Wayland Baptist University
Higher EducationTexas, United States501-1000 Employees
Wayland Baptist University is a higher education institution based in Plainview, Texas, operating a main campus there and additional campuses across Texas, Alaska, Arizona, and Hawaii. The network includes locations in Amarillo, Lubbock, San Antonio, Wichita Falls, and Kapolei, among others, enabling regional access to higher education. The university serves a diverse student population pursuing undergraduate and graduate programs in a learning-focused environment. Its programs emphasize rigorous study within a Christian framework, with the aim of preparing students for professional success and service to others. In 2026, the university announced plans to establish offices in Plainview, New York, and to expand its nursing program to Plainview. The institution's scope and locations reflect a regional focus on providing higher education opportunities in a range of communities.