Baylor University

Waco, TX · Private Nonprofit

Acceptance rate
51%
Average SAT
1,329
ACT midpoint
29
Enrollment
14,785
In-state tuition
$58,100
Out-of-state tuition
$58,100
Avg net price
$41,104
4-yr grad rate

Test scores

Admitted students score between 1200 and 1400 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).

ACT midpoint: 29

Popular programs at Baylor University

Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.

#ProgramStairway RankingGraduates/yr
1Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.317
2Biology, General.246
3Marketing.188
4Finance and Financial Management Services.181
5Communication and Media Studies.176
6Business Administration, Management and Operations.157
7Health/Medical Preparatory Programs.155
8Accounting and Related Services.148
9Management Information Systems and Services.134
10Psychology, General.128
11Political Science and Government.104
12Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.92
13Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.79
14Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations.73
15Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology.69
16Journalism.67
17Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.66
18Mechanical Engineering.65
19Neurobiology and Neurosciences.65
20Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.60

Showing top 20 of 74 programs

Frequently asked questions

What is the acceptance rate at Baylor University?

Baylor University has an acceptance rate of 51% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.

What SAT score do I need for Baylor University?

Admitted students at Baylor University typically score between 1200 and 1400 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).

How much does Baylor University cost?

The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Baylor University is approximately $41,104 per year.

What is the graduation rate at Baylor University?

4-year graduation rate data for Baylor University is not currently published.

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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.