College comparison

Baylor vs Southeastern University

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Baylor Waco, TX	Southeastern University Lakeland, FL
Acceptance rateBaylor University is more selective	51%	53%
SAT (25–75)	1200–1400	—
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	14,785	4,813
Avg net price	$41,104	$31,942
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)
Location	Waco, TX	Lakeland, FL

Quick answers

Is Baylor University or Southeastern University harder to get into?

Baylor University is more selective: Baylor University's acceptance rate is approximately 51% and Southeastern University's is approximately 53% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Baylor University vs Southeastern University?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1200–1400 at Baylor University and — at Southeastern University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.