Admissions Overview
The admission process at Ouachita Baptist University has a 69% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Ouachita Baptist University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
69%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
2,138
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
32%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Ouachita Baptist University has a 69% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Ouachita Baptist University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredLetters of Recommendation
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Ouachita Baptist University. About 14% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,060 to 1,290. Additionally, about 78% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 21 to 28.
SAT Scores
14% of students submitted400
1600
1060 – 1290
200
800
530 – 660
200
800
530 – 630
ACT Scores
78% of students submitted1
36
21 – 28
1
36
21 – 30
1
36
19 – 30
Admission Statistics
2,138 students applied to OBU. Of those, 69% were accepted (1,465 students). Of these 1,465 accepted students, 469 chose to enroll.
2,138
Total Applicants
1,465
Students Admitted
469
Students Enrolled
69%
Acceptance Rate