C
Average
Score: 48/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
57/100 · earnings-weighted

University of Mary Hardin-Baylor

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Belton, Texas 76513
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor campus, Belton, TX
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor campus, Belton, TX. Photo: Billy Hathorn, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

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: 53%
Outcomes
B
67/100
Affordability
F
20/100
Resources
C
46/100
Experience
B+
79/100
Prestige
D
31/100

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

3,520
Total Enrollment
53%
Graduation Rate
68%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
95%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$56,132
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$48,368
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$26,000
Median debt at graduation
49.3%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,099
Average SAT
22
Median ACT
39.7%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 46% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 56th 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 University of Mary Hardin-Baylor

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.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$76,167$88,815+-0%#406 of 966#402$27,000
Accounting and Related Services$59,814$78,344+3%#287 of 796#290$23,500
Computer Science—$78,137-27%#308 of 349#305—
Business Administration, Management and Operations$51,203$65,603-4%#553 of 1176#550$27,000
Marketing$40,933$64,581-7%#303 of 516#309$27,000
Engineering$63,830—————
Biology$36,637$59,307+4%#359 of 841#335$22,910
Finance and Financial Management Services$53,751—————
Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences$29,023$53,746-19%#33 of 35#31$27,250
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas$52,133$52,923+3%#122 of 345#143$27,000
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness$30,674$52,245-4%#336 of 610#352$25,000
Criminal Justice and Corrections—$50,900-8%#469 of 660#478—
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$50,657$50,730+7%#213 of 680#254$26,375
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$42,522$50,346-5%#290 of 476#292$28,143
Social Work—$49,816-4%#276 of 420#309$25,000
Communication and Media Studies$34,282$49,545-12%#456 of 660#467$21,500
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology$33,805$42,301-16%#51 of 59#51$26,000

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.

For parents & investors

The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $307,498
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,704/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 76541 (5.9% cap, Killeen)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $30,600 $30,600
Total Cost (On-Campus) $48,200 $48,200

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
37%
Receive Pell Grants
66%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

3,520
Total Students
64%
Women
88%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 52%
Hispanic 26%
Black 13%
Asian 2%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 57%
Hybrid (Some Online) 37%
Fully Online 6%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 88%
25-64 (Adult) 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Mary Hardin-Baylor?
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor has an acceptance rate of 95%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend University of Mary Hardin-Baylor?
Tuition at University of Mary Hardin-Baylor is $30,600 for in-state students and $30,600 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at University of Mary Hardin-Baylor?
The graduation rate at University of Mary Hardin-Baylor is 53%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is University of Mary Hardin-Baylor a good school?
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • 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
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend University of Mary Hardin-Baylor?
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor has a total enrollment of 3,520 students. Most students (88%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology