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Baylor University

School info
4
Overall Quality
Reputation
4.5
Food
3.6
Clubs
3.9
Facilities
4.5
Internet
3.5
Location
3.4
Opportunities
4.2
Safety
3.7
Social
3.9
Happiness
4.2

Basic Information

Location

  • Waco, TX

Institution Overview

  • Public/Private: Private research university
  • Established: February 1, 1845; 179 years ago (1845-02-01)
  • Founder: Judge R.E.B. Baylor, Rev. James Huckins, Rev. William M. Tryon

Academic information

Degree Courses

  • 126 undergraduate degree programs
  • 80 master's programs
  • and 47 doctoral programs

Key Area

  • Health Research in the Social Sciences
  • Biomedical Research
  • Materials Science & Engineering
  • Religion
  • Environmental Determinants of Health

Student and Staff Numbers

  • Students: 20,824 (fall 2023)
  • Undergraduates: 15,155 (fall 2023)
  • Postgraduates: 5,669 (fall 2023)
  • Academic Staff: 1,167 (fall 2023)

Notable Alumni

  • Angela Kinsey
  • Mike Singletary
  • Chip and Joanna Gaines
  • Trey Wingo
  • Jeremy Wariner

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Students talk about this school

Good reviews
Overall 5
Baylor has become one of my absolute favorite places on earth! The people are so genuine and kind and the community that is felt there by all the faculty and students is indescribable. There are so many incredible opportunities that students could not receive any where else and an education that is nationally recognized as top tier!
Overall 4.9
Baylor is a great, friendly, caring, fun college to attend. I love being a student at Baylor!!!
Overall 4.9
The best atmosphere around. Feels like you are attending an ivy league school in New England. Love the professors and their eagerness to teach. The best choice I ever made.
Overall 4.8
Baylor is a great school with great teachers and people who encourage you daily and truly want the best for you.
Overall 4.7
I LOVE BAYLOR! SIC 'EM
Overall 4.7
Baylor University, where prestige, knowledge, diversity, & family reside.
Overall 4.6
First of all, Baylor's overall reputation is amazing. Baylor is known for being academically rigorous but also creates tremendous opportunities for students in social and employment aspects. Baylor really makes you feel like you're part of something bigger.
Overall 4.6
Great school, love it here.
Overall 4.6
I love Baylor. Such a great campus and caring staff.
Overall 4.6
Baylor University is one of the most amazing schools out there. I've loved every professor I've had and formed genuine relationships with most. The overall experience has made me feel prepared for my future. Students and staff go out of their way to ensure that everyone is able to find their fit. Opportunities are far from limited at Baylor.
Bad reviews
Overall 1.7
Wouldn't recommend after four years here,