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Oklahoma Baptist University

#561 in US ranking Shawnee, OK
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$48,675
Tuition & fees
$35,770
Avg. aid
$26,362
Receiving aid
100%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
49%
SAT range
1070–1240
ACT range
17–19

Outcomes

Graduation rate
52%
Median salary
$42,571
1 yr after graduation

What are the popular events and traditions at Oklahoma Baptist University?

OBU's recurring events include Biggie, Spring Affair and Christmas Chapel. They give students opportunities to take part in campus performance and shared gatherings outside ordinary classes.

Biggie and Spring Affair are associated with student entertainment and performances, while Christmas Chapel reflects the university's Christian calendar. Blitz Week is another recognizable student-activity tradition. Formats and dates can change from year to year, so the current campus calendar is the appropriate guide for anyone hoping to attend or participate.

What are the student housing and dining options at Oklahoma Baptist University?

OBU provides university-operated undergraduate housing, including residence-hall options. Housing availability should not be confused with a guaranteed placement: students should review the current application, deposit, assignment and eligibility rules before making a move-in plan.

Students should also check whether their assigned housing requires a meal plan and compare the current dining options with their schedule and dietary needs. Housing units are reported to have high-speed internet access. Students considering off-campus living should verify any residence requirement that applies to their class year or age and budget separately for rent, utilities, food and transportation.

Oklahoma Baptist University Campus Life

College owned housing available

Yes

Co-ed housing

No

Freshmen can park on campus

Yes

Highspeed speed internet

Yes

School organizations

42

Oklahoma Baptist University Campus at a Glance

Student-to-faculty ratio
16:1
Campus size
300 acres

Oklahoma Baptist University Career Help & Outcomes

Career Centers:

Full time employees: 1

Career Counselling:

Individual: All undergraduates

Group: All undergraduates

Career Center services:

  • Job Interviews
  • Resume preparation
  • Resume refers to employers
  • Career/Interest testing

Other information:

Job fairs on campus

Yes

Individual job placement

All undergraduates

On campus employer recruitment

All undergraduates

Oklahoma Baptist University Library Services and Resources

Main library name

Mabee Learning Center

Number of libraries on campus

2

Reservable study rooms in library

Yes

24h access

No

Physical facilities

Yes

Access to digital/electronic resources

Yes

Staff trained to provide and interpret library materials

Yes

Established library hours

Yes

Access to library collections that are shared with other institutions

Yes

Oklahoma Baptist University Computer Labs Access

  • 24h access
  • Help desk

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Data last updated on November 5, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.

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