OBU Description
With more than 120 years of history behind it Ouachita Baptist University has established itself as one of Arkansas’ older private universities. Located near some of Arkansas’ most scenic spots in Arkadelphia, Ouachita also offers a naturally beautiful location in which to get a spiritual and academic education.
A bachelor’s degree granting school, Ouachita Baptist awards degrees across many disciplines. Some of Ouachita’s departments include:
*School of Business
*School of Christian Studies
*School of Fine Arts
*School of Humanities
*School of Education
*School of Natural Sciences
Committed to living the teachings of the Bible in all areas of life, Ouachita encourages exploration and application of Christian teachings both in and out of the classroom. One can get a degree in an academic area of interest or in a practical professional field, but ultimately always maintain a connection to faith and spirituality.
Those who are interested in applying for admission will need to fill out an application online and submit transcripts and SAT scores. Prospective students should also have a commitment to Christianity and Christian education.
Financial aid is awarded through three sources to students who meet financial eligibility and other requirements. There is federal aid. which includes Pell grants and loans, state grants and private funding sources. Those interested in federal aid will need to fill out a FAFSA, the application for federal aid.
Quick Facts about Ouachita Baptist University
Location
Southeast
Setting
Small Town Setting
Type
Private
Affiliation
Southern Baptist
Size
Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)
Mascot
Tigers
Website
On-Campus Housing Available
Yes
Selectivity
Selective
In-State Tuition
$18,500
Out-of-State Tuition
$18,500
Retention Rate
81%
Enrollment
1,493
Year Established
1886
OBU Students
- Full-Time Undergrad Students
- 1,493
- Freshman Class
- 508
- Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
- 1,493
Undergraduate vs. Graduate
- Undergraduate
- 100%
- Graduate
- 0%
Full-Time vs. Part-Time Students
- Full-Time
- 90%
- Part-Time
- 10%
Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State
- In-State
- 40%
- Out-of-State
- 60%
Gender of Students
- Women
- 54%
- Men
- 46%
Ethnic Diversity
- African-American
- 7%
- Caucasian
- 89%
- Latino
- 2%
- Other
- 2%
Students State Origin
- Arkansas
- 40%
- Texas
- 32%
- Louisiana
- 1%
- Missouri
- 1%
- Other
- 26%
International Students
- International
- 2%
- Domestic
- 98%
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