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University of Mary Hardin-Baylor

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale Suburb: Small
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Dormitory capacity 2,064
Religious affiliation Baptist
Student to faculty ratio 17 to 1
Acceptance rate 99%
Students retention rate 62%
On-time graduation rate 53%

Located in Belton, Texas, UMHB is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 99% indicates that UMHB is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

University of Mary Hardin-Baylor 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.

The retention rate of students at UMHB is 62% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Texas is 68%, while the national average is 74%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at UMHB do not continue their studies after the first year.


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

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

99.3%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$31,500

Cost of attendance at University of Mary Hardin-Baylor 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

$31,500

Cost of attendance at University of Mary Hardin-Baylor 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, 99 of freshman students at University of Mary Hardin-Baylor received on average $14,023 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.

$14,023
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 289 39% $4,306 $1,244,515
Other Federal Grant 290 39% $5,239 $1,519,315
State Grant/Scholarships 332 45% $3,491 $1,158,893
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 727 99% $10,339 $7,516,416
Total Grant & Scholarships 727 99% $14,023 $10,194,624

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of University of Mary Hardin-Baylor 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 University of Mary Hardin-Baylor students is 52.6%. Female students graduated at a rate of 59.6%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 40.8%.

52.6%

  • asian 58.3% 7 students
  • African American 37.3% 41 students
  • white 57.4% 237 students
  • hispanic 50.0% 82 students
  • International Students 100.0% 4 students
  • Mixed Race 52.9% 9 students

Sport Conferences

  • Football American Southwest Conference
  • Baseball American Southwest Conference
  • Basketball American Southwest Conference
  • Track and Cross Country American Southwest Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

University of Mary Hardin-Baylor provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

University of Mary Hardin-Baylor 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
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)