Campus Identity
Baylor College of Medicine is a private nonprofit university in Houston, TX. Lake Houston is about 21 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 87/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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At a Glance
Baylor College of Medicine is a private nonprofit university in Houston, TX. Lake Houston is about 21 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 87/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
Baylor College of Medicine is a 1,000–4,999, urban school. The campus is 675 miles from Snow Creek Ski Area.
School Size & Setting
1,000–4,999
Urban setting
Weather
Hot Climate
66°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Baylor College of Medicine students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Snow Creek Ski Area, 675 miles away with 6 lifts and 30 skiable acres. All are within 827 miles of campus.
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Nearby Lake
Lake Houston is 21 miles from campus, giving Baylor College of Medicine students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.
Lake Houston
Lake access within 20.6 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Houston, TX
Houston has a warm climate, with winters averaging 54°F in Jan and summers peaking around 86°F in Aug.
Station: HOUSTON PORT · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Baylor College of Medicine in TX earns a composite safety score of 87/100, rated Pretty Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
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34 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Baylor College of Medicine located?
Baylor College of Medicine is located in Houston, TX. The main campus address is One Baylor Plaza, Houston, TX. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.
Is Baylor College of Medicine the right fit for me?
Whether Baylor College of Medicine is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost and financial aid, campus culture in Houston, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Baylor College of Medicine against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Baylor College of Medicine directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Private
- Location
- Houston, TX
- Size
- 1,000–4,999
- Degrees Offered
- Master's, Doctoral
- School Year Weather
- Hot · 66°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 87/100
- Nearest Airport
- Houston, TX (HOU) · 8 mialso EFD (16 mi), SGR (17 mi)
Location
Houston, TX