At a glance
Average net price
$24,865
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
73.8%
Admission rate
74%
Undergrad size
2,025
In-state tuition
$40,490
Out-of-state tuition
$40,490
Cost of attendance
$53,405
Median earnings (10y)
$52,198
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,220
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 89.3%
- Locale
- Rural
Programs breakdown
22 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (32%), humanities & arts (29%), stem (23%).
- STEM23%
- Health3%
- Business12%
- Humanities & arts29%
- Social sciences32%
- Trades & services2%
- Education17.0%~344 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Biological sciences13.5%~272 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Business11.9%~242 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~200 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication7.1%~144 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology6.6%~134 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences4.8%~98 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science4.1%~82 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Theology4.1%~82 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English3.5%~72 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~72 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering2.5%~51 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~51 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~51 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~36 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~26 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics1.0%~21 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~15 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~10 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History0.5%~10 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts0.3%~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · STEMCompare 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 76 | $38,867 | $25,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 67 | $51,368 | $25,356 |
| Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences. | Bachelor's | 60 | — | $22,786 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts. | Bachelor's | 60 | $29,159 | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 57 | $28,603 | $22,750 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 55 | — | $20,182 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 41 | $33,805 | $21,500 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 40 | — | $23,250 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 31 | $20,360 | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 31 | — | $16,000 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 27 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 26 | $32,573 | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | $22,000 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor's | 20 | $30,047 | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 20 | $37,380 | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Master's | 17 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Engineering, General. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | Bachelor's | 12 | $19,307 | $19,500 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Bible/Biblical Studies. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Philosophy. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Applied Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
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 Taylor University
Taylor University is a mid-sized institution located in Upland, Indiana, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 2,025 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Education, Biological sciences, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Taylor University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $24,865 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $40,490 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $53,405 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 73.8%, a strong completion outcome. 89.3% 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 $52,198 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Taylor University confers degrees and certificates across 22 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Education, Biological sciences, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (32% of credentials), humanities & arts (29% of credentials), stem (23% 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
Taylor University accepts 74% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,220.
Location & campus
Set in Upland, Indiana (rural), Taylor University draws students from across Indiana 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 Taylor University
Q.How much does Taylor University cost?
The average net price at Taylor University is $24,865 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $53,405.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Taylor University?
Taylor University has a 6-year graduation rate of 73.8% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Taylor University?
Taylor University admits 74% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Taylor University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Taylor University graduate earns $52,198 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Taylor University?
Published tuition is $40,490 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Taylor University located?
Taylor University is located in Upland, Indiana (ZIP 46989).
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 Taylor University at their official website.