Ouachita Baptist University
OBU
Arkadelphia, Arkansas 71998-0001
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business
Ouachita Baptist University is a private institution in Arkadelphia with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 1212, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.6K undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
70% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $51,673 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $22,355.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History Ouachita Baptist University was founded as Ouachita Baptist College on September 6, 1886, and has operated continually since that date.
- •Conger (1886–1907), Henry Simms Hartzog (1907–1911), R.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1212
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
52.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
4.9%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$15,000
Programs (59)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
83%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
9
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from AR state average