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Baldwin City Residential Campus

A Bustling Campus that Feels Like Home

Rigorous academics, beautiful buildings and green spaces, sports, student groups, and a welcoming community. Baker has it all. See why we’re the best university in Kansas to learn, live, and grow.

Learn: Academic Programs for Any Interest 

In-demand degrees, a rigorous liberal arts approach that emphasizes critical thinking, and a 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio for a personal touch. 

 

Browse our Baldwin City programs

Live: A Tight-Knit Wildcat Community


Clubs, Fraternity & Sorority life, and 40+ student groups — there’s something fun and enriching for everyone, all school year. 

 

See our Student Groups 

Grow: Prepare for Life Beyond Baker

Internships. Study abroad. Research. Leadership opportunities. Discover new experiences, and build the strong habits that lead BU graduates to the highest salaries in Kansas. 

 

Academic & Career Success

Something for Everyone, Including You

Our storied campus has all the modern bells and whistles to make your student experience exceptional.

Housing and Dining for Every Budget and Every Diet

With five residence halls and quality dining options for every preference, we make sure Baker U is right for you.

Housing & Dining

A Sound Mind, Body, and Spirit Supports Your Success

Healthier students are better students. That’s why we offer counseling, fitness, spiritual, and safety resources.

Health, Safety, & Wellness

More Than Two Dozen Reasons to Yell “Go ‘Cats!”

We have a men’s and women’s team for every major sport. Throughout the school year, you can show your Wildcat pride and cheer on your home team.

Athletics

Already Imagining Yourself at Baker?

We can’t wait to meet you and show you around!

And students who make an in-person visit to our Baldwin City campus are eligible for a $1,000 Visit Grant when they enroll.

Schedule your visit today

What Begins at a Small School Leads to Big Things

Our tight-knit campus community and passionate faculty help guide graduates to the best outcomes in Kansas. Just ask the Fortune 500 CEOs, New York Times best-selling authors, Pulitzer Prize winner, and Super Bowl champion who proudly call themselves Baker alumni.

Highest ROI in Kansas

Among private colleges in the state. Ranked in the top 15% nationally.

Highest Average Income

Our graduates earn more on average than graduates from any other college in Kansas.

12:1 Student-to-Faculty Ratio

Our professors don’t just have expertise and experience. They have the time for you.

We Make the Cost of Our On-Campus Experience Affordable

 

We believe cost shouldn’t stand between you and a Baker University education. At Baker University, we make tuition affordable by boldly investing in our students with grants and scholarships.

  • $25M in annual financial aid disbursements
  • $274K in scholarships awarded annually
  • $31K average award, grant, and aid package
  • 100% of full-time students receive grants and scholarships

Plus, we award a $1,000 Campus Visit grant to students who visit and enroll

Tuition & Aid

Surrounded by History

As the first university established in Kansas, traditions are in the bricks, stones, and trees themselves.

Historic tan stone building with arched windows, cupola, and trees on a sunny day.

Walk and Study Where History and Traditions Come Alive

Through the stone archway of The Gates of Baker University, generations of students have added to our rich history of excellence.

Baker History & Traditions
Winding path through a sunny park with green trees and a lamppost.

A 150-Year-Old Registered Arboretum Creates a Shaded Oasis on Campus

Take a study break beneath the maples and catalpas that have shaded the Ivan L. Boyd Arboretum grounds since 1874.

Ivan L. Boyd Arboretum

Take a Deeper Dive to Discover Why Baker is Right for You

Ready to take the next step in the admissions process? Want to get better acquainted with a virtual tour? Take a closer look at what you can expect when you choose Baker.

Campus Admissions 

It’s easy to apply, transfer, and explore financial aid options. Our admissions team is here to guide you through every step toward becoming a Baker Wildcat.

Campus Admissions

Get a Feel for Our Baldwin City Campus With a Virtual Tour 

While nothing replaces the feel of an in-person visit, our virtual tour is a great way to imagine yourself here. 

Take a Virtual Tour

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