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Rice Bell TowerTaylor University is a coeducational, interdenominational Christian liberal arts college where faith, living, and learning are integrated.

Taylor is distinctive in its commitment to both spiritual and intellectual development as symbolized by the twin spires of the Rice Bell Tower. The carillon bells, given in honor of Barbara Gentile, remind the campus community of its dual mission throughout the day.

Learn more about what Taylor is today:

Location

The main campus of Taylor University consists of approximately 250 acres located on the south side of the town of Upland, Indiana. Upland is situated five miles east of I-69, fifty miles south of Fort Wayne, and seventy miles north of Indianapolis.

Enrollment Fall 2006

  • 1854 students, from 44 states & 23 foreign countries
  • 31% from Indiana
  • 55% female, 45% male
  • 7% minority students
  • 3% international students
  • More than 89% age 21 or under
  • More than 99% under 25

Freshmen Admissions 2006

  • 3.62 average high school GPA
  • 590 SAT Critical Writing, 591 SAT Math
  • 27 ACT Composite
  • 38% in top 10% of high school class
  • 84% of 1659 applying accepted

Academic Programs

Taylor University's rich heritage of academic excellence is demonstrated by both the variety and intensity of its programs. Academic pursuits are rigorous, demanding imagination, dedication and integrity.

Focus on International Study
321 students earned credit while participating in 31 programs in 28 countries. In addition, missions projects involved at least 198 students in the U.S. and 12 countries, not including the many local ministry and service projects.

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Arts: 34 majors
  • Bachelor of Science: 55 majors
  • Bachelor of Music: 2 majors
  • Associate of Arts: 3 majors
  • Master of Environmental Science
  • Master of Business Administration
  • Master of Arts in Higher Education and Student Development (2007-2008)
  • Master of Arts in Religious Studies (2007-2008)

View our undergraduate degrees.
View our graduate programs.

Most Popular Majors
587 students (30%) currently major in education or business. Fastest growing majors are exercise science and media communication.

Class Sizes

  • 57% with fewer than 20 students
  • 40% with 20-49 students

Student/Faculty Ratio: 13:1

Academic Calendar: 4-1-4

Faculty

  • Instructional faculty: 127
  • 100% report a meaningful relationship with God
  • 85% of ranked faculty have earned the highest degree in their field
  • 65% are tenured

Accreditations and Memberships

Taylor University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission NCA Academic Quality Improvement Program and is a member of over 30 professional organizations.

View our full accreditation and membership information.

Athletics Program

Alumni

According to the 2006 satisfaction survey:

  • 89% of the class of 2003 say they would attend Taylor again
  • 45% of alumni contributed financially in 2005-2006
  • 89% report frequent participation in church-related activities.

Distinguished Alumni

  • Stephen Johnson ('73), Administrator, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
  • Jay Kesler ('58), President Emeritus, Taylor University
  • Dan Wolgemuth ('77), President, Youth for Christ USA