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How to Get Into Dallas Baptist University

Dallas, TX · Private nonprofit · 2025-2026 cycle · Verified data

Dallas Baptist University Admissions Statistics

89%
Acceptance Rate
490-620
SAT Reading (mid 50%)
470-593
SAT Math (mid 50%)
20-26
ACT (mid 50%)
2,403
Undergrads
57%
Graduation Rate

How to Actually Get Into Dallas Baptist University

The bar here is clear

Dallas Baptist University admits most qualified applicants. Clear the academic bar (the ranges below) and your odds are strong. The real questions become fit, cost, and whether it earns its slot on your list, not whether you can get in.

Position your scores against the real bands

The middle 50% of enrolled students sits around 960-1213 combined SAT or 20-26 ACT. Above the 75th percentile, scores work for you and this can behave like a target. Below the 25th percentile, the rest of your application has to carry the file, treat it as a reach. Since scores are not required (test-optional) here, submit only if you're inside or above the band; a below-band score is information you don't have to volunteer.

The bigger picture: no single school decides your outcome, the shape of your whole list does. Read how top counselors build a college list before you finalize where Dallas Baptist University fits.

Dallas Baptist University Application Deadlines (2025-2026)

Round Deadline
Regular Decision (RD) Rolling

Deadlines verified from official sources for the 2025-2026 cycle. Rounds change year to year, always confirm on the school's site before submitting.

Application Requirements & Costs

Application platform Common App
Application fee $0
Test scores Not required (test-optional)
Writing supplement Not required
Counselor recommendation Not required

Dallas Baptist University Cost & Financial Aid

Total cost of attendance (sticker, per year) $52,716
Tuition & fees $40,190
Room & board (on campus) $11,876
Average net price (aid-receiving families) $28,516

What You'd Actually Pay, by Family Income

Average net price per year (after grants and scholarships) for aid-receiving families, from federal College Scorecard data:

Family income Average net price / year
$0-30k $25,326
$30-48k $25,996
$48-75k $28,024
$75-110k $28,242
$110k+ $32,273
23%
Students receiving Pell Grants
32%
Students taking federal loans
64%
Freshman retention rate
16:1
Student-faculty ratio

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