Dallas Baptist University
About Dallas Baptist University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Dallas Baptist University is a private Christian university in Dallas, Texas. It offers programs in business, psychology, communications, and ministry, with a hilltop campus overlooking Mountain Creek Lake and strong ties to the Dallas-Fort Worth job market.
Founded
1898
Location
Dallas, Texas
Students
3,742
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
88.8%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
57%
Below national average
Tuition
$40,190
Per year
Avg Net Price
$28,516
After financial aid
SAT Average
1120
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$56,807
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Moderate
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Dallas Baptist University accepts the majority of applicants at 88.8%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1120/ 1600
ACT Scores
23/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
57% complete their degree within six years
Retention
64.4%
4-Year Grad
46%
6-Year Grad
61%
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$9.8K
Class Size
Medium
46% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$40,190
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,876
Books & Supplies
$1,926
Total Cost of Attendance
$52,716
After Financial Aid
$28,516
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$25,326
Receive Grants
23.1%
Take Loans
31.9%
The total cost of attendance runs about $52,716/yr, including $11,876 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $28,516.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Dallas Baptist University fund their education.
While in School
23.1%
Get Grants
Free money
31.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$43,504
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$21,591
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$229/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 31.9% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $21,591. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Dallas Baptist University.
Gender
58.6%
Female
41%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,403
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,339
Graduates
32.3%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
12.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 59% of the student body. 32.3% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
2,403
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Dallas Baptist University fields 8 varsity teams with 432 student athletes, about 18% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II without football
Conference
Lone Star
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
432
18% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
53% / 47%
230
Men
202
Women
6
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Dallas Baptist Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$56,807
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
$36K
60 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$48K
58 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$37K
48 grads
1yr Earnings
Finance and Financial Management Services
$51K
34 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$55K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$29K
27 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $45K six years out, growing to $57K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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