Wayland Baptist University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Plainview, Texas with 2,041 undergraduates. It admits 56% of applicants, costs an average of $23,421 a year after grants and graduates 20% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Wayland Baptist University acceptance rate and admissions
Wayland Baptist University admitted 56% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Wayland Baptist University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $23,902 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $10,180 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $38,355 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $23,421 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $23,421 a year after grants and scholarships, $14,934 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):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Wayland Baptist University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Wayland Baptist University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 20% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $55,564 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $22,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 40% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Wayland Baptist University majors and what graduates earn
Wayland Baptist University awarded bachelor's degrees in 34 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from business administration ($67,250).
All 34 majors at Wayland Baptist University
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 Wayland Baptist University
15 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 15 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 85 | $61,372 | $40,270 |
| Education, Other | Master's | 34 | n/a | n/a |
| Curriculum and Instruction | Master's | 33 | $54,372 | $36,900 |
| Religious studies | Master's | 20 | n/a | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 20 | $38,435 | $48,256 |
| Human services | Master's | 20 | n/a | n/a |
| Public administration | Master's | 16 | $53,870 | n/a |
| Business administration | Doctoral | 14 | n/a | n/a |
| Criminal justice | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Legal studies | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| History | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| English | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Health Professions Education, Ethics, and Humanities | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 2,041 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 50% women, 50% men
- 10 students for every faculty member
- Setting: remote town
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Wayland Baptist University?
Wayland Baptist University admitted 56% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Wayland Baptist University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $23,902. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $23,421 a year in 2024-25.
Is Wayland Baptist University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Wayland Baptist University reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Wayland Baptist University?
20% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Wayland Baptist University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $55,564 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.