Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
54.05%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
Wayland Baptist University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 54.05%. This means approximately 541 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 2,090 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
54.05%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $23,186 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $23,186 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $34,762 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $20,540 | State avg: $17,343. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 39.52% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 43.38% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Wayland Baptist University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$23,186
Room and board
$9,356
Books and supplies
$780
Other expenses
$3,300
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$34,762
Average net price
$20,540
Average aid coverage
41%
$14,222 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Wayland Baptist University pays approximately $20,540 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Texas average of $17,343 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Wayland Baptist University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Texas and national averages.
Wayland Baptist University net price
$20,540
Texas average
$17,343
National average
$17,506
Wayland Baptist University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $23,186 and average net price at $20,540. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$23,186
Current net price
$20,540
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
19.19%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$51,838
Undergraduates
2,090
10-Year Median Earnings - Wayland Baptist University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Wayland Baptist University graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Wayland Baptist University?
Undergraduates
2,090
Completion rate
19.19%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
39.52%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
43.38%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 39.52% of Wayland Baptist University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 43.38% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Wayland Baptist University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Wayland Baptist University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Wayland Baptist University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Wayland Baptist University is listed at 1900 W. 7th Street, Plainview, TX 79072. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Wayland Baptist University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wayland Baptist University | 54.05% | $23,186 | $20,540 | $51,838 |
| West Coast University-Texas | Not available | $16,715 | $25,957 | $102,672 |
| University of North Texas Health Science Center | Not available | Not available | Not available | $93,615 |
| The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston | Not available | Not available | Not available | $92,961 |
| Chamberlain University-Texas | 95.65% | $19,686 | $32,247 | $92,405 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wayland Baptist University's acceptance rate?
Wayland Baptist University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 54.05%.
How much is Wayland Baptist University tuition?
Wayland Baptist University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $23,186.
What is Wayland Baptist University's average net price?
Wayland Baptist University's average net price in the local dataset is $20,540.
What does Wayland Baptist University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $18,610 for Wayland Baptist University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Wayland Baptist University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $51,838 for Wayland Baptist University.
Is Wayland Baptist University accredited?
Wayland Baptist University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Wayland Baptist University?
The local dataset lists 2,090 undergraduate students at Wayland Baptist University.
What percentage of Wayland Baptist University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Wayland Baptist University in the local dataset is 39.52%.
What is the federal loan rate at Wayland Baptist University?
The federal loan rate for Wayland Baptist University in the local dataset is 43.38%.
Where should I verify Wayland Baptist University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Wayland Baptist University or the latest official federal education data.