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Oklahoma Baptist University Admission Requirements

Shawnee, Oklahoma

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Chances of getting into Oklahoma Baptist University

Acceptance Rate

Admitted 
56%
Admission Difficulty for Oklahoma Baptist University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Moderate 
Applicant Competition Average 
How hard is it to get into Oklahoma Baptist University and can I get accepted?

The acceptance rate at Oklahoma Baptist University is 56%.  It ranks #5 in Oklahoma for lowest rate of acceptance. Oklahoma Baptist University is a more competitive school to get into with a good chance of acceptance for qualifying applicants. Last year, 1,451 out of 2,603 applicants were admitted.

The school has moderate admission requirements for SAT and ACT scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 63 percent (SAT 980/1210 ACT 18/26). Oklahoma Baptist University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.68. 21% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

The Oklahoma Baptist University application fee is $0 and applications are due by Mar 15.

Testing Requirements

You are required to submit admission test scores with your application. Oklahoma Baptist University is not a test optional school. Note: Please consult the school directly to confirm the most up to date testing requirements.

Oklahoma Baptist University SAT Scores

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 
980-1210
Applicants Submitting SAT 
23%
SAT Scores for Oklahoma Baptist University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
SAT Reading 25th 500
SAT Math 25th 480
SAT Composite 25th 980
SAT Scores for Oklahoma Baptist University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
SAT Reading 75th 620
SAT Math 75th 590
SAT Composite 75th 1210
Average SAT Score 1100

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Oklahoma Baptist University?

Students who get into Oklahoma Baptist University score in the top 64 percent of all SAT test takers.. The SAT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 980-1210. The school consistently admits SAT composite scores down to 980 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 860. The average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1100 out of 1600. Oklahoma Baptist University ranks #6 in Oklahoma for highest average SAT composite score. 23 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

Oklahoma Baptist University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1210 and Above Good >71%
1095 to 1210 Avg + 56%-71%
980 to 1095 Avg - 40%-56%
865 to 980 Reach 26%-40%
Less than 865 Low <26%
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Oklahoma Baptist University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 
18-26 
Applicants Submitting ACT 
96%
ACT Scores for Oklahoma Baptist University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
ACT Reading 25th 17
ACT Math 25th 17
ACT Composite 25th 18
ACT Scores for Oklahoma Baptist University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
ACT Reading 75th 26
ACT Math 75th 25
ACT Composite 75th 26
Average ACT Score 22

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Oklahoma Baptist University?

Oklahoma Baptist University regularly accepts students who score 18 and above on the ACT. These students typically score in the top 62 percent nationally. The ACT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 18-26. We estimate the school accepting a minimum ACT composite score around 14 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 22 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 26 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #7 in Oklahoma for highest average ACT composite score. Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 96 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Oklahoma Baptist University.

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Oklahoma Baptist University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
26 and Above Good >71%
22 to 26 Avg + 56%-71%
18 to 22 Avg - 40%-56%
14 to 18 Reach 26%-40%
Less than 14 Low <26%
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Oklahoma Baptist University GPA

Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 
3.68
Typical High School Grades 
B+

What GPA do you need to get into Oklahoma Baptist University?

Applicants require very good grades in high school to get into Oklahoma Baptist University. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Oklahoma Baptist University was 3.68 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #3 in Oklahoma for highest average GPA. If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Oklahoma Baptist University accepts 56% of students who apply.

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High School GPA's for admitted Oklahoma Baptist University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 14.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 42.0% Avg
3.50 to 3.74 19.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 12.0% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 9.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 4.0% Low
2.00 to 2.49 0% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

Applying

Admission Statistics

Oklahoma Baptist University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,546 1,057 2,603
Accepted 908 543 1,451
Acceptance Rate 59% 51% 56%
Enrolled 180 122 302
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 20% 22% 21%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Fall 2023 Application Deadline

Applications were Due
Mar 15, 2023
Days left to Apply
None

The application deadline for Fall 2023 has passed. Applications were due on Mar 15, 2023.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Oklahoma Baptist University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Oklahoma Baptist University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Oklahoma Baptist University Application Requirements
Test Scores Required
High School GPA Required
High School Class Rank Recommended
Completion of College Preparatory Program Recommended
Recommendations Neither required nor recommended
Demonstration of Competencies Neither required nor recommended

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Oklahoma Baptist University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit No
Credit for Life Experiences No
Other Colleges to Consider 

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=207403 IPEDS survey data for Oklahoma Baptist University.

FAQs

Does Oklahoma Baptist University prefer SAT or ACT?

23% of students submit their SAT scores to Oklahoma Baptist University. 96% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into Oklahoma Baptist University?

56% of those who apply are granted admission to Oklahoma Baptist University. Admission competition is low and the college has moderate admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.

What SAT score is required for Oklahoma Baptist University?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 980 and 1210. 23% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.

What ACT score is required for Oklahoma Baptist University?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 18 and 26. 96% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.