University of Mary Hardin Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor is a private research university in Belton, Texas, serving roughly 2,759 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 95.76% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $56,132 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $32,020
- 2024 Average Net Price: $26,106 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 95.76% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,759 95.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 49.31%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
- First-Generation Students: 32.4%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 3.8% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 5.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 48.3%
- Average SAT Score: 1099
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 3,057
- Applicants (IPEDS): 11,407
- Room & Board: $13,224 annual estimate
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Mary Hardin-Baylor?
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor is located in Belton, TX (ZIP 76513-2599).
NCES locale classification: Rural distant.
Is University of Mary Hardin-Baylor public or private?
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does University of Mary Hardin-Baylor cost?
Published tuition: $32,020.
Average net price after aid: $26,106.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $22,089 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $23,064 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $23,607 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $27,343 |
| $110,001+ | $33,166 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $128,080.
How hard is it to get into University of Mary Hardin-Baylor?
Admission rate: 95.76%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1099 and midpoint ACT 22.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of Mary Hardin-Baylor?
Total enrollment: 2,759 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 3,057 students.
Graduate enrollment: 518 students.
About 95% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Mary Hardin-Baylor?
150%-time completion rate: 49.31%.
First-year retention: 62.4%.
What do graduates of University of Mary Hardin-Baylor earn?
Median earnings: $48,368 six years after entry; $56,132 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $26,000.
39.65% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Mary Hardin-Baylor known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (135 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (52 completions)
- Clinical Psychology (46 completions)
- Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other (42 completions)
- Physician Associate/Assistant (36 completions)
- Physical Therapy/Therapist (35 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (34 completions)
- General Studies (33 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (33 completions)
- Occupational Therapy/Therapist (28 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Mary Hardin-Baylor a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 95.76%; completion rate 49.31%; median earnings $56,132 at 10 years; net price $26,106. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$32,020
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Mary Hardin-Baylor was $32,020.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$26,106
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Mary Hardin-Baylor had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $26,106.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$104,424 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$26,106 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$128,080 4-Year Tuition
$13,224 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$330 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$45,574 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$182,296 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Mary Hardin-Baylor.
Financial Aid by Income Level
39.65% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
60.71% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at University of Mary Hardin-Baylor was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for University of Mary Hardin-Baylor in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $25,200 | $25,200 | $22,487 |
| 2014 | $25,650 | $25,650 | $22,622 |
| 2015 | $26,100 | $26,100 | $23,676 |
| 2016 | $26,550 | $26,550 | $22,539 |
| 2017 | $27,600 | $27,600 | $23,966 |
| 2018 | $28,650 | $28,650 | $24,346 |
| 2019 | $29,700 | $29,700 | $27,099 |
| 2020 | $30,750 | $30,750 | $26,859 |
| 2021 | $31,500 | $31,500 | $29,986 |
| 2022 | $31,950 | $31,950 | $30,391 |
| 2023 | $33,150 | $33,150 | $28,690 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
95.76% Acceptance Rate
11,407 Total Applicants
10,850 Students Admitted
825 First-Time Students Enrolled
7.60% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1099
ACT Average: 22
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor reported total enrollment of about 2,759 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 38% male and 62% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (47.1%), Hispanic or Latino (31.8%), and Black or African American (13.2%). About 39.65% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 32.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
95.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Mary Hardin-Baylor in 2024 is 2,759 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 3,057 students. Graduate enrollment is about 518 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
62.4%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 47.1%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
35.78% 100% Completion Time
49.31% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 35.78% of students graduating from University of Mary Hardin-Baylor completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 9% male / 91% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 62% male / 38% female
- Clinical Psychology: 17% male / 83% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of Mary Hardin-Baylor.
Return on Investment
$26,000 Median Student Debt
$56,132 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
46.32% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
437.54% Return on Investment
4.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Mary Hardin-Baylor.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 66 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 135 completions
2. Business Administration and Management, General: 52 completions
3. Clinical Psychology: 46 completions
4. Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other: 42 completions
5. Physician Associate/Assistant: 36 completions
6. Physical Therapy/Therapist: 35 completions
7. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 34 completions
8. General Studies: 33 completions
9. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 33 completions
Most popular programs at University of Mary Hardin-Baylor.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Mary Hardin-Baylor graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Mary Hardin-Baylor from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 48.3%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,752
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $11,301
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor is a private non-profit institution located in Belton, TX, classified as Doctoral/Professional Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Clinical Psychology. Enrollment is approximately 2,759 students. Student body composition includes White (47.1%), Hispanic or Latino (31.8%), Black or African American (13.2%). The admission rate is 95.76%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1099. The 150%-time completion rate is 49.31%. Approximately 39.65% of students receive Pell Grants. About 32.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
Location
Belton, TX 76513-2599
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 66 distinct degree programs, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Mary Hardin-Baylor located?
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor is located in Belton, TX.
What is University of Mary Hardin-Baylor's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of Mary Hardin-Baylor is 95.8% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 11,407 applicants and 10,850 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of Mary Hardin-Baylor cost?
Reported tuition is $32,020 and average net price is $26,106 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $13,224 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Mary Hardin-Baylor?
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor reports undergraduate enrollment of about 3,057 students, White (47.1%), Hispanic or Latino (31.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Mary Hardin-Baylor?
About 32.4% of students at University of Mary Hardin-Baylor are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of Mary Hardin-Baylor?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor reports midpoint SAT about 1099 and midpoint ACT about 22.
What do graduates of University of Mary Hardin-Baylor earn?
Median earnings are $48,368 six years after entry and $56,132 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Mary Hardin-Baylor?
The 150%-time completion rate is 49.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Mary Hardin-Baylor students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $26,000.
Is University of Mary Hardin-Baylor public or private?
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor is a private nonprofit institution located in Belton, TX.
Is University of Mary Hardin-Baylor an HBCU?
No. University of Mary Hardin-Baylor is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Mary Hardin-Baylor a tribal college?
No. University of Mary Hardin-Baylor is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Texas college costs
- Texas colleges by ROI
- Southwest regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Texas
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.