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Your chances of getting into University of Mary Hardin Baylor

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

95.7%
Admission Difficulty for University of Mary Hardin Baylor
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Moderate 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at UMHB is 95.7%.  Its admission rate is the 68th lowest in Texas.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into UMHB and can you get accepted?

University of Mary Hardin Baylor is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 12,438 out of the 13,001 who applied were admitted.

University of Mary Hardin Baylor typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.53. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 6% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into UMHB?

96% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to University of Mary Hardin Baylor you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.53 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1090 on the SAT
  • Score 23 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

UMHB GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.53

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into University of Mary Hardin Baylor?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into UMHB are to have around a 3.53 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.53 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as UMHB accepts 96% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at UMHB is 3.53 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #22 in Texas for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since UMHB is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted University of Mary Hardin Baylor students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 10.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 26.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 25.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 18.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 12.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 6.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 2.0% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 1.0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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UMHB SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to University of Mary Hardin Baylor. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 45% of students submitted SAT scores and 23% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

970-1200

Applicants Submitting SAT 

45%
SAT Scores for University of Mary Hardin Baylor
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 490
Math 25th Percentile 480
Composite 25th Percentile 970
SAT Scores for University of Mary Hardin Baylor
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 610
Math 75th Percentile 590
Composite 75th Percentile 1200
Average SAT Score 1090

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to University of Mary Hardin Baylor?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at UMHB is 1090 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 970-1200. Students who get into University of Mary Hardin Baylor score in the top 66 percent of all SAT test takers..  UMHB ranks #32 in the state of Texas for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1090 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. UMHB regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 970 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 970, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 850, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

University of Mary Hardin Baylor is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1090 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1085, you have around a 96% chance of being admitted. A 1200 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 98% chance of getting in.

University of Mary Hardin Baylor admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1200 and Above Good >98%
1085 to 1200 Avg + 96%-98%
970 to 1085 Avg - 93%-96%
855 to 970 Reach 87%-93%
Less than 855 Low <87%
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UMHB ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

19-27 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

23%
ACT Scores for University of Mary Hardin Baylor
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 18
Math 25th Percentile 17
Composite 25th Percentile 19
ACT Scores for University of Mary Hardin Baylor
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 26
Math 75th Percentile 25
Composite 75th Percentile 27
Average ACT Score 23

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into UMHB?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to UMHB is 23, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 19 and 27.  The school ranks #19 in Texas for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 23. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 19 and score in the score in the top 56 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 15.

23 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of Mary Hardin Baylor.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as University of Mary Hardin Baylor is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into UMHB for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 23 score has around 96% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 98% with a 27 ACT score.

University of Mary Hardin Baylor admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
27 and Above Good >98%
23 to 27 Avg + 96%-98%
19 to 23 Avg - 93%-96%
15 to 19 Reach 87%-93%
Less than 15 Low <87%
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High School Class Rank

86% of University of Mary Hardin Baylor freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 48% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted University of Mary Hardin Baylor students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 14%
Top 25% of class 48%
Top 50% of class 86%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

University of Mary Hardin Baylor admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 9,231 3,770 13,001
Accepted 8,870 3,568 12,438
Acceptance Rate 96% 95% 96%
Enrolled 473 271 744
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 5% 8% 6%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Mary Hardin Baylor is $35.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to University of Mary Hardin Baylor and what student information is used for admission decisions?

University of Mary Hardin Baylor Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Required to be considered for admission
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at University of Mary Hardin Baylor
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because University of Mary Hardin Baylor is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.53 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1090 and ACT of 23 will almost guarantee your admission.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=226471 IPEDS survey data for University of Mary Hardin Baylor.

Last updated February 24, 2024