Oklahoma Baptist University is a private Christian university in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Founded in 1910 as an effort to bring quality educational resources to the citizens of Oklahoma, OBU has been nurturing and developing faith and academic excellence for more than a century. OBU offers over 65 concentrations of study from business and nursing to music and media arts. It also offers lab-experience classes for hands-on learning. The university is affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Oklahoma and the traditional chapel program offers spiritual formation and personal growth for students. OBU has a beautiful campus that is home to the iconic Geiger Center, a large outdoor amphitheater that serves as the hub of student activities and events. With its beautiful setting, quality academics, and Christ-centered focus, OBU is an excellent choice for those looking for a comprehensive education in an inspiring faith-filled environment.
- Address: 500 W University, Shawnee, OK 00007-4804
- Phone: (405) 275-2850
- Website: https://www.okbu.edu/
- Type: Private not-for-profit, 4-year
- Student Population: 1,763
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 14 to 1
- Calendar System: Four-one-four plan
- Application Fee: $-
- Selectivity: Somewhat Selective
Cost
| Tuition and Fees | $31,352 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,300 |
| Room & Board | $8,008 |
| Other | $4,440 |
| Total Cost | $45,100 |
Admissions
- Acceptance Rate: 58%
- SAT Range: 1000 – 1210
- ACT Range: 20 – 26
Majors
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
- Counseling Psychology
- Elementary Education and Teaching
- Communication and Media Studies, Other
- Family and Community Services
EnrollmentAttendance Status
- Full-time: #N/A
- Part-time: #N/A
Student Gender
- Male: 40%
- Female: 60%
Student Race/Ethnicity
- American Indian or Alaskan: 4%
- Asian: 1%
- Black or African American: 6%
- Hispanic / Latino: 2%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%
- White: 66%
- Two or More Races: 17%
- Unknown: 3%
- Non-resident Alien: 2%
Student Age
- 24 and Under: #N/A
- 25 and Over: #N/A
- Age Unknown: #N/A
Student Residence
- In-State: 65%
- Out-of-State: 35%
- Unknown: 0%