Admissions Overview
The admission process at Baylor University has a 46% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Baylor University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
46%
Selective
Application Volume
40,753
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
18%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Baylor University has a 46% 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
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
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 28% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,230 to 1,410. Additionally, about 23% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 28 to 33.
SAT Scores
28% of students submitted400
1600
1230 – 1410
200
800
620 – 700
200
800
610 – 710
ACT Scores
23% of students submitted1
36
28 – 33
1
36
27 – 35
1
36
26 – 31
Admission Statistics
40,753 students applied to Baylor. Of those, 46% were accepted (18,699 students). Of these 18,699 accepted students, 3,296 chose to enroll.
40,753
Total Applicants
18,699
Students Admitted
3,296
Students Enrolled
46%
Acceptance Rate