Baptist University of the Americas
San Antonio, TX7838 Barlite Blvd., San Antonio, TX 78224-1364
210-924-4338
Baptist University of the Americas is a private, non-profit institution located in San Antonio, Texas. The University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award bachelor's and master's degrees. The University is also a member of the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities in Texas and the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities. The University's mission is to provide higher education from a Christ-centered perspective to a diverse student body, equipping them for leadership and service to the church and society.
The University was founded in 1960 by a group of Baptist pastors and laymen who saw the need for a college that would educate Hispanic Baptist pastors. The first classes were held in a rented house with six students. The University has grown steadily since then, and now offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs.
The University's undergraduate programs include business, Christian studies, communication, education, and liberal arts. The University's graduate programs include counseling, educational leadership, and ministry. The University also offers a number of online and evening programs for working adults.
The University is committed to providing a quality education at an affordable price. In addition to offering scholarships and financial aid, the University has a number of payment plan options to make education more affordable.
The University is located on a beautiful 40-acre campus in the heart of San Antonio. The campus includes a variety of facilities, including a library, computer lab, gymnasium, and chapel.
The University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The University is also a member of the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities in Texas and the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities.
Quick Facts
Enrollment: 117
Type: Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above
Main Website: https://www.bua.edu/
Financial Aid: https://www.bua.edu/en/admissions/financial/
Annual Costs
Total Cost In-State On-Campus: $15850
Total Cost Out-State On-Campus: $15850