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University of Mary Hardin–Baylor, commonly referred to as UMHB, is located in Belton, Texas, United States. It was founded in the year 1845 by the Republic of Texas. The first classes were offered in 1846. Students can choose from different academic programs in the fields of nursing, business administration, computer studies, communication, and medicine, among others. UMHB's academic divisions are:
University of Mary Hardin–Baylor sponsors both men's and women's sports teams. The men's teams participate in baseball, basketball, tennis, football, golf, and soccer, and the women compete in basketball, tennis, soccer, golf, volleyball, and softball.
University Of Mary Hardin Baylor is in Belton, TX. Belton is a small suburb. The school is classified as a Baptist college. University Of Mary Hardin Baylor is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Doctoral degree.
Fields of study in vogue at University Of Mary Hardin Baylor include mathematics, fine arts, computer science and engineering, and therapy and counseling.
Not all applicants to the school are accepted. The top quarter of students at University Of Mary Hardin Baylor scored at least 560 on the verbal SAT test. Students' math SAT scores were most often in the range 460 to 570 in 2007. People seek out the school, and many students are from other states.
The most successful professors at University Of Mary Hardin Baylor are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time.
Approximately 2,651 students study at the school (in 2007).
University Of Mary Hardin Baylor makes housing available to a large share of its students. Students at the school can take advantage of the school's meal plans. Students participate in American Southwest Conference athletics.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor prepares students for leadership, service, and faith-informed discernment in a global society. Academic excellence, personal attention, broad-based scholarship, and a commitment to a Baptist vision for education distinguish our Christ-centered learning community."
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Mary Hardin Baylor
900 College St
Belton, TX 76513-2599
General Phone: (800) 727-8642
http://www.umhb.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education And Teaching | 94 | elementary school teaching, physical education teaching, educational administration, music teaching, school counseling, special ed, social studies teaching, English teaching, ... |
| Liberal Arts | 78 | general studies, Spanish language, history, sociology, English, political science |
| Business And Management | 77 | business management, marketing, accounting, finance, managerial economics, business, MIS |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 66 | registered nursing |
| Therapy And Counseling | 61 | psychology, mental health counseling, educational psychology |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 42 | computer science, computer graphics, computer and info science, information science |
| Science | 26 | biology, call and molecular biology, chemistry, biomedical sciences |
| Religion And Philosophy | 26 | Christian studies, religion, bible studies, theology, religious music, pastoral counseling |
| Family And Social Work | 21 | social work |
| Fine Arts | 18 | fine arts |
| Media | 15 | communication studies, journalism |
| Mathematics | 9 | mathematics |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 7 | drama |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 6 | parks and recreation studies, athletic trainer, sports and fitness management |
| Music | 3 | music performance, music theory and composition |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 1 | criminal justice and administration |
| Medical Support And Technology | 0 | clinical lab tech |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of Mary Hardin Baylor in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 507 | 52 |
| Master's degree | 43 | 11 |
In 2007, University Of Mary Hardin Baylor had a total enrollment of 2,651 students (2,435 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 45% |
| Women | 55% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 93% |
| Graduate | 7% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 74% |
| Black | 11% |
| Hispanic | 12% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 31% |
| 20-21 | 29% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 8% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 60 % |
University Of Mary Hardin Baylor offers campus housing for 1,215 of its 2,435 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Belton, Texas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Texas Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,258 | 962 | 76% | 482 | 50% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 440 | 560 |
| SAT Math | 460 | 570 |
| SAT Writing | 440 | 550 |
| ACT Verbal | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 79% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 57% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 17,700 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 17,700 |
| Room and board | $ 4,700 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,372 |
Financial Aid:
University Of Mary Hardin Baylor participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 358800)
University Of Mary Hardin Baylor has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 23 | 16 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 16 | 29 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 15 | 28 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 18 | $67,054 | 12 | $61,377 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 18 | $59,369 | 27 | $54,921 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 15 | $50,133 | 24 | $49,033 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 8 | $49,796 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 52 | $59,377 | 71 | $53,444 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | American Southwest Conference |
| Basketball | American Southwest Conference |
| Baseball | American Southwest Conference |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Business/Managerial Economics
Finance, General
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Graphics
Computer Science
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Information Science/Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Chemistry Teacher Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Education, General
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
History Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Reading Teacher Education
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Social Studies Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
General Studies
History, General
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Journalism
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music Theory and Composition
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Christian Studies
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
Religion/Religious Studies
Religious/Sacred Music
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biomedical Sciences, General
Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology
Chemistry, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Educational Psychology
Mental Health Counseling/Counselor
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets University Of Mary Hardin Baylor Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% |  |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Baptist affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (air force) NCAA athletic conference member
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