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Ouachita Baptist University

Arkadelphia, AR · Private nonprofit · Distant town · Website

Ouachita Baptist University campus
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Admission rate
68%
Accessible
Average net price
$25,343
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
66%
Median earnings
$52,333
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Ouachita Baptist University is a private nonprofit college in Arkadelphia, AR with 1,602 undergraduates. It admits 68% of applicants, and admitted students average 1211 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $25,343 per year ($17,472 for families earning under $30,000). 66% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $52,333 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
68%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
2,138
Fall 2023
Admitted
1,465
Fall 2023
Yield
32%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing540–650
200800
SAT Math530–630
200800
ACT Composite22–28
136

What Ouachita Baptist University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPAConsidered
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$50,212
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$35,740

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$17,472
  • $30–48k$17,503
  • $48–75k$22,356
  • $75–110k$27,151
  • $110k+$28,824

Get a personal estimate with Ouachita Baptist University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
66%
Freshman retention
83%
Median earnings
$52,333
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$19,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,602
Student–faculty ratio
14:1
Receive Pell grants
29%
  • White81%
  • Hispanic6%
  • Black6%
  • Asian1%

Ouachita Baptist University FAQ

What is Ouachita Baptist University's acceptance rate?+

Ouachita Baptist University admits 68% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Ouachita Baptist University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 540–650 on SAT Reading and Writing and 530–630 on SAT Math; the average total is 1211.

What ACT score do you need for Ouachita Baptist University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 22–28.

Is Ouachita Baptist University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Ouachita Baptist University?+

In Fall 2023, 2,138 students applied to Ouachita Baptist University and 1,465 were admitted; 469 enrolled.

Does Ouachita Baptist University consider legacy status?+

No. Ouachita Baptist University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Ouachita Baptist University require an essay?+

Ouachita Baptist University reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Ouachita Baptist University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $50,212 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $25,343.

What is Ouachita Baptist University's graduation rate?+

66% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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