Taylor University

Taylor University is a vibrant community of scholarship and Christian faith characterized by the integration of faith and learning, discipleship community, and global engagement. As U.S. News & World Reports number one regional college in the Midwest for the last ten years, Taylor is recognized for its exceptional academics and high graduation rates. Taylor has outstanding programs in engineering, computer science, biology, business, theatre, and film. Students participate in scientific research, using state-of-the-art technology, and achieve competitive success on math, business, and ethics bowl teams. Taylors commitment to the arts is reflected in its award-winning music ensembles, theatre performances, and ongoing art exhibits. Students examine a broad range of ideas through an interdisciplinary liberal arts curriculum employing the lens of a Christian worldview. Taylors academic programs lead to top-notch internships, outstanding job placement, and entrance to nationally-ranked graduate schools. In the past year, 453 Taylor students traveled to more than 35 countries for study and mission trips. Taylor champions whole-person education through distinctive student development programs, collegiate and intramural athletics, events integrating faith and culture, and leadership development initiatives. Taylors Christian discipleship community fosters deep relationships and an atmosphere for spiritual growth. Taylor students are passionate about serving God and others. Ministry outreach, Bible studies, and small groups are important parts of community life at Taylor. Taylor produces exceptional graduates marked by a passion to minister the redemptive love and truth of Jesus Christ to a world in need. Alumni, transformed by their Taylor experience, support their alma mater with enthusiasm, investing in current Taylor students and expressing extremely high satisfaction with their Taylor education.

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School Details

school_type year_founded religious_affiliation academic_calendar year_2016_endowment address telephone
Private, Coed 1846 Interdenominational 4-1-4 $76.7 million + 236 W. Reade Avenue, Upland, IN 46989 (765) 998-2751
overall score total score state city online paying global
98 100.0 Indiana Upland 184
Key Value
ID 223
Tuition $32,885 (2017-18)
Room and Board $9,245 (2017-18)
Total Enrollment 2,170
Application Deadline rolling
Application Fee $25
Acceptance Rate 80%
Description When applying to Taylor University, it's important to note the application deadline is rolling. The application fee at Taylor University is $25. Scores for either the ACT or SAT test are due April 1. It is more selective, with an acceptance rate of 80 percent.

Applications

Title Value
Application deadline rolling
Early decision deadline N/A
Application fee $25
Common Application accepted No
Deadline for housing deposit May 1

Requirements

Title Value
Admission interview Recommended
Required standardized tests Either SAT or ACT
SAT/ACT scores must be received by April 1

Entering Class Stats

Title Value
Selectivity More selective
Fall 2016 acceptance rate 80%
Early decision acceptance rate N/A

Transfer Students

Title Value
Accepting applications Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Minimum credits to apply No
Minimum required college GPA 2.5
Has guaranteed admission agreement with at least one other institution No
Guaranteed admission agreement URL N/A

International Students

Title Value
Separate application form required Yes
Conditional admission offered Yes
Early decision or early action options available Early action only
TOEFL (paper) Considered
TOEFL (internet-based) Considered
Michigan Test N/A
IELTS N/A
SAT Considered
SAT Subject N/A
ACT Considered
Advance deposit required No
TOEFL accepted instead of SAT or ACT Yes
International student contact Kelly Pengelly, Director of International Student Programs, (765) 998-4637, kelly-pengelly@taylor.edu