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Dallas Baptist University

Dallas, TX · Private nonprofit · Large city · Website

Dallas Baptist University campus
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Admission rate
89%
Accessible
Average net price
$25,954
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
60%
Median earnings
$58,159
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Dallas Baptist University is a private nonprofit college in Dallas, TX with 2,403 undergraduates. It admits 89% of applicants, and admitted students average 1120 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $25,954 per year ($22,030 for families earning under $30,000). 60% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $58,159 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
89%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
8,018
Fall 2023
Admitted
7,303
Fall 2023
Yield
8%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing490–620
200800
SAT Math470–593
200800
ACT Composite20–26
136

What Dallas Baptist University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$55,814
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$41,870

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$22,030
  • $30–48k$22,291
  • $48–75k$21,382
  • $75–110k$24,328
  • $110k+$33,099

Get a personal estimate with Dallas Baptist University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
60%
Freshman retention
64%
Median earnings
$58,159
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$18,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
2,403
Student–faculty ratio
16:1
Receive Pell grants
29%
  • White55%
  • Hispanic16%
  • Black9%
  • Asian3%

Dallas Baptist University FAQ

What is Dallas Baptist University's acceptance rate?+

Dallas Baptist University admits 89% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Dallas Baptist University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 490–620 on SAT Reading and Writing and 470–593 on SAT Math; the average total is 1120.

What ACT score do you need for Dallas Baptist University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 20–26.

Is Dallas Baptist University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Dallas Baptist University?+

In Fall 2023, 8,018 students applied to Dallas Baptist University and 7,303 were admitted; 579 enrolled.

Does Dallas Baptist University consider legacy status?+

Yes. Dallas Baptist University reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Dallas Baptist University require an essay?+

Dallas Baptist University reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Dallas Baptist University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $55,814 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $25,954.

What is Dallas Baptist University's graduation rate?+

60% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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