Arlington Baptist Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Arlington Baptist University is a private university in Arlington, Texas, enrolling about 284 students. Arlington Baptist University awards degrees and certificates tracked in federal College Scorecard and IPEDS reporting. Published tuition for full-time study is about $20,830 per year before aid; net price varies by family income. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $44,644 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $20,830
- 2024 Average Net Price: $24,906 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 284 97.9% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 19.44%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
- First-Generation Students: 45.8%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 10.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 33.8% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 21.9%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 309
- Room & Board: $8,980 annual estimate
Arlington Baptist University: what the data shows
Common questions about Arlington Baptist University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Arlington Baptist University?
Arlington Baptist University is located in Arlington, TX (ZIP 76012-3425).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Arlington Baptist University public or private?
Arlington Baptist University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Arlington Baptist University cost?
Published tuition: $20,830.
Average net price after aid: $24,906.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $21,759 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $21,518 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $26,892 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $28,642 |
| $110,001+ | $25,941 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $83,320.
How big is Arlington Baptist University?
Total enrollment: 284 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 309 students.
Graduate enrollment: 18 students.
About 98% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Arlington Baptist University?
150%-time completion rate: 19.44%.
First-year retention: 41.2%.
What do graduates of Arlington Baptist University earn?
Median earnings: $32,206 six years after entry; $44,644 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $27,000.
53.09% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Arlington Baptist University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business/Commerce, General (16 completions)
- Pastoral Studies/Counseling (5 completions)
- General Studies (4 completions)
- Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other (2 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Arlington Baptist University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 19.44%; median earnings $44,644 at 10 years; net price $24,906. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$20,830
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Arlington Baptist University was $20,830.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$24,906
2024 Value
In 2024 Arlington Baptist University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $24,906.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$99,624 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$24,906 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$83,320 4-Year Tuition
$8,980 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,600 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$31,410 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$125,640 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Arlington Baptist University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
53.09% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
68.36% 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 Arlington Baptist University 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 Arlington Baptist University 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 | $8,840 | $8,840 | $13,102 |
| 2014 | $9,000 | $9,000 | $15,326 |
| 2015 | $11,000 | $11,000 | $15,813 |
| 2016 | $11,500 | $11,500 | $16,131 |
| 2017 | $13,600 | $13,600 | $17,892 |
| 2018 | $13,690 | $13,690 | $20,218 |
| 2019 | $14,370 | $14,370 | $18,531 |
| 2020 | $15,050 | $15,050 | $23,104 |
| 2021 | $15,247 | $15,247 | $24,513 |
| 2022 | $17,480 | $17,480 | $21,381 |
| 2023 | $19,290 | $19,290 | $28,599 |
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
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Arlington Baptist University reported total enrollment of about 284 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 68% male and 32% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (40.8%), White (35.2%), and Black or African American (21.1%). About 53.09% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 45.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
97.9% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Arlington Baptist University in 2024 is 284 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 309 students. Graduate enrollment is about 18 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
41.2%
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 Hispanic or Latino at 40.8%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
16.67% 100% Completion Time
19.44% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 16.67% of students graduating from Arlington Baptist University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business/Commerce, General: 38% male / 62% female
- Pastoral Studies/Counseling: 80% male / 20% female
- General Studies: 50% male / 50% 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 Arlington Baptist University.
Return on Investment
$27,000 Median Student Debt
$44,644 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
60.48% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
348.12% Return on Investment
6.0 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Arlington Baptist University.
Top Programs by Completions
4 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 5 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business/Commerce, General: 16 completions
2. Pastoral Studies/Counseling: 5 completions
3. General Studies: 4 completions
4. Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other: 2 completions
Most popular programs at Arlington Baptist University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Arlington Baptist University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Arlington Baptist University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 21.9%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $4,195
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $4,085
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Arlington Baptist University is a private non-profit institution located in Arlington, TX, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business/Commerce, General, Pastoral Studies/Counseling, General Studies. Enrollment is approximately 284 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (40.8%), White (35.2%), Black or African American (21.1%). The 150%-time completion rate is 19.44%. Approximately 53.09% of students receive Pell Grants. About 45.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
Location
Arlington, TX 76012-3425
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 19.44% graduation rate at Arlington Baptist University falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Arlington Baptist University located?
Arlington Baptist University is located in Arlington, TX.
How much does Arlington Baptist University cost?
Reported tuition is $20,830 and average net price is $24,906 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $8,980 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Arlington Baptist University?
Arlington Baptist University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 309 students, Hispanic or Latino (40.8%), White (35.2%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Arlington Baptist University?
About 45.8% of students at Arlington Baptist University are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Arlington Baptist University earn?
Median earnings are $32,206 six years after entry and $44,644 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Arlington Baptist University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 19.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Arlington Baptist University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $27,000.
Is Arlington Baptist University public or private?
Arlington Baptist University is a private nonprofit institution located in Arlington, TX.
Is Arlington Baptist University an HBCU?
No. Arlington Baptist University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Arlington Baptist University a tribal college?
No. Arlington Baptist University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Arlington Baptist University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Arlington Baptist University reports 40.8% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is Arlington Baptist University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Arlington Baptist University: Baptist.
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
- Arlington, Texas city profile
- 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.