Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
68.52%
SAT Average
1,212
ACT Range
21-28
Ouachita Baptist University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 68.52%. This means approximately 685 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,612 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
68.52%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $32,480 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $32,480 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $45,132 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $22,355 | State avg: $14,015. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 22.60% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 48.50% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Ouachita Baptist University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$32,480
Room and board
$9,240
Books and supplies
$1,100
Other expenses
$4,678
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$45,132
Average net price
$22,355
Average aid coverage
50%
$22,777 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Ouachita Baptist University pays approximately $22,355 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Arkansas average of $14,015 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Ouachita Baptist University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Arkansas and national averages.
Ouachita Baptist University net price
$22,355
Arkansas average
$14,015
National average
$17,506
Ouachita Baptist University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $32,480 and average net price at $22,355. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$32,480
Current net price
$22,355
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
70.30%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$51,673
Undergraduates
1,612
10-Year Median Earnings - Ouachita Baptist University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Ouachita Baptist University graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Ouachita Baptist University?
Undergraduates
1,612
Completion rate
70.30%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
22.60%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
48.50%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 22.60% of Ouachita Baptist University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 48.50% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Ouachita Baptist University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Ouachita Baptist University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Ouachita Baptist University lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Ouachita Baptist University is listed at 410 Ouachita St, Arkadelphia, AR 71998-0001. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Ouachita Baptist University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ouachita Baptist University | 68.52% | $32,480 | $22,355 | $51,673 |
| Jefferson Regional School of Nursing | Not available | Not available | Not available | $73,975 |
| University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences | Not available | Not available | Not available | $73,827 |
| University of Arkansas Grantham | Not available | $8,280 | $9,325 | $63,496 |
| Baptist Health College Little Rock | 100.00% | $13,593 | $34,755 | $62,244 |
Similar Schools in Arkadelphia
This local cluster focuses on nearby Arkadelphia schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Arkadelphia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ouachita Baptist University's acceptance rate?
Ouachita Baptist University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 68.52%.
How much is Ouachita Baptist University tuition?
Ouachita Baptist University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $32,480.
What is Ouachita Baptist University's average net price?
Ouachita Baptist University's average net price in the local dataset is $22,355.
What does Ouachita Baptist University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $19,709 for Ouachita Baptist University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Ouachita Baptist University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $51,673 for Ouachita Baptist University.
Is Ouachita Baptist University accredited?
Ouachita Baptist University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Ouachita Baptist University?
The local dataset lists 1,612 undergraduate students at Ouachita Baptist University.
What percentage of Ouachita Baptist University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Ouachita Baptist University in the local dataset is 22.60%.
What is the federal loan rate at Ouachita Baptist University?
The federal loan rate for Ouachita Baptist University in the local dataset is 48.50%.
Where should I verify Ouachita Baptist University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Ouachita Baptist University or the latest official federal education data.