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Enrollment Deposit

How much is OBU's enrollment deposit?

Ouachita Baptist University requires a deposit of $250 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

50.70%

Ouachita Baptist University is in the top 50.70% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

42.90%

Ouachita Baptist University is in the top 42.90% of colleges in the state of Arkansas for deposit cost. 52.63% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

43.90%

Ouachita Baptist University is in the top 43.90% of Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 14.62% ofprivate colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

Ouachita Baptist University educates a diverse community of 1,784 students, with 1,730 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 54 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

1,784


Total Undergraduates

1,730

Total Graduates

54


Full-Time vs Part-Time

90% Full-Time

10% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at Ouachita Baptist University has a 72% acceptance rate. Ouachita Baptist University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1110 and the average ACT score is 23.


Acceptance Rate

72%

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SAT

Students submitting SAT

11%

Total Score

400

1600

10201200

Reading and Writing

200

800

520610

Math

200

800

500590

ACT

Students submitting ACT

78%

Composite Score

0

36

2128

English

0

36

2129

Math

0

36

1926

Location

Located in Arkadelphia, AR, Ouachita Baptist University offers students a town experience with all the advantages of a distinct community identity.


City

Arkadelphia


County

Clark County


State

Arkansas


Country

United States


Urbanization

Town: Distant

About

Ouachita Baptist University features a student-focused approach with a 12 : 1 student-faculty ratio, Southern Baptist values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

12 : 1


Religious Affiliation

Southern Baptist


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above


Website

obu.edu/

Cost

Ouachita Baptist University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $21,677 with 90% of students receiving financial assistance including 28% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$21,677


Received Aid

90%


Pell Recipients

28%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $32,480

Out-of-State: $32,480

Demographics

The Ouachita Baptist University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 63% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
725 (42%)
Women
1,005 (58%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
137 (8%)
18-19
803 (46%)
20-21
641 (37%)
22-24
131 (8%)
Over 25
18 (1%)

Outcomes

Ouachita Baptist University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 60% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

60%

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