UMHB was chartered in 1845 by the Republic of Texas making us the oldest continuously operating college in the state. The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor prepares students for leadership, service, and faith-informed discernment in a global society. Academic excellence, personal attention, broad-based scholarship and a commitment to a Baptist vision for education distinguish our Christ-centered learning community.  Phone254-295-8642800-727-8642