Ouachita Baptist University is a private liberal arts college located in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. The university was founded in 1886 and is affiliated with the Arkansas Baptist State Convention. Ouachita offers numerous undergraduate, graduate, and pre-professional programs of study. The school’s campus boasts six residence halls, an outstanding library, and a vibrant student life. Ouachita is well known for its strong faith-based curriculum and commitment to Christian principles. It also offers a wide range of student activities, including intramural sports, student clubs and organizations, and exciting trips and events. Ouachita has a beautiful campus and a great environment for learning, and its graduates go on to do great things in the world!
- Address: 410 Ouachita St, Arkadelphia, AR 71998-0001
- Phone: (870) 245-5000
- Website: www.obu.edu/
- Type: Private not-for-profit, 4-year
- Student Population: 1,704
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 12 to 1
- Calendar System: Semester
- Application Fee: $-
- Selectivity: Somewhat Selective
Cost
| Tuition and Fees | $29,120 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,100 |
| Room & Board | $9,470 |
| Other | $4,200 |
| Total Cost | $43,890 |
Admissions
- Acceptance Rate: 62%
- SAT Range: 1030 – 1230
- ACT Range: 21 – 29
Majors
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General
- Communication, General
- Elementary Education and Teaching
- Finance, General
- Communication Disorders Sciences and Services, Other
EnrollmentAttendance Status
- Full-time: 90%
- Part-time: 10%
Student Gender
- Male: 41%
- Female: 59%
Student Race/Ethnicity
- American Indian or Alaskan: 0%
- Asian: 1%
- Black or African American: 7%
- Hispanic / Latino: 5%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%
- White: 82%
- Two or More Races: 3%
- Unknown: 0%
- Non-resident Alien: 2%
Student Age
- 24 and Under: 99%
- 25 and Over: 1%
- Age Unknown: 0%
Student Residence
- In-State: 62%
- Out-of-State: 38%
- Unknown: 0%