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University of Mary Hardin-Baylor

Belton, TX 76513-2578
United States

 

About UMHB

Founded in 1845, the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor has traditionally been known for producing excellent educators, nurses, business leaders and missionaries.  That has not changed, but today UMHB is also earning recognition for its talented science and music graduates, for top-notch graduate programs in counseling, physical therapy and more. 

Research done in the university's Human Performance Laboratory is being applauded for its contributions to the field of sport nutrition.  The university's new competency-based education program for adult learners is the first of its kind among private colleges and universities in Texas.  And enrollment at UMHB has set new records every year for the last seven years.

What's behind this success?  An unapologetic dedication to Christian principles.  An emphasis on inspired teaching, on making each student's learning experience the best it can be.  A commitment to excellence in every aspect of university life. 

If one word could be chosen to summarize what is happening at UMHB today, that word would be "MOMENTUM." 

It takes a powerful force to gain momentum in an upward trajectory, and that force is present and real at UMHB today.  Mary Hardin-Baylor is moving forward, offering Christian higher education in compelling new ways to a growing number of students. 

Location
UMHB is conveniently located in Belton, an historic town of over 20,000 in the heart of central Texas.  Excellent schools, abundant cultural and recreational opportunities, and a high quality of life are hallmarks of the local community.

Academics
UMHB offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare each student to be an informed citizen of today’s world as well as a leader in his or her chosen profession. All students complete core courses in the humanities and sciences, fine arts, and Christian studies, as well as advanced courses in their selected fields of study. The university’s academic programs are administered through six colleges and a school for graduate programs.

Student/Faculty Ratio
19:1

Students
Student population of 3,898 representing 30 countries. 61% of full-time undergraduates live on campus.

Financial Aid
Over 89% of our students receive some form of financial aid. $23 million in scholarships awarded in 2015-16.

Athletics
NCAA Division III
American Southwest Conference

    Baseball,

    Men's and Women's Basketball,

    Football,

    Men's and Women's Golf,

    Men's and Women's Soccer,

   Softball,

   Men's and Women's Tennis, and

   Volleyball

Our Mission

"The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor prepares students for leadership, service, and faith-informed discernment in a global society. Academic excellence, personal attention, broad-based scholarship and a commitment to a Baptist vision for education distinguish our Christ-centered learning community."

Our Vision

UMHB will be the university of choice for Christian higher education in the Southwest.

Values

1. Broad-based Education:

We believe an educated person is one who not only has mastered a chosen field of study but also has gained an understanding and appreciation for the intellectual and cultural traditions of a diverse world. Through traditional liberal arts programs and professional programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, the university seeks to develop graduates of strong Christian character and integrity who are able to communicate effectively, think critically, and solve complex problems. In addition, we strive to inspire a lifelong love for learning so that graduates may face challenges successfully in an ever-changing world.

 

2. Christian Faith and Intellectual Life:

We recognize that all truth, whether revealed in Scripture or creation, has its origin in God. Since all truth is grounded in God, we believe that the pursuit of truth and the Christian faith are mutually reinforcing. We strive to develop graduates who integrate Christian perspectives and attitudes into every dimension of life: character, relationships, vocation, and service. To empower students to integrate a passionate Christian faith with human knowledge, we dedicate ourselves not only to grounding them in the basics of Scripture and in the historical beliefs of the Christian faith, but also to broadening their horizons, deepening their insight, sharpening their intellect, and cultivating their ability to appreciate the good, the true, and the beautiful. We seek committed Christians for our faculty and staff who will support the university’s mission and who will be active participants in their local church. In short, our goal is to produce graduates who love God with their whole mind.

 

3. Teaching Excellence:

We value well-qualified educators who are committed to effective, innovative teaching that prepares students to excel in their particular fields, to think creatively and critically, and to integrate facts across disciplines. Our faculty members exhibit an intellectual curiosity and passion for their fields of study which, in turn, stimulate our students to excel academically. To that end, the university is committed to maintaining an atmosphere of academic freedom and providing faculty members with resources and opportunities to enhance teaching effectiveness and to be engaged in a wide range of scholarly activities. The university seeks to identify, recognize, and reward faculty members who exhibit exceptional teaching ability.

 

4. Service:

We value our role as a Christ-centered university which addresses educational, cultural, civic, and economic needs by providing service opportunities for students, faculty, and staff. We strive to instill within students an awareness of people in need and a commitment to seeking solutions, both locally and globally.

 

5. Students as Individuals:

We respect each student as a unique individual who has a distinct perspective on the world. Therefore, we welcome students from diverse backgrounds and understand that exposure to different cultures and experiences within a Christian environment enrich the educational process. The university strives to create an atmosphere where every student is an integral part of our learning community. We place student achievement first and emphasize this through personal attention, small class sizes, teaching excellence, campus activities, athletic programs, and leadership opportunities. The university is committed to encouraging each student to reach his or her potential spiritually, academically, socially, and physically.

Our History

The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor traces its distinguished history to the days when Texas had yet to gain statehood and when Baptist missionary work was just beginning in the frontier Republic.

As early as 1839, representatives of churches in Washington County issued an appeal to the Home Mission Board of New York to inaugu­rate a missionary movement in Texas. Mission­aries Rev. James Huckins and Rev. William M. Tryon were sent, and soon after, Judge R.E.B. Baylor came to Texas as a teacher, lawyer, sol­dier and preacher. These leaders inspired the desire for Christian education in the area, and Tryon and Baylor were appointed to prepare a charter to establish a Baptist university.

On February 1, 1845, a charter was granted by the 9th Congress of the Republic of Texas, and the long-awaited Baptist university be­came a reality. The school included a Prepara­tory Division and co-educational classes for college students. In 1851, under the same charter, a Female Department and a Male De­partment were created, ending co-education. In 1866, the Female Department obtained a separate charter and its own board of trustees.

In 1886, due to changing transportation and economics in the area, it was deemed necessary to move both schools. The Male Department consolidated with Waco Univer­sity in Waco, Texas, retaining the name Baylor University. The Female Department (Baylor Female College since the 1866 separation) moved to Belton, Texas.

Since the move to Belton, the school has undergone several name changes including: 1925, Baylor College for Women; 1934, Mary Hardin-Baylor College (named in honor of a benefactor); and 1978, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor. In 1971 UMHB, the old­est college for women west of the Mississippi, became co-educational.

Today UMHB is a leader in Christian higher education in the Southwest, with nearly 4,000 students pursuing degrees at the undergradu­ate, master’s, and doctoral degree levels.

 

 

 

     
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