Admissions Overview
The admission process at Dallas Baptist University has a 91% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Dallas Baptist University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
91%
Less Selective
Application Volume
8,018
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
8%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Dallas Baptist University has a 91% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Dallas Baptist 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
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredWork Experience
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 Dallas Baptist University. About 32% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 960 to 1,217. Additionally, about 16% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 21 to 27.
SAT Scores
32% of students submitted400
1600
960 – 1217
200
800
490 – 620
200
800
470 – 597
ACT Scores
16% of students submitted1
36
21 – 27
1
36
19 – 28
1
36
18 – 28
Admission Statistics
8,018 students applied to DBU. Of those, 91% were accepted (7,303 students). Of these 7,303 accepted students, 579 chose to enroll.
8,018
Total Applicants
7,303
Students Admitted
579
Students Enrolled
91%
Acceptance Rate