Seguin, TX · Belton, TX · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Texas Lutheran University | University of Mary Hardin-Baylor | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 94.8% | 95.1% |
| In-State Tuition | $34,920 | $33,150 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $34,920 | $33,150 |
| Average Net Price | $12,679 | $18,368 |
| Graduation Rate | 55.0% | 53.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Texas Lutheran University accepts 94.8% of applicants; University of Mary Hardin-Baylor accepts 95.1%. Texas Lutheran University's tuition is $34,920. University of Mary Hardin-Baylor's is $33,150. University of Mary Hardin-Baylor is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 55% at Texas Lutheran University, 53% at University of Mary Hardin-Baylor.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Texas Lutheran University. It accepts 94.8% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor has lower published tuition: $33,150 versus $34,920. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Texas Lutheran University: 55% of students finish in 6 years. University of Mary Hardin-Baylor is at 53%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.