University of Mary Hardin Baylor

The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor (UMHB) is a private Baptist university located in Belton, Texas, established in 1845. It is dedicated to Christian higher education and offers a dynamic learning environment with an emphasis on academic success and Christian values. UMHB enrolls nearly 3,800 students, representing 31 foreign countries.

Academics

UMHB offers over 70 undergraduate majors and 13 graduate degree programs, including master's and doctoral degrees. Popular programs include Business, Health Professions, Education, Visual and Performing Arts, and Biological and Biomedical Sciences. The university is recognized for its strong Nursing program and its graduate programs in counseling and physical therapy. New degree programs introduced in Fall 2023 include Bioinformatics, Cybersecurity, Neuroscience, Educational Advocacy, Information Systems, and Social Data Analytics, many of which are interdisciplinary and designed to address current workforce needs.

International Students

The Office of International Student Services assists international students with visa documents and helps them adjust to university life in the U.S. A mandatory orientation program provides essential information for new international students. While international students constitute 1% of the student body, UMHB aims to provide a multicultural learning environment. English proficiency can be demonstrated through TOEFL or IELTS scores, and UMHB offers intermediate and advanced ESOL courses for students who need them. Students are encouraged to maintain close contact with the International Student Services office throughout their enrollment.

Campus & Location

UMHB's suburban campus spans 340 acres in Belton, Texas, approximately 60 miles north of Austin. Belton offers a welcoming environment, and the campus is described as safe and conducive to learning. Major international airports serving Central Texas include Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and Austin (AUS), with commuter flights available to nearby Killeen (30 miles from campus) and Austin (50 miles from campus).

Career Outcomes

UMHB graduates, on average, earn approximately $39,000 in their early careers. The university's Career Services center provides resources for general career planning, job fairs, and connections with national career search organizations. Graduates with a specialization in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research, and Clinical Nursing tend to have the highest annual incomes, around $61,841. Business-oriented fields also show solid financial outcomes, with Business Administration, Management, and Marketing graduates earning around $42,309 and $41,842 per year, respectively.