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Dallas Baptist University

Dallas Baptist University is a medium, private institution located in Dallas, tx. Founded in 1898, Dallas Baptist University offers undergraduate degrees in 143 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Private
athletics Division 2
undergraduates 2,674 undergraduates
cost $35,310
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Admissions

Will I get into Dallas Baptist University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 91.4%
SAT score average 1095
ACT score average 22
Average high school GPA 3.51
Application fee N/A
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Dallas Baptist University is known for one of its top majors: Psychology, General. Their student-faculty ratio is 17:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
17 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Social Sciences and Psychology
Business and Management
Other
Education and Teaching
Health and Medical Professions
Computer Science and Information Technology
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies

Popular majors

Psychology, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Educational Administration and Supervision
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries
Health and Physical Education/Fitness
Information Science/Studies

Tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $35,310
Additional expenses
Room & board $9,351
Books & supplies $1,410
Other expenses $3,186
Cost of attendance* $49,257
Financial aid package $28,178
Estimated cost $21,079 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $35,310
Additional expenses
Room & board $9,351
Books & supplies $1,410
Other expenses $3,186
Cost of attendance* $49,257
Financial aid package $28,178
Estimated cost $21,079 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? Dallas Baptist University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,674, with gender binary students split 41% male and 59% female.

Total enrollment

4,201

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
34%
African American %
6%
Hispanic American %
10%
Asian %
2%
Native American %
1%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
0%
Unknown %
47%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Dallas Baptist University, students love their Greek Life Organizations. Student athletes compete in Division 2 sports.

Campus info

map 3000 Mountain Creek Parkway, Dallas, TX 75211-9299
phone 214-333-7100
address https://www.dbu.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Greek life organizations

Baptist student ministry

Student government association

International student organizations

Student activities board

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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 2
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Dallas Baptist University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Dallas Baptist University?

Dallas Baptist University is located in Dallas, tx.

What is the acceptance rate at Dallas Baptist University? 

The acceptance rate for Dallas Baptist University is 91%.

What’s the average GPA for Dallas Baptist University?

The average high school GPA for Dallas Baptist University students was 3.51.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Dallas Baptist University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Dallas Baptist University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $197,028.

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