Baptist Health Sciences University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Memphis, Tennessee with 770 undergraduates. It admits 82% of applicants, costs an average of $10,165 a year after grants and graduates 33% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Baptist Health Sciences University acceptance rate and admissions
Baptist Health Sciences University admitted 82% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). Check the admissions office for the current policy.
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Baptist Health Sciences University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $14,036 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $4,570 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $26,103 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $10,165 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $10,165 a year after grants and scholarships, $15,938 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
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Baptist Health Sciences University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 33% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $70,235 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $30,252 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 43% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Baptist Health Sciences University majors and what graduates earn
Baptist Health Sciences University awarded bachelor's degrees in 5 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($82,135).
All 5 majors at Baptist Health Sciences University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 90 | $74,793 | $82,135 | $30,812 |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | 28 | $63,438 | $61,506 | $30,657 |
| Health administration | 12 | $42,550 | $51,673 | $37,249 |
| Biology | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical lab science | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Baptist Health Sciences University
1 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 1 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | Professional doctorate | 8 | n/a | n/a |
Trade and career programs at Baptist Health Sciences University
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Associate degree | 15 | n/a | n/a | $18,556 |
Students and location
- 770 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 92% women, 7.8% men
- 6 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Baptist Health Sciences University?
Baptist Health Sciences University admitted 82% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Baptist Health Sciences University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $14,036. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $10,165 a year in 2024-25.
Is Baptist Health Sciences University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Baptist Health Sciences University reported that test scores were: required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Baptist Health Sciences University?
33% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Baptist Health Sciences University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $70,235 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.