Taylor University: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #3519 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #985 of 2,597 | In North America |
| #917 of 2,496 | In the United States |
| #23 of 55 | In Indiana |
| #2397 of 4,103 | For Theology / Divinity / Religious studies |
Quick Review
- Religion
- Interdenominational
- Acceptance rate
- 75%
- Undergraduates
- 2,188
- Graduates
- 33
- Male:Female Ratio
- 45:55
- Control
- Private
not-for-profit - Highest Degree
- Master's degree
- Website
- taylor.edu
Taylor University Acceptance rate and admissions statistics
Taylor University has an acceptance rate of 75% and is among the top 39% of the most difficult universities to gain admission to in the United States. The university reports the admission statistics without distinguishing between local and international students.
| Total | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 75% | 74% | 75% |
| Applicants | 2,099 | 913 | 1,186 |
| Admissions | 1,566 | 675 | 891 |
| Freshmen enrolled full time | 521 | 244 | 277 |
437 students enrolled in some distance education courses.
368 enrolled exclusively in distance education.
SAT scores
Among admitted applicants
320 or 61%
submitted SAT
25% of them
had 1090
or below
75% of them
had 1310
or below
Typical SAT scores of first-years in Taylor University are 1090-1310 (middle 50% range).
ACT scores
Among admitted applicants
183 or 35%
submitted ACT
25% of them
had 23
or below
75% of them
had 30
or below
Typical ACT scores of first-years in Taylor University are 23-30 (middle 50% range).
Admissions requirements
| College-preparatory program | Required |
|---|---|
| Recommendations | Required |
| Secondary school GPA | Required |
| Secondary school record | Required |
| TOEFL | Required |
| SAT/ACT | Considered but not required |
| Secondary school rank | Considered but not required |
| Formal demonstration of competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
| Other Tests | Neither required nor recommended |
Enrollment demographics by race or ethnicity
| White | 1771 (80%) |
|---|---|
| Nonresident Alien | 103 (5%) |
| Hispanic | 103 (5%) |
| Black or African American | 75 (3%) |
| Asian | 66 (3%) |
| Two or more races | 53 (2%) |
| Race or Ethnicity unknown | 39 (2%) |
| Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander | 7 (0.3%) |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 1 (0%) |
Costs per year: Tuition, Housing, Fees
The average net cost to attend Taylor University is $27,366 per year, calculated as the sum of the average cost of tuition, room and board, books, and supplies, reduced by the amount of average financial aid received.
The final cost of attendance varies for each student based on household income, residency, program, and other factors.
Average costs by household income
| <$30K | $14,347 |
|---|---|
| $30-48K | $14,578 |
| $48-75K | $22,529 |
| $75-110K | $26,531 |
| $110K+ | $30,969 |
Tuition and fees
| Undergraduates | Graduates | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition in-district | $37,176 | $10,524 |
| Tuition in-state | $37,176 | $10,524 |
| Tuition out-of-state | $37,176 | $10,524 |
| Fee in-district | $300 | $300 |
| Fee in-state | $300 | $300 |
| Fee out-of-state | $300 | $300 |
Room and board costs
| Dormitory capacity | 1,585 |
|---|---|
| Combined charge for room and board | $11,058 |
| Room charge | $5,800 |
| Meal charge | $5,258 |
Taylor University majors
Taylor University has granted 419 bachelor's degrees across 55 programs and 18 master's across 2 programs. Below is a table with majors that lead to degrees at Taylor University.
| Major | Associate | Bachelor | Master |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 37 | ||
| Business Administration and Management, General | 29 | ||
| Cinematography and Film & Video Production | 29 | ||
| Psychology, General | 28 | ||
| Marketing & Marketing Management, General | 23 | ||
| Biology & Biological Sciences, General | 21 | ||
| Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology | 16 | ||
| Computer Science | 13 | ||
| Finance, General | 13 | ||
| Higher Education & Higher Education Administration | 12 | ||
| Political Science and Government, General | 11 | ||
| Multi- & Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 10 | ||
| Physiology, General | 10 | ||
| Public Relations & Image Management | 10 | ||
| Accounting | 9 | ||
| Graphic Design | 9 | ||
| Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing | 1 | 8 | |
| Social Work | 9 | ||
| Computer and Information Sciences, Other | 8 | ||
| Social Studies Teacher Education | 8 | ||
| Behavioral Aspects of Health | 7 | ||
| Communication, General | 7 | ||
| Computer Engineering, General | 6 | ||
| Computer and Information Systems Security & Auditing & Information Assurance | 6 | ||
| Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other | 6 | ||
| English Language and Literature, General | 5 | ||
| International Relations and Affairs | 5 | ||
| Mathematics Teacher Education | 5 | ||
| Music, General | 5 | ||
| Sport and Fitness Administration & Management | 5 | ||
| Bible & Biblical Studies | 4 | ||
| Chemistry, General | 4 | ||
| Drama and Dramatics & Theatre Arts, General | 4 | ||
| Engineering, General | 4 | ||
| English & Language Arts Teacher Education | 4 | ||
| Environmental Science | 4 | ||
| Applied Mathematics, General | 3 | ||
| Art Teacher Education | 3 | ||
| Art Therapy & Therapist | 3 | ||
| Health Services & Allied Health & Health Sciences, General | 3 | ||
| History, General | 3 | ||
| Journalism, Other | 3 | ||
| Mathematics, General | 3 | ||
| Pastoral Studies & Counseling | 3 | ||
| Biochemistry | 2 | ||
| Fine & Studio Arts, General | 2 | ||
| Music Teacher Education | 2 | ||
| Philosophy | 2 | ||
| Spanish Language Teacher Education | 2 | ||
| Sustainability Studies | 2 | ||
| American Government and Politics (United States) | 1 | ||
| Chemistry, Other | 1 | ||
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other | 1 | ||
| Musical Theatre | 1 | ||
| Physics, General | 1 | ||
| Sociology and Anthropology | 1 | ||
| Spanish Language and Literature | 1 | ||
| Youth Ministry | 1 | ||
| Grand Total | 2 | 419 | 18 |
Taylor University has a graduation rate of 78%, which is among the 14% highest for universities in the US.
| Total | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation rate | 78% | 75% | 81% |
| |||
Publications & Citations
Taylor University has published 737 scientific papers with 6,907 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Environmental Science, Computer Science, Biology, Engineering, Medicine, Physics, Philosophy, Political Science, and Sociology.
Publication / Citation count by topic
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 7 | 16 |
| 1992 | 10 | 18 |
| 1993 | 6 | 17 |
| 1994 | 3 | 20 |
| 1995 | 12 | 26 |
| 1996 | 9 | 36 |
| 1997 | 4 | 20 |
| 1998 | 11 | 28 |
| 1999 | 13 | 38 |
| 2000 | 8 | 46 |
| 2001 | 21 | 68 |
| 2002 | 17 | 75 |
| 2003 | 9 | 101 |
| 2004 | 16 | 118 |
| 2005 | 6 | 110 |
| 2006 | 12 | 133 |
| 2007 | 14 | 125 |
| 2008 | 16 | 177 |
| 2009 | 18 | 222 |
| 2010 | 18 | 231 |
| 2011 | 18 | 248 |
| 2012 | 29 | 258 |
| 2013 | 32 | 282 |
| 2014 | 26 | 270 |
| 2015 | 35 | 301 |
| 2016 | 33 | 300 |
| 2017 | 26 | 278 |
| 2018 | 37 | 318 |
| 2019 | 30 | 360 |
| 2020 | 55 | 403 |
| 2021 | 17 | 667 |
| 2022 | 27 | 659 |
| 2023 | 35 | 698 |
Notable alumni
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Jackie Walorski
- Enrolled in Taylor University
- In 1985 graduated with Bachelor of Arts
- Occupations
- journalistpoliticianphilanthropist
- Biography
-
Jacqueline Renae Walorski was an American politician who served as the U.S. representative for Indiana's 2nd congressional district from 2013 until her death in 2022. She was a member of the Republican Party. Walorski served in the Indiana House of Representatives, representing Indiana's 21st district, from 2005 to 2010. In 2010, she won the Republican nomination for Indiana's 2nd congressional district, but narrowly lost the general election to Democratic incumbent Joe Donnelly. Walorski won the seat in 2012 after Donnelly vacated it to run for the U.S. Senate, and was reelected four times.
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General Nelson A. Miles
- Occupations
- military officerpolitician
- Biography
-
Nelson Appleton Miles was a United States Army officer who served in the American Civil War, the American Indian Wars and the Spanish–American War. From 1895 to 1903, Miles served as the last Commanding General of the United States Army, before the office was transformed into the Chief of Staff of the Army.
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Tim Walberg
- Enrolled in Taylor University
- In 1975 graduated with Bachelor of Science
- Occupations
- politicianpriest
- Biography
-
Timothy Lee Walberg is an American serving as the U.S. representative from Michigan's 5th congressional district since 2023. A member of the Republican Party, he previously represented the 7th district from 2007 to 2009 and from 2011 to 2023. As the longest tenured member from Michigan, Walberg is the current Dean of its delegation to the U.S. House of Representatives.
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Samuel Kaboo Morris
- Occupations
- mysticmissionary
- Biography
-
Samuel Kaboo Morris was a Liberian prince who converted to evangelical Christianity around the age of 14 He left Liberia for the United States of America to achieve an education at around the age of 18 years. He arrived at Taylor University in December 1891. A residence hall at Taylor bearing his name now exists. He died on May 12, 1893 after contracting a severe cold.
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Geoff Moore
- Occupations
- songwritersinger
- Biography
-
Geoff Moore is an American contemporary Christian music singer. He began recording as a solo artist in 1984. In 1987, he formed Geoff Moore and The Distance, his touring band, which released eight albums generating a string of No. 1 radio hits throughout their 10+-year tenure. In 1998, Geoff retired the band from full-time touring. After a "farewell tour", Moore has continued as a solo artist, releasing eight more records between 1999 and 2015. The Next Thing was released in April 2016, making it his 25th album to date.
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Ralph W. Gwinn
- Occupations
- lawyerwriterpoliticianfarmer
- Biography
-
Ralph Waldo Gwinn was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from New York.
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Stephen L. Johnson
- Occupations
- naturalist
- Biography
-
Stephen Lee Johnson is an American politician who served as the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under President George W. Bush during the second term of his administration. He has received the Presidential Rank Award, the highest award that can be given to a civilian federal employee.
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Lowell Haines
- Occupations
- lawyer
- Biography
-
Paul Lowell Haines served as the 31st President, 2016-2019, of Taylor University in Upland, Indiana.
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Kenneth A. Clarke
- Born in
-
United States - Occupations
- television producerchief executive officer
- Biography
-
Kenneth A. Clarke serves as the executive director for Rescue Village, a humane society located in Geauga County, Ohio. He had previously served as the president and CEO of Pritzker Military Museum and Library in Chicago. He has also authored, published, edited and produced works as Kenneth Clarke and KC Clarke.
General info
| Founded | 1846 |
|---|---|
| Motto | Lux et Fides Light and Faith |
| Colors | purple, gold |
| Total FTE staff | 421 |
| Carnegie classification | Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields |
Location and contacts
| Address | 1846 Main Street Upland, Indiana, 46989-1001 United States |
|---|---|
| City population | 4,000 |
| Phone | 7659982751 |