About Oklahoma Baptist University

Founded in 1910, Oklahoma Baptist University. is a Private college. Located in Oklahoma, which is a city setting in Oklahoma, the campus itself is Town. The campus is home to 1,960 full time undergraduate students, and 113 full time graduate students.

The Oklahoma Baptist University Academic calendar runs on a Four-one-four plan basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 13:1. There are 125 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Oklahoma Baptist University include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate60%
Application Deadline
Application Fee0
SAT Range920-1165
ACT Range20-26

Admissions at OBU are considered Selective, with ,32% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 12 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

88% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 62% were in the top quarter, and 33% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Oklahoma Baptist University.

0%
“We”re apathetic”
45%
“We know about current events and vote”
55%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
5%
“Sometimes, but not often”
60%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
35%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
25%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
75%
“I feel extremely safe”
35%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
45%
“We bought the gear”
20%
“We live for the big game”
5%
“It”s not really our thing”
5%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
50%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
40%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
35%
“They keep regular office hours”
65%
“They”re always available”
25%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
45%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
30%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
30%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
60%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
10%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
55%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
45%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
0%
“We”re apathetic”
45%
“We know about current events and vote”
55%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
5%
“Sometimes, but not often”
60%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
35%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
25%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
75%
“I feel extremely safe”
35%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
45%
“We bought the gear”
20%
“We live for the big game”
5%
“It”s not really our thing”
5%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
50%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
40%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
35%
“They keep regular office hours”
65%
“They”re always available”
25%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
45%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
30%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
30%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
60%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
10%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
55%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
45%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    88 Students rated on-campus housing 3.7 stars. 10 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    59 Students rated off-campus housing 3.5 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    89 Students rated campus food 2.9 stars. 9 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    91 Students rated campus facilities 3.9 stars. 30 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    90 Students rated class size 4.7 stars. 72 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    91 Students rated school activities 4 stars. 35 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    90 Students rated local services 4.3 stars. 49 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    90 Students rated academics 4.2 stars. 49 % gave the school a 5.0.

Oklahoma Baptist University REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Oklahoma Baptist University?

33 Students rated Oklahoma Baptist University

Zachary - 07/13/2024

It is a great small college with intentional relationships and wonderful education! The professors are very approachable and they value the students. Class sizes are very small so it is easy for the professors to know the names and lives of the students if the students would like!

Aly - 04/15/2024

My opinion of Oklahoma Baptist University is that it is a beautiful campus currently renovating but to a more beautiful campus than it once was. I love the welcoming community that it offers you as soon as you step onto the campus. The professors and coaches are amazing. The way they teach is remarkable. I also love the cafeteria, the way they do things around there is unique. Also, the food there is not to shabby. Pretty amazing.

Jenna - 12/29/2021

OBU is definitely the place to be if you want to be able to have one-on-one conversations with your professors. They are actively available, and I have never had one turn me down for a meeting. The classes are intellectually stimulating, and the new nursing building is absolutely gorgeous.

Erin - 06/04/2020

Oklahoma Baptist University is a private, Christian university located in Shawnee, Oklahoma. The education system is phenomenal and the professors are there to push their students to do their best. Also because the school is smaller, there is more of a sense of community among the students and the professors. I enjoy the environment and people that surround me every day!

Oklahoma Baptist University FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Oklahoma Baptist University?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Oklahoma Baptist University is 60%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    The key thing I would stress is to get out there and meet as many people as possible. Coming to college can be scarey or intimidating and a lot of kids seem to find their core group and stick to those three or four people because they are scared to talk to people they dont know, or better yet, people who already have their own friends too. If you're nervous, its highly likely that everyone else feels the same way as you so why not be the one to break the ice? The reason this is important is because you never know who you may need down the road. The more people you get to know the better chance you have at a study group in case you have them in a class later on in the next semester. Also, make it a point to get to know your professors. They do genuinly care about your success, despite the scarey stories that they don't even care if you come to class. Don't be afraid to ask questions and send emails, that is the only way to grow and achieve more than those who don't ask questions!

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  3. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    Those who are not financially in need but make too much to qualify for aid.

    Read all 23 answers

  4. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    At OBU I am free to express my love for God without the chance of someone finding it rude and throwing me in jail. And beyond that I feel free to be myself with everyone, and it's just great to have that!

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  5. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    College gets a lot harder Sophomore year...

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  6. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    The worst thing that I think is hendering OBU is its location. It is not very appealing to perspective students and can be a turn off.

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  7. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    I brag about how much personalized attention I got from my professors. All my professors knew me by name and what my major was. I had good class sizes as well. It felt like home.

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  8. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    The most furstrating thing about my school is the amount of money it cost to attend and the fact that you HAVE to live on campus unless you are 21 or Married!

    Read all 14 answers

  9. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    OBU is a Christian liberal arts university that strives to help its students become more fully human.

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  10. Describe the students at your school.

    My classmates are challenging. Everyone is digging deeper and wanting to know more. Questions raised in class discussions are valuable. Most of my classmates want to deepen and strengthen their relationship with the Lord and are honestly engaged in class and take thier academics seriously.

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  11. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    OBU is known for their Nursing, and Ministry programs.

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  12. What's unique about your campus?

    OBU is small and friendly, and Shawnee provides for a homely environment.

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  13. What kind of person should attend this school?

    I believe if one wants to attend Oklahoma Baptist University, they should be ready to work hard. The students are offered help from their professors, but the professors are particularly interested in seeing how each student "teaches" themselves the material that is covered in class. The person who attends this school must be diligent, hard-working, ready and willing to sacrifice personal time to devote more time to studying for the classes in their major, and attentive to each professor. This person should also be willing to want to grow in their relationship with Christ as well as with others.

    Read all 9 answers

Student Body

Students

60%

female

40%

male

1,960

Total Undergrad Enrollment

113

Total Grad Students

32%

Out-Of-State

61%

In-State

7%

International

Organizations

117

Student Organizations

2

Fraternities

4

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

69%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
5%
% Asian/Pacific Islander
1%
% Black or African-American
6%
% Hispanic/Latino
2%
% White or Caucasian
69%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

100% of students attending Oklahoma Baptist University receive some sort of financial aid. 48% were awarded federal grants. While 60% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$25,310

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,300

Books and Supplies

$7,010

Room and Board

33,620

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$14,676
$30 - $48K
$15,960
$48 - $75K
$17,569
$75 - $110K
$19,272
$110K & UP
$24,571

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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