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About Oklahoma Baptist University

baptist faith traditionsmall oklahoma campusnursing and health focusmasters level programsselective admissions

Oklahoma Baptist University is a private university in Shawnee, OK, known for its baptist faith tradition, small oklahoma campus, and nursing and health focus. With an acceptance rate of 47%, OBU is moderately selective, typically enrolling around 368 students each year. OBU is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 960–1160, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. OBU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $23,928 per year; the sticker price of $46,030 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Oklahoma Baptist University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

moderately selective

47%
Overall Accept Rate
1060
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 960 – 1160 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Oklahoma Baptist University

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Essay Strategy
OBU is a Baptist university where faith is central to campus life, so be direct and genuine about how your Christian faith shapes your goals and character. Admissions readers are looking for students who will actively engage with the spiritual community, not just tolerate a faith-based environment.
Test Score Strategy
Since OBU is test optional and your scores fall below their typical range, focus your application energy on your GPA, activities, and personal statement rather than submitting scores that could work against you.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Oklahoma Baptist University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$46k/yr$17.6k
30k-48k~$46k/yr$17.1k
48k-75k~$46k/yr$21.0k
75k-110k~$46k/yr$21.6k
110k+~$46k/yr$26.1k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

50%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$43k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1,322
Undergrad Enrollment
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