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About Ouachita Baptist University

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Ouachita Baptist University is a private liberal arts college in Arkadelphia, AR, known for its baptist faith mission, small class sizes, and arts and sciences focus. With an acceptance rate of 72%, Ouachita Baptist University is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 445 students each year. Ouachita Baptist University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1020–1200, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Ouachita Baptist University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $20,792 per year; the sticker price of $43,950 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Ouachita Baptist University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

72%
Overall Accept Rate
1110
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1020 – 1200 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Ouachita Baptist University

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Essay Strategy
Ouachita Baptist is a faith-integrated university, so use your essays and short answers to genuinely reflect how your faith or values connect to your academic and personal goals. Admissions readers are looking for students who will thrive in a community where Christianity shapes campus life, not just students who check a religious box.
Demonstrated Interest
Ouachita is a small, tight-knit campus in Arkadelphia, and visiting in person, attending a Tiger Preview Day, or connecting directly with an admissions counselor can help you stand out as a genuinely interested applicant. Call or email your regional admissions counselor after you apply to introduce yourself and ask a specific question about a program you are interested in.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Ouachita Baptist University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$44k/yr$15.2k
30k-48k~$44k/yr$16.0k
48k-75k~$44k/yr$18.0k
75k-110k~$44k/yr$19.2k
110k+~$44k/yr$26.3k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

70%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$42k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1,627
Undergrad Enrollment
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