by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 3,015 undergraduates in 2020, Wayland Baptist University is a small, private university located in Plainview, Texas. This is a great opportunity for those who would thrive in a charming, small-town atmosphere. Should you tire of the campus however, Wayland Baptist University offers a “study abroad” program. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Wayland Baptist University can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Wayland Baptist University Guide to Distance and Online Learning.
Some, but not all, schools with a religious affiliation may require a statement of faith or religious studies component. Contact the school to see what their requirements are. If an affinity with the Southern Baptist faith interests you, check out our ranking of The Best Southern Baptist Colleges and Universities.
For more information on policies and accommodations that the university provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Wayland Baptist University Disability Services.
While not a "service academy", Wayland Baptist University does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. Undergraduates have access to one or more ROTC programs. For more information on policies related to veterans, you can visit Wayland Baptist University Veteran Services . For more information, check out our Wayland Baptist University for Veterans Guide.
Wayland Baptist University offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it. In the end though, most do choose to live in the dorms.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
Wayland Baptist University has a comparatively small, student body. There were 3,015 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 1,590 (52.7%). Part-time attendance was 1,425 (47.3%).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1,590 | 1,425 | 3,015 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Wayland Baptist University receives top marks for overall diversity. We rank Wayland Baptist University #306 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Wayland Baptist University by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Wayland Baptist University Diversity Guide.
Wayland Baptist University has a total of 234 student athletes, 120 men and 114 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
| Total Revenue (all teams) | $5,224,904 |
| Total Expenses (all teams) | $5,224,904 |
| Net | $0 |
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Wayland Baptist University Athletics