Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 60%
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Dallas Baptist University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 38% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 59th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (TX wage index 0.97). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Dallas Baptist University
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting and Related Services | — | $103,694 | +36% | #35 of 796 | #19 | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | $51,444 | $78,870 | -5% | #211 of 452 | #205 | $20,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $47,888 | $72,897 | +7% | #289 of 1176 | #260 | $22,575 |
| Marketing | $48,313 | $66,736 | -4% | #256 of 516 | #251 | $18,125 |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations | $31,694 | $65,140 | +7% | #30 of 67 | #31 | — |
| Political Science and Government | — | $62,372 | -1% | #272 of 565 | #219 | — |
| Biology | $33,096 | $60,722 | +6% | #312 of 841 | #282 | $20,000 |
| Bible/Biblical Studies | $37,958 | $58,031 | +30% | #2 of 35 | #2 | $17,163 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | $35,924 | $55,690 | +-0% | #94 of 207 | #86 | $22,375 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $54,594 | $54,079 | +14% | #115 of 680 | #103 | $22,250 |
| Psychology | $36,952 | $51,088 | +1% | #452 of 1027 | #401 | $24,303 |
| Religious Education | $32,426 | $50,647 | +16% | #3 of 12 | #3 | $20,500 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $29,344 | $49,906 | -9% | #417 of 610 | #420 | $21,000 |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries | — | $49,408 | +15% | #6 of 29 | #2 | — |
| Communication and Media Studies | $35,812 | $48,598 | -14% | #487 of 660 | #493 | $19,500 |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication | $33,619 | $46,723 | -7% | #105 of 158 | #104 | $19,883 |
| Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management | $34,291 | $45,369 | -6% | #27 of 43 | #29 | $22,781 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication | $38,613 | — | — | — | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The Dallas Baptist University Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $229,435
- Avg rent near campus: $1,469/mo — vs ~$549/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 75203 (5.9% cap, Dallas)
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🏆 Where Dallas Baptist University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $36,510 | $36,510 |
| Room | $4,939 | |
| Board | $5,277 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $52,870 | $52,870 |
Financial Aid
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Dallas Baptist University's top programs commonly pursue.
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- Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology