Wayland Baptist University

About Us

Wayland Baptist University – Rio Grande Valley is a private, Christian university dedicated to providing accessible, high-quality higher education to the communities of South Texas. As part of the Wayland Baptist University system, the Rio Grande Valley teaching site serves traditional and non-traditional students through flexible undergraduate and graduate programs designed to meet workforce and community needs.

With a commitment to academic excellence, faith-based values, and personalized support, Wayland equips students to become ethical leaders and skilled professionals in fields such as education, business, counseling, and ministry. The university partners with local organizations and employers to strengthen the region through education, service, and leadership development.