Wayland Baptist University is a private, coeducational Baptist University
located in Plainview, Texas. The university was chartered by the state of Texas,
under the name 'Wayland Literary and Technical Institute,' on August 31, 1908.
Wayland is one of the largest Southern Baptist universities in the U.S. The
university is divided into the following divisions:
School Behavioral and Social Sciences
School of Business
School of Education
School of Fine Arts
School of Languages and Literature
School of Math and Science
School of Music
School of Religion and Philosophy
Wayland's athletic teams are nicknamed the Pioneers and members of the Sooner
Athletic Conference. They compete at the Division I level of the National
Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA).
Wayland Baptist University is located in Plainview, TX (a self-contained town).
The school is a Southern Baptist school. Wayland Baptist University is a
private, not-for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by the
school is the Master's degree.
Course Topics
Wayland Baptist University is known for its programs in business and management,
education and teaching, and family and social work.
Wayland Baptist University Selectivity
The school does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007 had
SAT verbal scores of at least 390. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students
fell between 410 and 570. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication
of the quality or special character of the school.
Student Enrollment
Wayland Baptist University had 5,899 enrolled students in 2007. A large number
of students at the school are 40 years old or older.
Student Life
Wayland Baptist University offers students meal plans. The school values student
athletics, and belongs to the Sooner Athletic Conference.
Contact:
Wayland Baptist University
1900 W 7th St.
Plainview, TX 79072
General Phone: (806) 291-1000
http://www.wbu.edu
