Baylor Pathways
We now offer four unique pathway programs into Baylor for select students: Baylor Bridge, Baylor Accelerate, Verto Bears and the MCC Start Program.
Pre-College Pathway
Baylor Accelerate: Beginning the summer after their sophomore year of high school, students can apply to take discounted summer courses online through Baylor Accelerate. Not only can they get a jumpstart on their college career by earning transferable credit hours, but they can even earn Early Admission into Baylor upon meeting certain requirements!
Summer Start Pathway
Baylor Bridge: The Baylor Bridge program is a conditional freshman acceptance to Baylor University. Students invited to this program will participate together in an on-campus summer session designed to help them transition into full-time enrollment in the fall through intentional community building and targeted academic support.
Alternative Start Pathways
Verto Bears: Verto Bears is an invite-only study abroad program through Verto Education in partnership with Baylor and is a fully transferable, globally-focused program designed to help you achieve an enriched first year of college and prepare you for success in an increasingly global marketplace.
MCC Start Program: The MCC Start Program is an invite-only program in partnership with McLennan Community College (MCC) created specifically for students who we believe will thrive at Baylor with just a little more time to strengthen their academic foundation. This pathway is your direct route to becoming a Baylor Bear!
Accelerate, Baylor University’s Pre- College Program, allows high school students to get a jump start on college courses and prepare for college-level rigor.
The Baylor Bridge Program is a conditional summer pathway that allows students to begin classes on campus, earn Baylor credit, and transition to full fall admission after successfully completing the program.
Verto Bears is an invite-only program. By participating in Verto Bears, students will have the opportunity to study abroad with other first-year students before starting classes on our campus in Waco, Texas.
At McLennan Community College, you’ll take Baylor-transferable courses many with flexible online or in-person options—while saving money and getting connected in the Waco community.