Apply to Baylor by February 1 — It’s Free and Full of Benefits

January 12, 2026
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You’re back from holiday vacation and ready to start crossing things off your new year’s checklist – including applying to college. Thinking about applying to Baylor? There’s no reason to wait and every reason to apply! Our completely free application closes on February 1. If you submit yours today, you’ll get some amazing benefits:

1. Automatic scholarship consideration — with no extra forms.
Every Baylor applicant is reviewed for merit scholarships, even if you choose to apply through Baylor’s test-optional path. More than 90% of admitted freshmen receive financial aid, including in the form of merit scholarships.

2. No application fee. Nothing to lose.
With no cost to apply, you can submit your application risk free! It’s one less barrier and one more reason to get ahead of deadlines.

3. Baylor’s tools make applying simple!
Baylor is here to help you every step of the way. We’ve created the following resources to make applying as easy as possible: 

Time is running out, so start your application today. It’s easy and free! Apply now using either the Common App or the Baylor Application