Information for Parents
Why DBU?
It’s a big question for parents to consider. Out of all the colleges and universities your student could attend, why pursue a distinctly Christian education at Dallas Baptist University?
Of course, in answering that question, we could point to the facts:
- Over 4,200 students are enrolled, representing over 50 countries for Fall 2023
- Ranked in the top 15 safest college campuses in Texas by Niche.com
- Nearly 70% of DBU graduates who apply to medical school receive acceptance—25% higher than the national average.
- DBU's elementary teacher preparation program was recognized in the top 1% in the US by the National Council on Teacher Quality
- 87% of first-year students received financial aid in Fall 2023
The DBU Difference
However, you can’t put a statistic on value. When it comes to choosing the right place for your child to spend four years of his or her life, it has to be a decision parents feel good about. It must be a decision that resonates with the entire family on all levels.
Ultimately, it’s not about a university earning 5 out of 5 stars. It’s about earning your trust.
It’s about a quiet promise made between parents and a university that we will faithfully invest in your child’s future and give him or her the best collegiate experience possible because a DBU education does not end after four years. A DBU education is forever.
Important Dates to Know
Here is a list of important dates to add to your calendar for you and your student! We will keep this updated for each academic year. Most events happen around the same time each year, and we hope this helps you with planning.
- Pack the Park - Friday, May 2, 2025
- NPO Session 1 - Thursday, May 29 and Friday, May 30, 2025
- NPO Session 2 - Monday, June 2 and Tuesday, June 3, 2025
- NPO Session 3 - Thursday, June 5 and Friday, June 6, 2025
- NPO Session 4 - Monday, June 9 and Tuesday, June 10, 2025
- NPO Session 5 - Thursday, June 12 and Friday, June 13, 2025
- NPO Session 6 - Thursday, June 26 and Friday, June 27, 2025
- NPO Session 7 - Thursday, July 10 and Friday, July 11, 2025
- Summer Patriot Preview - Friday, August 1, 2025
- NPO Session 8 - Monday, August 18, 2025
- Registration Saturday #1 - August 23, 2025
- Registration Saturday #2 - August 30, 2025
- Columbus Day Patriot Preview - Monday, October 13, 2025
- Fall Patriot Preview - Saturday, November 8, 2025
- Homecoming Patriot Preview - Saturday, November 22, 2025
- Christmas Tree Lighting Tour - Monday, December 1, 2025
- Christmas Tour #2 - Tuesday, December 9, 2025
- Christmas Tour #3 - Wednesday, December 10, 2025
- Christmas Tour #4 - Monday, December 15, 2025
- Christmas Tour #5 - Tuesday, December 16, 2025
- Winter Patriot Preview - January 17, 2026
- Spring New Patriot Orientation - January 19, 2026
- President’s Day Patriot Preview - February 16, 2026
- Spring Patriot Preview - April 11, 2026