Baylor University
Baylor University (BU) is a private Baptist university in Waco, Texas. It was chartered in 1845 by the Republic of Texas, making it one of the oldest universities in Texas and one of the first institutions west of the Mississippi River. It is located near the Brazos River and includes a 1,000-acre campus. It is the largest Baptist university campus. The university is structured into twelve different colleges and schools, including the Louise Herrington School of Nursing. BU has received recognition for its academic programs, including ranking second in the nation for marketing programs. It was also tied for 71st-best national universities according to a 2017 ranking from US News & World Report.
The BU Louise Herrington School of Nursing offers traditional BSN, accelerated BSN, MSN, DNP, and BSN to DNP nursing programs. These programs are all accredited by the CCNE. With the traditional BSN program, students may complete their prerequisite courses at any of the Baylor University campuses. However, the final two years are completed at the Waco campus and include clinical rotations and lab experiences. The accelerated BSN program also offers clinical and lab experiences, along with hybrid learning. Accelerated BSN students will complete classes online and on campus.
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleMidsize City |
| Number of Students17,059 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio14:1 |
| Is Admission OpenNo |
| Religious Affiliation Baptist |
| Level4-year |
| TypePrivate |
| Business ModelNot-for-profit |
| On Campus HousingYes |
| Retention Rate90% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Bachelor's degree | 15 | 193 |
| Master's degree | 0 | 0 |
| Doctor's degree - professional practice | 0 | 0 |
Compare Schools
Nursing schools located within 162 miles radius of Baylor University
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University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
39 miles away |
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Southwestern Adventist University
60 miles away |
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Texas Christian University
81 miles away |
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Concordia University Texas
89 miles away |
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Dallas Nursing Institute
97 miles away |
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Texas Lutheran University
146 miles away |
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LeTourneau University
154 miles away |
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Schreiner University
159 miles away |
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Houston Baptist University
160 miles away |
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University of St Thomas
162 miles away |
Frequently compared schools
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Boston College
offers 5 nursing programs |
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Northeastern University
offers 11 nursing programs |
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Texas Christian University
offers 6 nursing programs |
Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
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Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges 01/01/1914 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels CCNE 03/03/2000 - Current |
Admission
39%
Acceptance RateEnrolled students test score (Fall 2017)
| SAT | 1190 to 1360 |
| ACT | 26 to 31 |
Admission considerations
| Secondary school GPA Required |
| Secondary school rank Required |
| Secondary school record Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program Recommended |
| Recommendations Considered but not required |
| Formal demonstration of competencies Considered but not required |
| Admission test scores (SAT/ACT) Required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Required |
| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Neither required nor recommended |
In addition to the college's admission requirements each nursing program might have its own admission criteria (such as: TEAS score, HESI A2 score, nursing prerequisites GPA, etc).
Cost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $1,650/credit | |
| In State Students | $1,650/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $1,650/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $1,650/credit | |
| In State Students | $1,650/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $1,650/credit | |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $74,250 | $74,250 | $74,250 |
| ADN | 70 | $115,500 | $115,500 | $115,500 |
| BSN | 125 | $206,250 | $206,250 | $206,250 |
| FNP | 50 | $82,500 | $82,500 | $82,500 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 98% of Baylor University's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 17% | $4,345 |
| Other Federal Grant | 5% | $963 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 19% | $3,710 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 97% | $19,812 |
| Federal Student Loans | 46% | $5,504 |
| Private Loans | 12% | $23,116 |
$37,745
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$26,321 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$28,158 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$31,484 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$33,706 |
| Over $110,000$41,004 |
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Student Population
14,316
Undergrads
2,743
Graduates
9,710
Women
7,349
Men
96%
Full-time
4%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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White |
64% |
|
Hispanic |
14% |
|
Black/African American |
6% |
|
Asian |
6% |
|
Two or more races |
5% |
|
Non-resident alien |
4% |
|
Race/ethnicity unknown |
1% |
|
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and Texas state board of nursing.
