Dallas Baptist University (DBU)

Type	4 year, Private
Business Model	Non Profit
Campus locale	City: Large
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	4-1-4

Student body size	Small
Dormitory capacity	2,265
Religious affiliation	Baptist
Student to faculty ratio	14 to 1
Acceptance rate	94%
Students retention rate	68%
On-time graduation rate	61%

Located in Dallas, Texas, DBU is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The university operates on a 4-1-4 calendar system, allowing students to engage in intensive study during the two shorter terms. This unique academic structure provides students with the opportunity to explore specialized areas of interest or complete internships, enhancing their overall educational experience.

The acceptance rate of 94% indicates that DBU is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Dallas Baptist University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 14-to-1, DBU emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

The student retention rate of 68% at DBU suggests that a significant percentage of students choose to continue their studies at the institution after their first-year.

Accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
The institution provides on-campus housing
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Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

94%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$33,620

Cost of attendance at Dallas Baptist University in 2022 for students from Texas.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Texas's average	$7,907
National average	$30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$33,620

Cost of attendance at Dallas Baptist University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Texas's average	$17,011
National average	$30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 96 of freshman students at Dallas Baptist University received on average $16,972 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$16,972

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	184	30%	$4,413	$812,052
Other Federal Grant	184	30%	$4,924	$906,022
State Grant/Scholarships	239	39%	$3,367	$804,691
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	574	95%	$14,258	$8,184,052
Total Grant & Scholarships	583	96%	$16,972	$9,894,765

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Dallas Baptist University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Dallas Baptist University students is 61.3%. Female students graduated at a rate of 63.6%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 57.5%.

61.3%

asian 63.6% 7 students
African American 42.1% 16 students
white 65.6% 246 students
hispanic 46.8% 29 students

Sport Conferences

Baseball Missouri Valley Conference
Basketball Lone Star Conference
Track and Cross Country Lone Star Conference

Athletic Associations

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA)

Service Offerings

Dallas Baptist University provides the following additional services to its students

Remedial services
Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Dallas Baptist University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

Weekend/evening classes
Study abroad
Teacher certification
ROTC - Army
ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
Credit for military training
Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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