Ouachita Baptist University (OBU) was
established in 1886 and currently offers over
60 undergraduate programs of study in the
liberal arts. 1,448 students representing 32
states and 50 foreign countries study at OBU.
Small class sizes are the norm rather than the
exception and Ouachita's student to faculty
ratio is approximately 11 to 1. Learning at OBU
takes place in a Christ centered community.
Ouachita's academic programs are
organized into eight schools: Business, Natural
Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities,
Education, Christian Studies, Fine Arts and
Interdisciplinary Studies. Within these schools,
students will find many options for combining
programs of study and tailoring an educational
experience to fit a vast number of interests.
OBU also offers Ouachita's American
Semester for International Students (OASIS), a
one-semester study abroad program for
international students who do not desire to
pursue a four-year degree in the US but would
like to experience American culture and
tradition in the university environment.
Facilities
OBU's extensive facilities for students include
a comprehensive library, the Academic
Enrichment Center and a number of computer
labs, in addition to an array of athletic facilities.
OBU is a member of the NCAA Division II
Gulf South Conference and offers varsity-level
athletic programs in football, basketball, golf,
swimming & diving, tennis, soccer, volleyball,
cross country, and baseball. Additionally,
students may compete in a variety of
recreational sports. The University's rural
setting also allows for excellent outdoor
recreational activities.
Ouachita believes in the benefits of living on
campus and the majority of students live in
residence. All residence halls at OBU are airconditioned,
furnished and wired for LAN
connections, phone and cable.
Location
The city of Ouachita is located in the heartland
of America, Arkadelphia, Arkansas (65 miles
SW of Little Rock) near scenic Lake DeGray
State Park and Hot Springs National Park.
OBU's campus is in a beautiful natural setting
with many trees and hills, and is within 45
minutes of major cities for entertainment
opportunities.
Admissions
Applicants with a low or no TOEFL score can
be admitted through OBU's campus-based
ESL program. In addition to a completed
undergraduate admission form, international
applicants must provide:
- $200 (includes application fee, housing
deposit & SEVIS registration fee)
- $1,000 refundable tuition deposit
- 2 recent photos
- Completed health form
- Copy of their passport
- A copy of their certification of finances and
original financial documents
- One of the following scores: ACT, SAT, or
TOEFL (TOEFL can be taken upon arrival)
- Official transcripts
OBU has a rolling admission policy. However,
students are strongly encouraged to apply by
July 1 for fall admission and November 1 for
spring admission. Timely applicants are
eligible to compete for international student
scholarships.
International Student Support
OBU's International Programs Office is
focused on strengthening international
awareness, and assists international students
with the transition to university life and living in
the US. The International Programs Office
provides international students with
immigration and travel information, as well as
coordinating new student orientation and other
events throughout the year.
Highlights
- OBU offers a caring and academically
challenging environment
- International students and third culture kids make
up 7 % of the student body
- ESL classes are available for students with
limited English skills
- Over 95% of OBU students receive financial aid
- Scholarships available for international students
University and Location
- City Population - 10,914
- Climate - 26°F to 94°F
- Campus Setting - rural
- Private vs Public - private
- On campus Housing Available - yes
- Calendar Year: Fall semester (Aug-Dec)
Spring semester (Jan-May)
Student Profile
- Total Enrollment - 1,500
- # Faculty - 105 (full-time)
- Male/Female Student Ratio - 4:5
- # of International Students - 47
Annual Expenses (in US$)
- International Tuition $18,000/year
- Accommodation:
Residence $5,530
Private $6,830
Recognition
- North Central Association of Colleges and
Universities
- National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher
Education
- National Association for Schools of Music
- AACSB International- The Association to Advance
Collegiate Schools of Business
Admissions at a Glance
- Application Fee - $50
- Minimum English Language Requirements: TOEFL score required for placement
- International Student Application Deadlines: Rolling admissions- early application encouraged
Departments
Accounting, Economics, and Finance; Applied
Music; Biblical Studies; Biology; Chemistry;
Christian Ministry; Christian Missions; Christian
Theology; Church Music; Education; English;
Foreign Languages; History; Kinesiology and
Leisure Studies; Management and Marketing;
Mass Communications; Mathematics and
Computer Sciences; Music Education; Music
History and Literature; Music Theory/
Composition; Philosophy; Physics; Political
Science; Psychology; Speech Communication;
Sociology; Theatre Arts; Visual Arts
Contact
International Admissions
Daniel R. Grant Center for International Programs
410 Ouachita Street, Box 3777
Arkadelphia, Arkansas 71998 USA
phone: 1-870-245-5197
fax: 1-870-245-5312
email (Int'l): c07@obu.edu
internet: www.obu.edu
