About Wayland Baptist University (WBU)
Type
Private
Not-For-Profit
4 Years
Student Population
4,504
Website
www.wbu.eduAccreditation
SACSCOC
Religious Affiliation
Southern Baptist
On Campus Housing
Yes
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Rankings
The rankings provided by Forbes and US News are trusted everywhere, as long as US universities are concerned. The two popular publications, US News and Forbes, are among the most trusted publications when it comes to the rankings of an educational institution. The ranking of a university plays an important role in helping a prospective candidate choosing the right university. It helps them assess the university's performance based on several factors, which include research excellence, the performance of the students after they complete their education, student experience, and most importantly academic success. However, it is to be noted that Wayland Baptist University does not feature in the list of top colleges, according to the latest rankings by these two publications.
Admissions
Application Deadline
None
Acceptance Rate
98%
SAT Range
890 - 1090
ACT Range
16 - 22
Application Fee
$35
SAT/ACT
Neither required nor recommended
High School GPA
Recommended
Accept Common App
None
Admission to the university is fairly easy and the students are recommeded to make the most out of it. The varsity has 2 admission thresholds. Candidates are required to fill the form and submit a fee of $35, as part of the admission process at WBU. If the SAT score of a student lies in the range of 880-1060, it would improve her chances. The average ACT score at Wayland Baptist University is 19. However, those getting an ACT score less than 16 might also be offered admission. The candidates can apply for the courses online. However, in case they need information or want to feel the vibes, they visit the school's office at 1900 W 7th St., Plainview, Texas 79072. They can also call them at (806) 291-1000.
Annual Cost to Attend
Net Price
$21,593
Average Annual Cost
$18,780
Books And Supplies
$1,000
Other Fees
$1,290
Room And Board
$7,992
Budget For Other Expenses
$4,256
Total One Year Cost
$33,318
Tuition fees and the cost of living during the course tenure are the next two things that a student should keep in mind before applying to WBU. The annual full-time cost of attendance comes out to be approximately $37,585. This cost consists of the average annual tuition cost ($22,658), books and supplies ($1,000), room and boarding ($8,342), and budget for other expenses ($4,256). If it sounds unaffordable to the applicant, there are numerous financial aid options available that they can explore.
Academics
Highest Degree Offered
Doctor's degree
Student:Faculty Ratio
8:1
Full-Time Retention Rate
49%
Part-Time Retention Rate
58%
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...
419 Graduates
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General...
387 Graduates
Criminal Justice and Corrections
123 Graduates
Human Services, General
100 Graduates
Religion/Religious Studies
44 Graduates
Teacher Education and Professional...
44 Graduates
Health and Physical Education/Fitne...
23 Graduates
Psychology, General
9 Graduates
Teacher Education and Professional...
6 Graduates
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecu...
5 Graduates
Music
5 Graduates
Natural Resources Conservation and...
5 Graduates
Communication and Media Studies
4 Graduates
Design and Applied Arts
4 Graduates
Fine and Studio Arts
4 Graduates
Mathematics
4 Graduates
Sociology
4 Graduates
Biology, General
3 Graduates
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosc...
3 Graduates
History
3 Graduates
Registered Nursing, Administration,...
2 Graduates
Chemistry
1 Graduates
Computer/Information Technology Adm...
1 Graduates
English Language and Literature, Ge...
1 Graduates
Missions/Missionary Studies and Mis...
1 Graduates
Political Science and Government
1 Graduates
Religious Education
1 Graduates
Romance Languages, Literatures, and...
1 Graduates
Student Body
Undergraduate Students
3,356
Socio-Economic Diversity
37%
Part-time
72%
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
$52,819 per year
Campus Life
Housing
The students can reside on campus and 86% of Freshman Live On-Campus.
On Campus Housing Available
Yes
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus
No
Freshmen Live on Campus
86%
Undergrads in College Housing
N/A
Averege Housing Cost
$3,196/year
Campus Food
The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $4,796/year.
Meal Plan Available
Yes
Average Meal Plan Available
$4,796/year
Athletes
Division Sports Nickname
Pioneers, Flying Queens (women's basketball only)
School Colors
blue and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NAIA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Sooner Athletic Conference
Total Male Athletes
N/A
Total Female Athletes
N/A
Intramural Sports
4
Sports Club
N/A
Campus Safety
24-Hour Security Patrol
Yes
Campus Emergency Phones
Yes
24-Hour Escort Safety rides
No
Mobile Campus Emergency Alert
No
On-campus housing facilities are offered to the students who wish to remain nearby. At WBU, $8,342 is the normal expense for on-campus housing, which a student will be needed to pay, each year. The number of female and male students at the university are 49% and 51%, respectively.
After Graduation
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$37,800/year
Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation
$41,300/year
Typical Monthly Loan Payment
$163 - 259
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$8,639
Students Receiving Federal Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$4,395
Students Receiving State Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$3,460
Students Receiving Institutional Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$4,719
Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30K
$11,024
$30K - $48K
$9,750
$48K - $75K
$7,835
$75K - $110K
$6,114
> $110K
$4,005
Total Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$1,673,724
Total Non-Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$1,132,565
As mentioned, if one finds the fees and cost of living at WBU to be on the higher side, the financial aid department of the varsity would be of huge assistance. They can assist students with scholarships, grants, and student loans as well. The average federal grant that comes from the university is around $4,694, whereas the financial aid is $3,445. The university provides financial assistance in the form of state-level aid worth $3,315 and institutional aid worth $3,445. The total need-based scholarships/grants offered at WBU based on students' financial needs add up to $1,673,724 per year. Meanwhile, the total non-need-based scholarships/grants in a year come to around $1,132,565.
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