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Oklahoma Baptist University
Founded in 1910 by The Baptist General Convention of Oklahoma, Oklahoma Baptist University is a Christian liberal arts college in the Oklahoma City metro area. OBU grants 10 bachelor’s degrees in 88 areas of study informed by a Christian worldview. As a Christian university, OBU holds chapel services two to three times per week and sermons are archived on the Oklahoma Baptist website and Youtube channel. All new students participate in OBU’s Welcome Week which includes distribution of first year student beanies and The Walk: a procession across campus mirrored during graduation.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Baptist
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Admitted Student Stats
95%
Submitting ACT
23%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 23
Average SAT Composite: 1139
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
1,399
Total Number of Undergrads
1,330
Classroom Sizes
0
100
48%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
55%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
15:1
US National: 21:1Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $34,050 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $34,050 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $9,240 |
| Books and Supplies | $1200 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
72%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
29%
Average Aid Per Year
$20,947
29%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,151
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$18,344
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
55%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$10,364
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$12,000
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$215
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
42
Size of Town
Suburb or town
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Housing
0
100
69%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Bison
School Colors
green and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Great American Conference
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Oklahoma City
Dallas
Tulsa
Houston
Denver
Employed
6 mos. after graduation
75%
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$45,000
What Students Are Saying
OBU is an amazing university, it is small enough to where it is easy to get to know your professors and make friends on campus. It is also inclusive enough to where you can enjoy the college experience through different on-campus extracurriculars or other activities. I am loving the campus and all of my professors.
Jessy from Decatur, TX
OBU can offer a life changing experience, if you allow it to. Everything from your education to your spirit is taken into consideration, and oftentimes in ways that you would have never thought possible. You will be challenged to think, and it will be difficult, but the beauty is that you are never alone in your pursuits.
Ashley from Mustang, OK
OBU is a school focused on loving God and loving people. The people here want to invest in others and push them to be better mentally, physically, spiritually, and socially. Choosing OBU as my college has been one of the best decisions I have ever made.
Charis from Ponca City, OK
Oklahoma Baptist University has a very welcoming atmosphere and caring student body. The diversity on campus makes OBU stand out from other colleges since we are represented by 35 foreign countries. I love OBU because I was able to build strong relationships with my peers, professors, and God while on Bison Hill.
Abby from Shawnee, OK
obu provides such a friendly environment for all students. the professors make it a point to get to know you as a person and are so kind. i couldn't ask for a better mixture of a biblical education and amazing environment!
Anna from Mcallen, TX
OBU truly does integrate faith with learning. As a student, you are poured into in all aspects of life by faculty as well as other students. The relationships and experiences made here have an extremely positive effect on your life!
Sarah from Yukon, OK
This college was really engaging. The admission counselors answered every question I had. I loved it!
Khayriyyah from Grandview, MO
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