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Taylor University

#34 in Best Christian Colleges in America
  • A-
    Overall Grade
  • 4 Year
  • Upland, IN
  • 1,029 reviews
A-
Overall Niche Grade
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  1. Academics
    A-
  2. Value
    A-
  3. Diversity
    B+
  4. Campus
    A-
  5. Athletics
    B
  6. Party Scene
    D
  7. Professors
    A-
  8. Location
    C-
  9. Dorms
    A+
  10. Campus Food
    B
  11. Student Life
    B+
  12. Safety
    A+
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Taylor is a highly rated private, non-denominational university located in Upland, Indiana. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 1,840 undergraduate students. The Taylor acceptance rate is 87%. Popular majors include Psychology, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, and Biology. Graduating 79% of students, Taylor alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $29,600.
About Taylor University...
Athletic Division
NAIA Division II
Athletic Conference
Mid-States Football Association
Address
236 W. Reade Avenue
Upland, IN 46989
Website
taylor.edu

Taylor University Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
87%
Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
SAT Range
1040-1290
ACT Range
22-29
Application Fee
$0
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
Yes

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Cost

Net Price
$25,734/ year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Net Price by Household Income
  • <$30k
    $18,322/ year
  • $30-48k
    $17,540/ year
  • $49-75k
    $22,446/ year
  • $76-110k
    $25,098/ year
  • $110k+
    $28,683/ year
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Academics

Professors
A-
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
13:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
93%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.60 responses
71%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.66 responses
74%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.66 responses

Majors

Most Popular Majors
  • Psychology
    40 Graduates
  • Kinesiology and Exercise Science
    38 Graduates
  • Biology
    30 Graduates
  • Marketing
    27 Graduates
  • Business
    26 Graduates
  • Professional and Technical Writing
    19 Graduates
  • Computer Science
    18 Graduates
  • Elementary Education
    18 Graduates
  • Cinematography and Video Production
    16 Graduates
  • Political Science and Government
    16 Graduates

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
1,840Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
1%
Pell Grant
20%
Varsity Athletes
18%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 35 responses
Report
  • Friendly Christian hipster
    29%
  • Christian Hipster
    26%
  • Friendly
    26%
  • College Students who desire learning with God
    11%
  • Christian Prep
    6%
  • Christian
    3%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
99%
Poll
97%
of students say they don't have Greek life.61 responses
Poll
68%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.90 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 25 responses
Report
  • Integration of faith and learning
    68%
  • Intentional community
    24%
  • Home away from home
    4%
  • Intimate
    4%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$36,000/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
79%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
93%
National
83%
96%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.27 responses
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Taylor University was overall good. From an academic standpoint, which is the main reason I attended, I have no complaints! Excellent professors that showed care and investment in their students, especially within my major (Exercise Science). Being a minority student on campus truly is a very different experience than what the majority culture would probably say about their experience though.
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I had a good overall experience here! The professors are really great, they are there to help you in whatever way possible - and they care about your future. I also liked the intentional community focus. I made lifelong friends here!
Taylor is a great Christian school focusing primarily of getting a Christian education in order to build up characteristics of servant leaders. The school is making strides towards improving the positive nature of their diversity, which is encouraging during these times of racial tension. Taylor University has a lot to work on financially. Students are unable to attend the university without experience substantial debt as their financial aid programs are lacking. I'm hoping to see more improvement in his area in particular. Their academics are challenging and rewarding. I feel prepared academically for graduate school as I look on toward more practical living experiences in an apartment or home.