410 Ouachita St.
Arkadelphia, AR 71998

Ouachita Baptist University is a private four-year institution offering a variety of academic undergraduate programs. Ouachita Baptist is comprised of eight schools, including the School of Social Science, the School of humanities, the School of fine arts and others. Programs of study include Christian Studies Theology, Computer Science, education in the Christian School and many more. Ouachita Baptist University was rated "First in Baccalaureate Colleges in the South" in U.S. News & World Report's "Best College of 2008."

Ouachita Baptist University was established in 1886 and is located in the suburban town of Arkadelphia, Arkansas. The scenic campus offers numerous state-of-the-art facilities for students to take advantage of including the Jones Performing Arts Center, the Harvey Jones Science Center, a library, residence halls and more.

Ouachita Baptist University offers numerous on campus activities including a variety of sports for men and women. Some include cross country, baseball, football, basketball and more. Ouachita Baptist University is a member of NCAA Division II Gulf South Conference. On campus students clubs and organizations are also available to students. Some include the Ouachita Dietetics Club, the Debate/Forensic Club and several others.

Students at Ouachita Baptist can also take advantage of the numerous recreational, cultural and historical activities off of campus as well. The city of Arkadelphia features the DeGray Lake Resort State Park home to a golf course, full service marina and more. Students can enjoy snorkeling, horse back riding and many other recreational activities. Arkadelphia also offers ethnic restaurants, art galleries and shopping. Also within close proximity to campus is Little Rock, Arkansas, which features numerous attractions.

Ouachita Baptist University offers numerous forms of financial aid to students including scholarships, grants, work-study and more. About 92 percent of Ouachita Baptist University students receive some form of financial aid. Also available at Ouachita Baptist University are numerous study abroad options. Ouachita Baptist offers program in Scotland, Hong Kong, France, England and many others.

Quick Facts:

Ouachita Baptist University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Ouachita Baptist University was ranked number two Baccalaureate Colleges in the South in the "Great Schools/Great Prices" category in U.S. News & World Report's"America's Best Colleges in 2008."

Students can take advantage of small class sizes and expert faculty at Ouachita with a student to faculty ratio of 13 to one.

Ouachita Baptist University is affiliated with the Arkansas Baptist State Convention.

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