Race & Ethnicity
Wayland Baptist University has a diverse student body with 66% students of color and 4% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Wayland Baptist University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Wayland Baptist University has a gender distribution of 52% female students and 48% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
36% of total enrollment
40% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Wayland Baptist University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 25% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 59% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
25%
Traditional Age (18-21)
59%
Non-Traditional (25+)
24%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Wayland Baptist University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 4% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 91% in-state residents, 5% out-of-state students, and 4% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
91% of student body
5% of student body
4% of student body
States Represented
11 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
66%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
52%
Female Students
Global Reach
4%
International
Age Diversity
59%
Non-Traditional Age