Baylor University: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores
Baylor University admits about 51.3% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 1200–1400 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 25–31 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.
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Baylor University At a Glance
| Location | Waco, Texas |
|---|---|
| Type | Private Nonprofit |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 14,785 |
| Acceptance Rate | 51.3% |
| SAT Range (Reading & Writing) | 610-700 |
| SAT Range (Math) | 590-700 |
| SAT Range (Combined, approx.) | 1200-1400 |
| Average SAT (Combined) | 1329 |
| ACT Range | 27-32 |
| Average Net Price | $44,441/yr |
| Tuition (In-State) | $63,620/yr |
| Tuition (Out-of-State) | $63,620/yr |
| 4-Year Graduation Rate | 82.3% |
| Full-Time Retention Rate | 91% |
| Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry | $72,408 |
| Median Debt at Completion | $19,500 |
How Baylor University Compares
Baylor University is more selective than about 81% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.
With about 14,785 students, it is larger than about 46% of the 265 schools in this list.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baylor University's acceptance rate?
Baylor University's acceptance rate is about 51.3%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What SAT score do you need for Baylor University?
Admitted students at Baylor University typically report a combined SAT score between 1200 and 1400 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).
Does Baylor University require the SAT?
Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check Baylor University's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.
What is the average cost of Baylor University?
The average net price reported for Baylor University is $44,441 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.