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Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Contact
Mrs. Debbie Stennett
Director of Admissions
Director of Admissions
Address
1900 W. 7th St., CMB #1294
Plainview, TX 79072
Plainview, TX 79072
Phone
806-291-3500
Email
admityou@wbu.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
McClung University Center
Mabee Learning Resource Center
Gates Hall
Hutcherson Gymnasium
Harral Auditorium
Pete and Nelda Laney Activities Center
Mabee Learning Resource Center
Gates Hall
Hutcherson Gymnasium
Harral Auditorium
Pete and Nelda Laney Activities Center
Campus Tours
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length: Varies
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length: Varies
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
No
Information Sessions
Not Available
Times
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Advance Notice
1 week
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Available
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
Lubbock International Airport
Buses
Driving Instructions to Campus
Southbound (I-27)From I-27 take Exit 50. Turn left on Hwy 194 (Quincy St.). Continue on Quincy until you reach the circle drive at 7th Street in front of the University.
Northbound (I-27) From I-27 take Exit 49. Turn right on Hwy 70 (5th St.). Continue east to Quincy St. (3rd traffic light). At Quincy St. turn left, continue 2 blocks to the circle drive on your left.
Eastbound (US Hwy 70) On US Hwy 70 continue east beyond I-27. Turn left at Quincy (3rd traffic light). WBU is on the left, 2 blocks down.
Westbound (US Hwy 70) From US Hwy 70, continue west through town. Turn right at Quincy St. WBU is on the left, 2 blocks down.
Local Accommodations
Best Western Conestoga Inn, 600 N I-27, (806)293-9454
Comfort Suites, 3615 Grandview Dr., (806) 293-7700
Days Inn of Plainview, 3600 Olton Rd.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites, 4213 W. 13th St., (806) 296-9900
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Overview
Applicants: 1,974
Acceptance Rate: 54%
Average HS GPA: 3.20
GPA Breakdown
3%
4.0
38%
3.75 - 3.99
24%
3.50 - 3.74
9%
3.25 - 3.49
12%
3.00 - 3.24
9%
2.50 - 2.99
6%
2.00 - 2.49
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ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
16 - 21
Testing Policies
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Academic GPA
Selectivity Rating
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Learn MoreAcademics
Academics
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
10:1
Total Faculty
285
with Terminal Degree
67
175
Men
110
Women
107
Minority
Most frequent class size
2 - 9
Most frequent lab / sub section size
2 - 9
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
9%
Graduate in 5 years
17%
Graduate in 6 years
19%
Majors
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
Molecular Biology.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Business/Commerce, General.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Mass Communication/Media Studies.
Speech Communication and Rhetoric.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer Science.
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EDUCATION.
Business Teacher Education.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
English/Language Arts Teacher Education.
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching.
Music Teacher Education.
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching.
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education.
Social Studies Teacher Education.
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels.
Technology Teacher Education/Industrial Arts Teacher Education.
Trade and Industrial Teacher Education.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
Spanish Language and Literature.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES.
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration.
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LEGAL PROFESSIONS AND STUDIES.
Pre-Law Studies.
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LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
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NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
Environmental Science.
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PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.
Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General.
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management, General.
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Christian Studies.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
Geology/Earth Science, General.
Physical Sciences.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
Human Services, General.
Public Administration.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Political Science and Government, General.
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THEOLOGY AND RELIGIOUS VOCATIONS.
Religious Education.
Religious/Sacred Music.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Art/Art Studies, General.
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
Fine/Studio Arts, General.
Music Performance, General.
Music, General.
Musical Theatre.
Degrees
Associate
Bachelor's
Certificate
Doctoral/Professional
Master's
Bachelor's
Certificate
Doctoral/Professional
Master's
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
No
Career Services
Interest Inventory
On Campus Interviews
Notable Faculty
Prominent Alumni
Dr. Kenneth Mattox
Heart Surgeon and Chief of Staff, Ben Taub Hospital in Houston, Texas
Dr. Ted Sanders
Former president of Southern Illinois Univ.,head of 3 state education commi
Leland Atwood (deceased)
Aircraft engineer- designer of the Mitchell Bomber
Dr. Benjamin Akande
Dean of School of Business,Webster University
Dr. Michael Davis
Works for nuclear energy commission in Nevada
Dr.Claude Cone
Former trustee&Executive director of the Baptist General convention of NM
Marsha Sharp
Longtime successful Texas Tech coach
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
9%
Graduate in 5 years
17%
Graduate in 6 years
19%
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
No
Career Services
Interest Inventory
On Campus Interviews
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Dates
Application Deadlines
Notification Date
Feb 1
Required Forms
FAFSA
School
State Aid
School
State Aid
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$13,830
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$12,682
Average Need-Based Loan
$3,911
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
62%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$31,173
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$5,078
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition
$22,054
Required Fees
$1,728
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,000
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
Transportation for Commuters
$1,860
On-Campus Room and Board
$8,233
Comprehensive Fee
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
State Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
2,162
Foreign Countries Represented
20
Demographics
1.15%
American Indian or Alaskan Native
3.21%
Asian
18.09%
Black
32.11%
Hispanic
30.81%
Caucasian
6.94%
Unknown
2.44%
International
36% female
64% male
27% are out of state
49% are full time
51% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
23%
Help finding off-campus housing
No
First-Year Students living on campus
68%
Campus Environment
Suburban
Housing Options
Apartment Married
Apartment Single
Apartment Single
Dorms Female
Dorms Male
Dorms Male
Special Needs Admissions
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No
Special Need Services Offered
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
34
Number of Honor Societies
7
Number of Social Sororities
1
Number of Religious Organizations
7
Sports
Athletic Division
NAIA
Men's Sports (Pioneers)
12 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Diving
Football
Golf
Soccer
Swimming
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Wrestling
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Diving
Football
Golf
Soccer
Swimming
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Wrestling
Women's Sports (Pioneers)
11 Sports
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Diving
Golf
Soccer
Swimming
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Wrestling
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Diving
Golf
Soccer
Swimming
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Wrestling
Student Services
Health
Sustainability
60*
Campus Security Report
Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
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Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
80
Fee for Network Use
No
Partnerships with Technology Companies
No
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
No
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Not Reported
Mental Health Website
Not Reported
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Not Reported
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Not Reported
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Not Reported
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Not Reported
Incoming transfer students
Not Reported
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Not Reported
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
Not Reported
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Not Reported
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Not Reported
