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About Wayland Baptist University
Wayland Baptist University is a private university in Plainview, TX, known for its faith-based mission, small class sizes, and baptist affiliation. With an acceptance rate of 70%, Wayland Baptist University is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 262 students each year. Wayland Baptist University is test optional; submitting a strong score can strengthen an application, though it is not required for consideration. Wayland Baptist University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $11,388 per year; the sticker price of $35,670 may look very different from what your family actually pays.
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Financial Aid & Cost
What Wayland Baptist University actually costs your family
Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.
| Family Income | Sticker Price | Est. Net Cost / yr |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | ~$36k/yr | $20.1k |
| 30k-48k | ~$36k/yr | $16.3k |
| 48k-75k | ~$36k/yr | $19.9k |
| 75k-110k | ~$36k/yr | $21.5k |
| 110k+ | ~$36k/yr | $25.4k |
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