Wayland Baptist University

Overview

Enrollment

2,978

Wayland Baptist University overview
Location	Plainview, Texas
Online	wbu.edu
School Type	Private 4 Year
Setting	Remote Town
Religious Affiliation	Southern Baptist

Wayland Baptist University overview
Size	Small
Status	Non-profit
On Campus Housing	Yes
Level of Study	Undergrad/Graduate

Wayland Baptist University, founded in 1908 and located in Plainview, Texas, is a private coeducational Christian university affiliated with the Baptist Church. The institution offers a picturesque campus set in the High Plains region of Texas, just to the north of Lubbock. Academic life at Wayland is characterized by a diverse selection of undergraduate programs, with notable emphasis on religious studies, business, education, and the social sciences. Housing options include on-campus living facilities for students who prefer the residential college experience. With a more inclusive admission process, the university attracts a wide range of applicants. While not primarily celebrated for its athletic programs, the university fields teams across various sports as the Wayland Baptist Pioneers, competing in the NAIA.

In the most recent statistical year 1,311 prospective students applied, and 914 were granted admission. Of those admitted 262 enrolled in the school. 1,586 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,392 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $20,942 plus fees of $1,426. Wayland Baptist University is ranked 544 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.

Ratings

6/10

Overall

4/10

Academics

8/10

Resources

6/10

Outcomes

5/10

Value

Wayland Baptist University is rated within the top 48% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated