpoint
- 29
- Retention
- 91.0%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
26 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by business (26%), health (20%), humanities & arts (19%).
- STEM16%
- Health20%
- Business26%
- Humanities & arts19%
- Social sciences16%
- Trades & services3%
- Business25.6%~3,781 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions19.8%~2,933 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~1,434 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication6.9%~1,014 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences6.7%~983 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology4.1%~606 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~602 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~528 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education3.2%~475 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~435 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering2.9%~427 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~245 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~163 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~155 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History1.1%~155 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~140 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English0.9%~132 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~120 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science0.7%~101 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics0.7%~101 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~86 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Transportation0.5%~78 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Science tech0.3%~43 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Liberal arts0.2%~27 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~12 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Theology0.1%~7 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 679 | $63,243 | $26,975 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 511 | $96,204 | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master's | 491 | $58,714 | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 482 | $20,866 | $23,850 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 441 | $45,337 | $21,775 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 380 | $52,689 | $22,866 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 369 | $60,896 | $23,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 350 | $36,068 | $23,860 |
| Social Work. | Master's | 347 | $41,479 | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | First professional | 332 | — | — |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs. | Bachelor's | 321 | $22,864 | $25,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 319 | $55,784 | $20,500 |
| Law. | First professional | 292 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 279 | $24,478 | $25,212 |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Bachelor's | 274 | $62,614 | $24,000 |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Doctoral | 228 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | First professional | 219 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 203 | $24,558 | $26,000 |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations. | Bachelor's | 198 | $44,803 | $19,375 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 197 | $61,433 | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 178 | $19,582 | $21,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 160 | $28,425 | $26,997 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 153 | $28,811 | $27,000 |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | Bachelor's | 146 | $18,860 | $27,000 |
| Public Health. | Master's | 142 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 139 | $60,012 | $15,000 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 138 | $23,100 | $19,500 |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Master's | 129 | $42,755 | — |
| Journalism. | Bachelor's | 125 | $37,631 | $23,959 |
| Business/Managerial Economics. | Bachelor's | 124 | $47,522 | $22,500 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 118 | $63,921 | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 95 | $46,883 | $22,250 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 94 | $49,234 | $27,000 |
| Health Professions Education, Ethics, and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 91 | — | — |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor's | 90 | $38,881 | $22,409 |
| Behavioral Sciences. | Master's | 77 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 77 | $53,888 | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 77 | — | $24,625 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts. | Bachelor's | 76 | — | — |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 74 | — | $22,495 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Baylor University
Baylor University is a large institution located in Waco, Texas, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 14,785 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Health professions, Biological sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Baylor University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $41,104 per year, which is premium-priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $58,100 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $74,226 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 80.0%, a strong completion outcome. 91.0% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $65,793 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Baylor University confers degrees and certificates across 26 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Health professions, Biological sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by business (26% of credentials), health (20% of credentials), humanities & arts (19% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Baylor University accepts 51% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,329. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 29.
Location & campus
Set in Waco, Texas (city), Baylor University draws students from across Texas and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Baylor University
Q.How much does Baylor University cost?
The average net price at Baylor University is $41,104 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $74,226.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Baylor University?
Baylor University has a 6-year graduation rate of 80.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Baylor University?
Baylor University admits 51% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Baylor University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Baylor University graduate earns $65,793 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Baylor University?
Published tuition is $58,100 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Baylor University located?
Baylor University is located in Waco, Texas (ZIP 76798).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Baylor University at their official website.