Dallas Baptist University
Faith-based college · Dallas, TX · 2,403 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
89%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
960–1213
ACT (middle 50%)
20–26
Average net price
$25,954
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$55,814
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
60%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Dallas Baptist University?
Dallas Baptist University accepts about 89 of every 100 applicants (89%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 960 and 1213 on the SAT. A score at or above 1213 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 960, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 20–26.
The latest federal data says Dallas Baptist University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Dallas Baptist University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Dallas Baptist University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $55,814 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $25,954 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $41,870 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$41,870
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$41,870
- Room & board$12,482
- Total cost of attendance$55,814
- Average net price after grants$25,954
Popular majors
Business, Psychology, Communications, Biology, Theology.
Dallas Baptist University FAQ
- What is Dallas Baptist University's acceptance rate?
- 89% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Dallas Baptist University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 960–1213. Aim for 1213 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Dallas Baptist University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 20–26.
- Is Dallas Baptist University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Dallas Baptist University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Dallas Baptist University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Dallas Baptist University cost?
- About $55,814 a year before aid; $25,954 on average after grants.
- What is Dallas Baptist University's FAFSA school code?
- 003560. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Dallas Baptist University receives your information.
- What is Dallas Baptist University's graduation rate?
- 60% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Dallas Baptist University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nelson UniversityWaxahachie, TX | 89% | 890–1090 | $26,425 | 37% |
| Texas A & M University-Corpus ChristiCorpus Christi, TX | 89% | 970–1193 | $13,843 | 38% |
| Texas State UniversitySan Marcos, TX | 89% | 980–1200 | $16,660 | 55% |
| Schreiner UniversityKerrville, TX | 88% | — | $21,252 | 45% |
| Tarleton State UniversityStephenville, TX | 90% | 980–1160 | $20,525 | 49% |
| University of St ThomasHouston, TX | 90% | 980–1210 | $15,446 | 67% |