Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001102
- Phone: (479) 751-8824 x0
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
61.43%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
12:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
4FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$19,432Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Ouachita Baptist University (OBU)
709 S Old Missouri Rd, Springdale, AR
Ouachita Baptist University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a variety of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Arkadelphia, AR, the school resides in a rural setting for students to study in. The school maintains a Southern Baptist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. OBU has a yearly student enrollment of approximately a thousand.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Theology And Religious Vocations
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Communications And Journalism
The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. Most common standardized test scores among students admitted to OBU are within the range of 21 to 27 for the ACT exam, or 950 to 1200 for the SAT exam. 64% of those who apply are admitted to OBU, of which 37% choose to attend.
Tuition is approximately $22,000 annually, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students may check the school's tuition calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.
The Ouachita Baptist University Tigers participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Available sports offered may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Football (NCAA Division II)
- Golf (NCAA Division II)
Students should visit the OBU website to see a complete list of programs offered, admissions information, and more.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may provide a better idea of the applicants Ouachita Baptist University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Ouachita Baptist University has a total student population of about 1,700. The student body is made up of 100% undergraduate students and 27% graduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- The estimated tuition range is around $27,000-$33,000 per year
- For part-time students, charges are between $730-$870 per unit
- May provide a prepaid tuition option, which allows tuition to be purchased at current rates for enrollment at a future date
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 99% | $18,670 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 74% | $6,260 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Ouachita Baptist University may provide services like those listed below:
- Distance learning
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Employment search assistance
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Dietetics Program
- * Accredited by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (since 1975)
- Music Program
- * Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation (since 1956)
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- * Accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (since 1961)
Intercollegiate Athletics
OBU is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (367)
- Basketball (367)
- Football (367)
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Ouachita Baptist University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B)
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Christian Studies (A, B)
- Philosophy
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Social Sciences
- Sociology (B)
- Political Science (B)
Theology and Religious Vocations
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Ouachita Baptist University.
- Arkansas Baptist College in Little Rock, AR (61 miles away)
- Philander Smith College in Morrilton, AR (61 miles away)
- Central Baptist College in Conway, AR (75 miles away)
- Hendrix College in Arkadelphia, AR (76 miles away)
- University of the Ozarks in Melbourne, AR (96 miles away)
Also, check out our college lists below, which can help students compare schools to one another:
- Visit the main Arkansas colleges & universities profile page
- Get a list of all private colleges in Arkansas
- Compare other Arkansas Christian and Bible Colleges
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001102
- Phone: (479) 751-8824 x0
- School Homepage