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Baylor University
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Annual Tuition
$54,844
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
51.0%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
80.8%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$65,793
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Baylor University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Waco, TX. With a competitive tuition profile of $54,844, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 80.8% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Admissions Intel
SAT Score Range
ACT Score Range
Acceptance Rate
51.0%
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$219,376
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
6.1 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$35,793
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$138,554
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$496,484
Long-term projected return on your education investment
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Baylor University is $23,000.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$54,844
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
90.6%
Success
80.8%
In-State Cost
$54,844
Age 25+ Students
2.1%
Carnegie Class
R1: Doctoral — Very High Research
Working at 6yr
2,817 students
Living In Waco
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$875
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$1,011
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$1,266
Monthly Average
3 Bedrooms
$
Monthly Average
Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Waco metropolitan area.