Baylor University : Rankings, Fees & Courses Details

About Baylor University

Baylor University in Waco, Texas, is a private Christian university and a nationally ranked research institution. Chartered in 1845 by the Republic of Texas through the efforts of Baptist pioneers, Baylor is the oldest continually operating university in Texas. Located in Waco, Baylor welcomes students from all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and over 90 countries to study a broad range of degrees among its 12 nationally recognized academic divisions.

The mission of Baylor University is to educate men and women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community.

Baylor University enjoys high standing among many national rating services that evaluate quality of education, research activity, affordability, baccalaureate value, and athletic excellence. These rankings recognize not only Baylor as a whole, but also our many respected schools and departments, which are led by our gifted, award-winning professors. Their awards are too numerous to include.

At Baylor, students are challenged to think beyond the classroom by actively participating in domestic and global research, engaging in study abroad opportunities, and utilizing the resources of the university to lay the groundwork for a successful future. We seek to provide students with the opportunity to interact and dialogue with individuals from different backgrounds and with diverse experiences. By creating this "dialogue of difference" in our residential communities, organizations, activities and classrooms, we hope to prepare our students for meaningful engagement in a global society.

About Baylor University

Baylor University in Waco, Texas, is a private Christian university and a nationally ranked research institution. Chartered in 1845 by the Republic of Texas through the efforts of Baptist pioneers, Baylor is the oldest continually operating university in Texas. Located in Waco, Baylor welcomes students from all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and over 90 countries to study a broad range of degrees among its 12 nationally recognized academic divisions.

The mission of Baylor University is to educate men and women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community.

Baylor University enjoys high standing among many national rating services that evaluate quality of education, research activity, affordability, baccalaureate value, and athletic excellence. These rankings recognize not only Baylor as a whole, but also our many respected schools and departments, which are led by our gifted, award-winning professors. Their awards are too numerous to include.

At Baylor, students are challenged to think beyond the classroom by actively participating in domestic and global research, engaging in study abroad opportunities, and utilizing the resources of the university to lay the groundwork for a successful future. We seek to provide students with the opportunity to interact and dialogue with individuals from different backgrounds and with diverse experiences. By creating this "dialogue of difference" in our residential communities, organizations, activities and classrooms, we hope to prepare our students for meaningful engagement in a global society.

Available programmes

Arts and Humanities (6)

BA in Apparel Design and Product Development

BA in Interior Design

Bachelor of Arts in Art History

Bachelor of Arts in English

Bachelor of Arts in French

Bachelor of Arts in German

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Business and Management (6)

BA in Apparel Merchandising

Bachelor of Arts in Economics

Bachelor of Arts in Journalism - Public Relations

Bachelor of Business Administration in Economics

Bachelor of Science in Aviation Administration

Bachelor of Science in Economics

Engineering and Technology (6)

Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science

Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science - Software Engineering track

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science - Cybersecurity Concentration

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science - Gaming Specialization

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science - Software Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering

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Life Sciences and Medicine (6)

BA in Nutrition Sciences

BS in Athletic Training

BS in Nutrition Sciences

Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry

Bachelor of Arts in Biology - General Biology

Bachelor of Arts in Biology - Pre-Health Care

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Natural Sciences (6)

Bachelor of Arts in Astronomy

Bachelor of Arts in Astrophysics

Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry

Bachelor of Arts in Earth Science

Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies

Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics

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Social Sciences and Management (6)

BA in Child and Family Studies

BS in Communication Sciences and Disorders

Bachelor of Arts in American Studies

Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology

Bachelor of Arts in Arabic and Middle East Studies

Bachelor of Arts in Asian Studies

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Engineering and Technology (2)

B.S.in Mechanical Engineering/Master of Engineering (B.S.M.E./M.E.)

Life Sciences and Medicine (2)

B.S in Engineering/M.S. in Biomedical Engineering (B.S.E./M.S.B.M.E.)

Others (1)

Baylor Executive MBA Program

Online Master of Business Administration

Online Master of Business Administration with a Concentration in Cyber Security

Online Master of Business Administration with a Concentration in Executive Communication

Online Master of Business Administration with a Concentration in Marketing

University information

Total students

19,387

UG students

77%

PG students

23%

International students

881

UG students

60%

PG students

40%

Total faculty staff

1,348

Domestic staff

98%

Int'l staff

2%

Scholarships

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