Chances of getting into Ouachita Baptist University
Acceptance Rate
How hard is it to get into OBU and can I get accepted?
The acceptance rate at OBU is 62%. It ranks #8 in Arkansas for lowest rate of acceptance. OBU is a moderately competitive school to get into with a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the requirements. Last year, 1,559 out of 2,524 applicants were admitted.
The school has challenging admission requirements for SAT and ACT scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 49 percent (SAT 1030/1230 ACT 21/29). Ouachita Baptist University typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.72. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 25% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.
The OBU application fee is $0 and applications are due by Jul 31.
Testing Requirements
You are required to submit admission test scores with your application. Ouachita Baptist University is not a test optional school. Note: Please consult the school directly to confirm the most up to date testing requirements.
OBU SAT Scores
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 520 |
| SAT Math 25th | 510 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1030 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 630 |
| SAT Math 75th | 600 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1230 |
| Average SAT Score | 1130
|
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Ouachita Baptist University?
Ouachita Baptist University typically prefers applicants to be in the top 55 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1030 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 930. The average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1130 out of 1600. OBU ranks #5 in Arkansas for highest average SAT composite score. 22 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2020 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
OBU ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 22 |
| ACT Math 25th | 20 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 21 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 31 |
| ACT Math 75th | 27 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 29 |
| Average ACT Score | 25
|
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into OBU?
Admission data indicates that OBU regularly accepts students with ACT's of 21 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 43 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 17 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 25 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 29 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #5 in Arkansas for highest average ACT composite score. Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 88 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Ouachita Baptist University.
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2020 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
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OBU GPA
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
What GPA do you need to get into Ouachita Baptist University?
Applicants require very good grades in high school to get into OBU. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Ouachita Baptist University was 3.72 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily A- students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #5 in Arkansas for highest average GPA. If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as OBU accepts 62% of students who apply.
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GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2021
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High School Class Rank
66% of Ouachita Baptist University freshman were in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 36% |
| Top 25% of class | 66% |
| Top 50% of class | 89% |
Applying
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 1,577 | 947 | 2,524 |
| Accepted | 1,015 | 544 | 1,559 |
| Acceptance Rate | 64% | 57% | 62% |
| Enrolled | 239 | 150 | 389 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 24% | 28% | 25% |
Fall 2022 Application Deadline
Applications are Due
Days left to Apply
Applicants have 240 days left until the Fall 2022 term applications are due on Jul 31, 2023.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Ouachita Baptist University is $0. The school is free to apply to.
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Ouachita Baptist University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Neither required nor recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Recommended |
| Recommendations | Neither required nor recommended |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=107512 IPEDS survey data for Ouachita Baptist University.
FAQs
Does Ouachita Baptist University prefer SAT or ACT?
22% of students submit their SAT scores to OBU. 88% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Ouachita Baptist University?
62% of those who apply are granted admission to OBU. Admission competition is low and the college has challenging admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for Ouachita Baptist University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1030 and 1230. 22% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Ouachita Baptist University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 21 and 29. 88% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.