University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
About University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor is a private Baptist university in Belton, Texas, in the central Texas hill country. It offers programs in nursing, psychology, business, and education, with a growing health sciences focus.
Founded
1845
Location
Belton, Texas
Students
3,277
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
95.8%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
49.3%
Below national average
Tuition
$32,020
Per year
Avg Net Price
$26,106
After financial aid
SAT Average
1099
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$56,132
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$35
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor accepts the majority of applicants at 95.8%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1099/ 1600
ACT Scores
22/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
49.3% complete their degree within six years
Retention
62.4%
4-Year Grad
39%
6-Year Grad
53%
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
48.3%
$/Student
$11.3K
Class Size
Medium
The 39% graduation rate is below average, but 62.4% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$32,020
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$13,224
Books & Supplies
$330
Total Cost of Attendance
$46,874
After Financial Aid
$26,106
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$22,089
Receive Grants
39.7%
Take Loans
60.7%
The total cost of attendance runs about $46,874/yr, including $13,224 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $26,106.
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 University of Mary Hardin-Baylor fund their education.
While in School
39.7%
Get Grants
Free money
60.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$48,296
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$26,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$276/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $26,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $56K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of Mary Hardin-Baylor.
Gender
61.8%
Female
38%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,759
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
518
Graduates
32.4%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
9%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 62% of the student body. 32.4% 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
Suburb: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
2,759
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
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
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor fields 11 varsity teams with 505 student athletes, about 18% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
American Southwest
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
505
18% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
63% / 37%
320
Men
185
Women
7
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of Mary Hardin-Baylorearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$56,132
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$76K
152 grads
1yr Earnings
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology
$34K
52 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$51K
36 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$31K
32 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$37K
31 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
$52K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $48K six years out, growing to $56K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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