
University of Mary Hardin - Baylor is a nonprofit private college that has a large selection of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Belton, Texas, in a predominantly suburban area. The school's Baptist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Enrollment at University of Mary Hardin - Baylor is nearly three thousand yearly.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Education
- Psychology
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 1350 to 1700 for the SAT exam and within the range of 20 to 26 for the ACT exam is common among students admitted to UMHB. Only 27% of applicants are admitted to the school due to the large number of applicants and the intense competition for the limited enrollment spaces available. More information on admissions can be found here.
Undergraduate tuition is approximately $25,000 for the year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's price of attendance calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. Students attending University of Mary Hardin - Baylor may be eligible for aid which is typically scholarships, grants, and loans.
The UMHB Crusaders participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, within the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include the following:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Football (NCAA Division III)
- Golf (NCAA Division III)
- Soccer (NCAA Division III)
Students should visit the school's http://www.umhb.edu to see additional information.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the applicants University of Mary Hardin – Baylor accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
University of Mary Hardin – Baylor has a total student population of about 3,900, where graduate students make up roughly 19% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are between $22,000-$27,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- Part time students pay in the range of $800 to $950 per unit
- The average estimated cost for on campus housing and meals is listed to be around $8,800, the cost includes sixteen meals per week
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 96% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 95% | $12,860 |
Receiving Student Loans | 70% | $7,794 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, University of Mary Hardin – Baylor may provide services to students including:- Online course work available
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Employment search assistance
Graduation Rates
The overall graduation rate of University of Mary Hardin – Baylor is around 47%.
Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
---|---|
Students Graduating in 4 Years | 28% |
Graduating in 5 Years | 15% |
Graduating in 6 Years | 4% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Music Program
- * Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation (since 2005)
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2009)
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2009)
Intercollegiate Athletics
UMHB is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III (with football) classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (American Southwest Conference)
- Basketball (American Southwest Conference)
- Football (American Southwest Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

Get more information about the programs offered by University of Mary Hardin – Baylor by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Cell Biology and Anatomical Sciences (B)
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Accounting (B)
- Business Economics (B)
- Finance (B)
- International Business (B)
- Information Systems (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication (B)
- Journalism (B)
- Media Studies (B)
- Communication, General (B)
- Communications (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Information Science (M)
- Computer Science (B)
- Computer Graphics (B)
- Computer (B)
Education
- Elementary Education (B)
- Educational Leadership and Administration (M)
- Physical Education (B)
- Superintendency and Educational System Administration (D)
- Teacher Education, Multiple Levels (B)
- Higher Education Administration (D)
- Art Teacher Education (B)
- Educational, Instructional and Curriculum Supervision (M)
- Mathematics Teacher Education (B)
- Music Teacher Education (B)
- Educational Assessment, Testing and Measurement (M)
- English and Language Arts Teacher Education (B)
- Special Education (B)
- Spanish Language Teacher Education (B)
- History Teacher Education (B)
- Biology Teacher Education (B)
Engineering
- Pre-Engineering (B)
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B, M)
- Mental Health Counseling (M)
- Pre-Physical Therapy Studies (B)
- Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions (M)
- Marriage and Family Therapy (M)
- Athletic Training (B)
History
- History (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B)
Psychology
- Clinical Psychology (B)
- Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Kinesiology And Exercise Science (B, M)
- Sports Management (B, M)
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
- Sociology (B)
- Political Science (B)
Theology and Religious Vocations
- Christian Counseling (B)
- Biblical Studies (B)
- Religious and Sacred Music (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Music (B)
- Design and Visual Communications (B)
- Music Performance (B)
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B)
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Data Disclaimer
Information displayed on this page has been obtained from Institution, State, and Federal data sources, including the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) Survey 2010-2016. Information should be solely used for informational purposes only and may not be accurate for the current year. Contact University of Mary Hardin – Baylor for official up-to-date information.