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

Location

Southeast

Setting

Small Town Setting

Type

Private

Affiliation

Southern Baptist

Size

Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)

Mascot

Tigers

Website

www.obu.edu

On-Campus Housing Available

Yes

In-State Tuition

$18,500

Out-of-State Tuition

$18,500

Selectivity

Selective

Enrollment

1,447

OBU Students

Full-Time Undergrad Students
1,493
Freshman Class
446
Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
1,447

Undergraduate vs. Graduate

Undergraduate
103%
Graduate
-3%

Full-Time vs. Part-time Students

Full-Time
100%
Part-Time
0%

Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State

In-State
48%
Out-of-State
52%

Gender of Students

Women
48%
Men
52%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
7%
Caucasian
89%
Latino
2%
Other
2%

Students State Origin

Arkansas
48%
Texas
38%
Louisiana
1%
Missouri
1%
Colorado
1%
Other
11%

International Students

International
3%
Domestic
97%