Undergraduate Admissions

At Baylor, students are challenged to think beyond the classroom by actively participating in domestic and global research, engaging in study abroad opportunities, and utilizing the resources of the university to lay the groundwork for a successful future. 

Learn more about the ways research by Baylor’s faculty impacts the world. Their work, enhanced by a culture of collaboration across the disciplines, is fully aligned with the aspirations of a Christian research university dedicated to unleashing faculty and students alike to discover meaningful solutions for the betterment of the world.

Baylor is a charter member of the Big 12 Conference and offers the thrill and excitement of Division 1 athletics! Learn more about our national championship-winning teams along with our club and intramural sport offerings.

From deep-rooted traditions to 375+ student organizations, Baylor has a vibrant campus culture that cares deeply for one another and helps to foster leadership skills, lasting friendships and deep affinity for our university home.

Baylor holds firmly to the conviction that the world needs a preeminent research university that is distinctly Christian. However, we welcome students from any or no faith background, including those from about 40 different religious affiliations as part of our undergraduate student body.

Located in the heart of Texas, Waco is the perfect mid-size city which offers the exciting amenities and attractions of a large city with the familiar comfort of a smaller town. Learn more about why Waco is an essential piece of the Baylor experience!