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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Shawnee, OK

Oklahoma Baptist University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in OK. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$34,050

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

55.7%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

51.9%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$48,434

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Oklahoma Baptist University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Shawnee, OK. With a competitive tuition profile of $34,050, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 51.9% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing510 – 600
20025th–75th percentile800
Math490 – 590
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite20 – 28
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

55.7%

Transfer-Out Rate24.7%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$136,200

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

7.4 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$18,434

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$48,140

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$232,480

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Oklahoma Baptist University is $24,801.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
54.2%
45.8%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
62.8%
Two or more
16.7%
Black
6.8%
American Indian / Alaska Native
6.6%
Unknown
2.5%
Hispanic
2.0%
International
1.3%
Asian
1.2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$34,050

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$20,668
$30k - $48k$18,530
$48k - $75k$24,595
$75k+$24,828

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$24,801
Pell Grant Recipients30.7%
Using Federal Loans44.1%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment70.3%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

68.6%

Success

51.9%

In-State Cost

$34,050

Age 25+ Students

6.4%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Smaller

Working at 6yr

676 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Shawnee (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Shawnee (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.