What families actually pay
Average yearly net price after grants, all students, by family income
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, College Scorecard · data snapshot October 2, 2026
AP credit
Most-taken exams, lowest score that earns credit| Exam | Min score | Ouachita Baptist University course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 4 | 4 MATH 2014, Calculus I See also note below for Calculus BC | |
| Calculus BC | 4 | 8 MATH 2014 & 2024, Calculus I and II Note…8 MATH 2014 & 2024, Calculus I and II Note: Credit for MATH 2014, Calculus I will be granted for an AB subscore of 4 on the BC exam | |
| Biology | 3 | 4 4 CORE 2334, Scientific Inquiry (non-majors…4 4 CORE 2334, Scientific Inquiry (non-majors only) BIOL 1014 or 1024, General Biology I or II | |
| Chemistry | 3 | 4 4 CORE 2334, Scientific Inquiry (non-majors…4 4 CORE 2334, Scientific Inquiry (non-majors only) CHEM 1004, General Chemistry I | |
| Physics 1 | 3 | 4 4 CORE 2334, Scientific Inquiry (non-majors)…4 4 CORE 2334, Scientific Inquiry (non-majors) PHYS 2024, College Physics I | |
| United States History | 4 | 3 6 HIST 2003, United States History to 1877 OR…3 6 HIST 2003, United States History to 1877 OR HIST 2013, United States History Since 1877 HIST 2003, United States History to 1877 AND HIST 2013, United States History Since 1877 | |
| Psychology | 5 | 3 PSYC 1013, General Psychology | |
| Statistics | 3 | 3 MATH 2063, Elementary Statistics |
Show all 32 exams and every score level
| Exam | Min score | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 4 | 4 MATH 2014, Calculus I See also note below for Calculus BC | |
| Calculus BC | 4 | 8 MATH 2014 & 2024, Calculus I and II Note…8 MATH 2014 & 2024, Calculus I and II Note: Credit for MATH 2014, Calculus I will be granted for an AB subscore of 4 on the BC exam | |
| Biology | 3 | 4 4 CORE 2334, Scientific Inquiry (non-majors…4 4 CORE 2334, Scientific Inquiry (non-majors only) BIOL 1014 or 1024, General Biology I or II | |
| Chemistry | 3 | 4 4 CORE 2334, Scientific Inquiry (non-majors…4 4 CORE 2334, Scientific Inquiry (non-majors only) CHEM 1004, General Chemistry I | |
| Physics 1 | 3 | 4 4 CORE 2334, Scientific Inquiry (non-majors)…4 4 CORE 2334, Scientific Inquiry (non-majors) PHYS 2024, College Physics I | |
| United States History | 4 | 3 6 HIST 2003, United States History to 1877 OR…3 6 HIST 2003, United States History to 1877 OR HIST 2013, United States History Since 1877 HIST 2003, United States History to 1877 AND HIST 2013, United States History Since 1877 | |
| Psychology | 5 | 3 PSYC 1013, General Psychology | |
| Statistics | 3 | 3 MATH 2063, Elementary Statistics | |
| Computer Science A | 4 | 4 CSCI 1044, Programming I | |
| Macroeconomics | 4 | 3 ECON 3013, Intermediate Macroeconomics | |
| Microeconomics | 3 | 3 ECON 2023, Principles of Microeconomics | |
| World History: Modern | 4 | 3 CORE 2243, History of World Societies | |
| Environmental Science | 3 | 3 3 CORE 3023, Scientific Connections…3 3 CORE 3023, Scientific Connections (non-majors) BIOL 3023, Environmental Science | |
| Physics 2 | 4 | 4 PHYS 2034, College Physics II | |
| European History | 5 | 3 CORE 2243, History of World Societies | |
| Human Geography | 4 | 3 GEOG 1003, Human Geography | |
| Spanish Language and Culture | 3 | 3 6 12 SPAN 1013, Elementary Spanish I SPAN 1013…3 6 12 SPAN 1013, Elementary Spanish I SPAN 1013 & 1023, Elementary Span I & II SPAN 1013, 1023, 2033 & 2043, Elementary Spanish I&II and Intermediate Spanish I & II | |
| United States Government and Politics | 4 | 3 PSCI 2013, American National Government | |
| Art History | 3 | 3 3 6 FINA 3113, Fine Arts: Art (non-majors only)…3 3 6 FINA 3113, Fine Arts: Art (non-majors only) ART 3043 OR 3053, Art History I or II ART 3043 AND 3053, Art History I and II | |
| ART – Drawing | 4 | 3 ART 1013: Drawing I (requires portfolio review) | |
| Art 2D Design | 4 | 3 Art 1003, Design I (requires portfolio review) | |
| Comparative Government and Politics | 4 | 3 PSCI 1123 , Comparative Politics | |
| English Language/Comp | 4 | 3 CORE 1043, Composition I | |
| English Literature/Comp | 4 | 3 CORE 2053, Composition II | |
| French Language and Culture | 4 | 6 12 FREN 1013 & 1023 FREN 1013, 1023, 2033, & 2043 | |
| German Language and Culture | 4 | 6 12 GERM 1013 & 1023 GERM 1013, 1023, 2033, & 2043 | |
| Japanese Language and Culture | 4 | 6 JAPN 1013 & 1023, Elementary Japanese I and II | |
| Music Theory – Non-aural Subscore | 4 | 2 MUTH 1022, Theory 1 OR MUTH 1122, Theory 1 for…2 MUTH 1022, Theory 1 OR MUTH 1122, Theory 1 for Musical Theatre & Music Industry 1 | |
| Music Theory-Aural Subscore | 4 | 2 MUTH 1002, Aural Skills 1 OR MUTH 1102, Aural…2 MUTH 1002, Aural Skills 1 OR MUTH 1102, Aural Skills for Musical Theatre & Music Industry 1 | |
| Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism | 4 | 4 PHYS 2064, University Physics II | |
| Physics C: Mechanics | 3 | 4 4 CORE 2334, Scientific Inquiry PHYS 2054…4 4 CORE 2334, Scientific Inquiry PHYS 2054, University Physics I | |
| Precalculus | 4 | 4 MATH 1034, Precalculus |
Source: obu.edu · checked September 19, 2026
Biggest majors
| Major | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Adult Health Nurse/Nursing | 38 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences | 28 |
| Communication | 19 |
| Finance | 18 |
| Psychology | 17 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 16 |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | 14 |
| Accounting | 11 |
Show the other 46 majors
| Business Administration and Management | 10 |
| Family and Community Services | 9 |
| Graphic Design | 7 |
| Music Management | 7 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services, Other | 7 |
| Biomedical Sciences | 6 |
| Sport and Fitness Administration/Management | 6 |
| Christian Studies | 6 |
| Bible/Biblical Studies | 6 |
| Musical Theatre | 6 |
| Management Science | 6 |
| English Language and Literature | 5 |
| Dietetics/Dietitian | 5 |
| Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies | 5 |
| History | 5 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management | 4 |
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts | 4 |
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | 4 |
| Music Teacher Education | 4 |
| Political Science and Government | 3 |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries, Other | 3 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies | 3 |
| Engineering Physics/Applied Physics | 3 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other | 2 |
| Organizational Leadership | 2 |
| Music | 2 |
| Fine/Studio Arts | 2 |
| Art/Art Studies | 2 |
| Philosophy | 2 |
| Applied Mathematics | 2 |
| Writing | 2 |
| Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | 2 |
| Secondary Education and Teaching | 2 |
| Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching | 2 |
| Environmental Studies | 2 |
| Voice and Opera | 1 |
| Social Sciences, Other | 1 |
| Physics, Other | 1 |
| Chemistry | 1 |
| Worship Ministry | 1 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | 1 |
| Ancient Near Eastern and Biblical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 1 |
| Spanish Language and Literature | 1 |
| Speech Teacher Education | 1 |
| Art Teacher Education | 1 |
| Computer Science | 1 |
Bachelor’s graduates, first major, most recent year · Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Sports and campus life
Men’s varsity · NCAA Division II, Great American Conference
Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Soccer, Swimming and Diving (combined), Tennis, Track and Field (Outdoor), Wrestling
Women’s varsity · NCAA Division II, Great American Conference
Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Swimming and Diving (combined), Tennis, Track and Field (Indoor), Track and Field (Outdoor), Volleyball
ROTC
Army
Faith groups
Cru, Newman Connection
Also
Honors college, Study abroad
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education athletics data (EADA), valormovement.com · checked September 4, 2026 · data snapshot October 2, 2026
The place
Setting
Town, distant
Federal locale classification
Metro area
Arkadelphia, AR
20,920 people
Big-city metro (1 million+)
No
More about the place
Nearest airport
Bill and Hillary Clinton Ntl/Adams Field (LIT)
Nearest hub airport
Dallas Love Field (DAL)
Walkability
EPA walkability index 7.7 of 20
Elevation
233 ft
Time zone
Central
January low
31°F
July high
94°F
Annual snowfall
1.4 in
Days at 90°F or higher
77 per year
One-bedroom fair market rent
$730 per month
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education (IPEDS locale), U.S. Census metro estimates, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, EPA walkability · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Colleges nearby
- Henderson State University0 mi
- University of Arkansas at Little Rock58 mi
- Southern Arkansas University Main Campus59 mi
- University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff60 mi
- University of Arkansas Grantham60 mi
- Philander Smith University61 mi
Straight-line distance between campuses
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