Admissions Overview
The admission process at Baylor University has a 51% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Baylor University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
51%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
39,735
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
16%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Baylor University has a 51% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Baylor University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Other Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Baylor University. About 31% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,210 to 1,400. Additionally, about 19% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 27 to 32.
SAT Scores
31% of students submitted400
1600
1210 – 1400
200
800
610 – 700
200
800
600 – 700
ACT Scores
19% of students submitted1
36
27 – 32
1
36
26 – 34
1
36
25 – 34
Admission Statistics
39,735 students applied to Baylor. Of those, 51% were accepted (20,262 students). Of these 20,262 accepted students, 3,317 chose to enroll.
39,735
Total Applicants
20,262
Students Admitted
3,317
Students Enrolled
51%
Acceptance Rate