Ouachita Baptist University
Overview
Student Population
1,660National Rank
#252| Location | Arkadelphia, Arkansas |
| Online | obu.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Religious Affiliation | Southern Baptist |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Located in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, Ouachita Baptist University is a small four year private college offering undergraduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Southern Baptist faith. In the most recent statistical year 2,162 prospective students applied, and 1,375 were granted admission. Of those admitted 443 enrolled in the school. 1,529 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 131 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $26,200 plus fees of $590. OBU is ranked 252 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Difficult| SAT | 1040/1250 |
| ACT | 21/28 |
| GPA | 3.53 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
$26,200| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,100 |
| Other Fees | $590 |
| Room and Board | $7,880 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,000 |
| Total One Year Cost | $38,770 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$43,400 per yearBachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
63% within 6 yearsPopular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Theology and Religious Vvocations | 20% |
| Business | 15% |
| Education | 9% |
| Biology | 8% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=107512 IPEDS survey data for Ouachita Baptist University.