Taylor University
Upland, IN · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · Rural
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About Taylor University
Taylor University is a private Christian university in Upland, Indiana. Founded in 1846, it is one of the oldest evangelical Christian universities in the United States. The university is named after Bishop William Taylor. The university sits on an approximately 950 acres (3.8 km2) campus on the south side of Upland. It also preserves a 680 acres (2.8 km2) arboretum and an additional 668 acres (2.70 km2) of undeveloped land northeast of campus which has 80 acres (320,000 m2) more of arboretum space. As of 2024, Taylor University has 1,901 undergraduate students, 24 graduate students, and 436 distance learning students. The student body hails from 38 states and 26 foreign countries, with 44 percent from Indiana. Taylor is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics. The university is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities and the Christian College Consortium. In August 2021, D. Michael Lindsay was named as the current president.
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74%
Acceptance
$24,865
Net price
2,025
Enrollment
74%
Grad rate
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Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
74%
Acceptance rate
1,220
SAT average
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ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$24,865
Average net price
$40,490
In-state tuition
$40,490
Out-of-state tuition
$12,029
Room & board
$1,238
Books & supplies
$53,405
Total cost of attendance
13%
Students receiving Pell grants
29%
Students with federal loans
$20,500
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
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After Graduation
$52,198
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$45,142
Median earnings (6 yrs)
74%
Graduation rate
89%
Retention rate
81%
Earn more than a HS grad
$11,366
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
2,025
Total enrollment
1%
Part-time
21
Avg. age at entry
15%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Taylor University FAQ
Is Taylor University a public or private school?
Taylor University is a private nonprofit institution located in Upland, IN.
What is the acceptance rate at Taylor University?
Taylor University has an acceptance rate of 74%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Taylor University cost?
The average annual net price at Taylor University is $24,865 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $40,490.
What is the graduation rate at Taylor University?
About 74% of students at Taylor University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Taylor University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Taylor University students earn a median of $52,198 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Taylor University?
Admitted students at Taylor University have an average SAT score of 1,220. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Taylor University?
Taylor University enrolls about 2,025 students.
Campus
Campus photo via Wikimedia Commons — Jorfer · Public domain. Additional images are representative.
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