About Baker University
Type
Private
Not-For-Profit
4 Years
Student Population
2,769
Website
https://www.bakeru.eduAccreditation
HLC
Religious Affiliation
United Methodist
On Campus Housing
Yes
Baker University was established on February 12, 1858, and is a private not-for-profit type institution. It is one of the top-ranked universities in Kansas and is affiliated with United Methodist Church. The university continues a tradition of devotion to the Christian faith and academic excellence.
In 1858, the founders of the university decided that the university will be governed by an overseeing body of not more than 32 members. Presently, the university's Board of Trustees remains the highest governing body of the university.
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The student-faculty ratio of the university is 7:1.
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The graduation rate is 55%.
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University's acceptance rate is 78%.
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The total student population of the university is 2,726 which includes 1,221 full time and 1,505 part-time students.
Online Education at Baker University
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The university's learning management system is accessed through Baker University Moodle which is a software application that makes course content readily available to students. It acts as an online classroom.
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It contains reading assignments, papers, and project, tests, an opportunity to discuss course concepts, and additional learning opportunities.
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The online learning is easy to access and flexible, hence helps the students with different styles of learning.
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The university uses advanced tools and technology to teach their students and provide them 24/7 tech support.
Reviews
Student reviews on university are given below.
- Professors and students are very caring and helpful.
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The university always strives to provide global exposure for the students
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Class sizes are small, hence it makes easier for a student to learn and interact with the faculty.
Rankings
Rankings of the university according to the US News are as follows.
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The university is ranked 50th in 'Regional Universities-Midwest'.
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It is ranked 71st in 'Best Value Schools';.
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It is ranked 264th in 'Best Online Bachelor’s Programs'.
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It is ranked 224th in 'Best Online Graduate Education Programs'.
Admissions
Application Deadline
N/A
Acceptance Rate
88%
SAT Range
930 - 1175
ACT Range
20 - 25
Application Fee
N/A
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
Accept Common App
None
Annual Cost to Attend
Net Price
$23,016
Average Annual Cost
$29,300
Books And Supplies
$1,200
Other Fees
$530
Room And Board
$8,310
Budget For Other Expenses
$5,070
Total One Year Cost
$44,410
Academics
Highest Degree Offered
Doctor's degree
Student:Faculty Ratio
9:1
Full-Time Retention Rate
81%
Part-Time Retention Rate
50%
Academic Calendar
Semester
Research Funding per Student
N/A
Faculty Overview
Male Professors
Female Professors
Non-traditional Learning
Evening Degree Programs
Teacher Certification
Distance Education
Study Abroad
Majors
Business Administration, Management...
232 Graduates
Registered Nursing, Administration,...
76 Graduates
Health and Physical Education/Fitne...
43 Graduates
Business/Commerce, General
35 Graduates
Teacher Education and Professional...
17 Graduates
Sociology
16 Graduates
Communication and Media Studies
14 Graduates
Accounting and Related Services
13 Graduates
Biology, General
11 Graduates
Psychology, General
11 Graduates
History
7 Graduates
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Ot...
7 Graduates
English Language and Literature, Ge...
6 Graduates
Economics
5 Graduates
Chemistry
4 Graduates
Music
4 Graduates
Teacher Education and Professional...
4 Graduates
Romance Languages, Literatures, and...
3 Graduates
Computer Science
2 Graduates
Fine and Studio Arts
2 Graduates
International Business
2 Graduates
Mathematics
2 Graduates
Criminology
1 Graduates
Design and Applied Arts
1 Graduates
International/Global Studies
1 Graduates
Physics
1 Graduates
Religion/Religious Studies
1 Graduates
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Student Body
Undergraduate Students
1,793
Socio-Economic Diversity
27%
Part-time
41%
Students Gender
LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS
ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER
Race/Ethnicity
Geographic Density
Geographic Density
High
Unknown Location
Out Of State
In State
Foreign
Economic Diversity
36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Median Household Income
$67,759 per year
Campus Life
Housing
The students can reside on campus and 95% of Freshman Live On-Campus.
On Campus Housing Available
Yes
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus
No
Freshmen Live on Campus
95%
Undergrads in College Housing
N/A
Averege Housing Cost
$3,910/year
Campus Food
The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $4,400/year.
Meal Plan Available
Yes
Average Meal Plan Available
$4,400/year
Athletes
Division Sports Nickname
Wildcats
School Colors
orange
Varsity Athletics Association
NAIA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Heart of America Athletic Conference
Total Male Athletes
320
Total Female Athletes
177
Intramural Sports
7
Sports Club
N/A
Sports Team (Men)
Baseball
Basketball
Bowling
Cheerleading-Dance Team
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Soccer
Tennis
Track and Field
Wrestling
Sports Team (Women)
Basketball
Bowling
Cheerleading-Dance Team
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Track and Field
Volleyball
Wrestling
Campus Safety
24-Hour Security Patrol
Yes
Campus Emergency Phones
Yes
24-Hour Escort Safety rides
No
Mobile Campus Emergency Alert
Yes
After Graduation
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$43,600/year
Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation
$51,300/year
Typical Monthly Loan Payment
$208 - 280
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$21,237
Students Receiving Federal Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$4,595
Students Receiving State Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$2,604
Students Receiving Institutional Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$19,524
Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30K
$25,951
$30K - $48K
$23,986
$48K - $75K
$23,939
$75K - $110K
$21,857
> $110K
$20,057
Total Non-Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$7,563,395
The university is committed to providing all the financial support to students by taking care of all their educational expenses. Students who are looking for financial support from the university can fill FAFSA form. Baker University federal school code is 001903. Some of the financial aid facilities provided to the eligible students are given below.
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Federal Grants provided include Pell Grant and Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant.
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Federal Loans provided include Direct Subsidized, Direct Unsubsidized, and Direct PLUS loan.
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Kansas State Grant, Kansas State Scholarship, and Kansas Ethnic Minority Scholarship are included under State Aid
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Institutional Aids include Honors Scholarships, Academic Merit Scholarship, Wildcat Scholarship, and University award.
