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Oklahoma Baptist University, also known as OBU, is located in Shawnee, Oklahoma. It is a liberal arts Christian university owned by the Oklahoma’s Baptist General Convention. OBU was officially incorporated in 1910, but classes didn't began till 1911. The campus is spread across an area of 200 acres. Oklahoma Baptist University offers degrees through the following five main academic divisions:
The athletics teams of Oklahoma Baptist University are known as the Bisons. The teams participate in sports including basketball, tennis, soccer, and golf. Apart from this, the university houses several student organizations like the Community Activities Board, and Volunteer Action Committee.
Oklahoma Baptist University is found in Shawnee, OK. Shawnee is a town not particularly near any major cities. Applicants to the school are attracted by its Baptist identity. Oklahoma Baptist University is a private, not-for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Master's degree at the school.
Oklahoma Baptist University has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. The school is known for its programs in music.
Admission to Oklahoma Baptist University is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 440. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 450 and 560. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. Oklahoma Baptist University has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Students numbered 1,618 in 2007 at the school.
Full-time students are the norm at Oklahoma Baptist University. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Oklahoma Baptist University values student athletics, and belongs to the Sooner Athletic Conference. The school offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Oklahoma Baptist University is an institution founded on Christian principles and teachings whose primary purpose is to conduct educational programs in the traditional arts and sciences and in other disciplines with the intent to prepare students for effective leadership and service in the various vocations."
More complete details are provided below.
Oklahoma Baptist University
500 W University
Shawnee, OK 74804
General Phone: (405) 275-2850
http://www.okbu.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion And Philosophy | 58 | bible studies, theology and religious vocations, religion, philosophy, missionary studies, religious music, religious education, philosophy and religious studies, ... |
| Education And Teaching | 55 | elementary school teaching, secondary teaching, physical education teaching, art education, science teaching, foreign language teaching, business teaching, special ed, ... |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 46 | registered nursing |
| Business And Management | 39 | business management, accounting, sales and marketing, finance, international business, MIS, business and related services, managerial economics |
| Therapy And Counseling | 27 | psychology courses, physical therapy, psychology |
| Liberal Arts | 23 | English, history, anthropology, political science, interdisciplinary studies, Spanish language, sociology, French language, ... |
| Science | 16 | biology, biological and physical sciences, chemistry, physics |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 14 | parks and recreation management, exercise science |
| Media | 12 | public relations, communication and journalism, journalism |
| Music | 7 | music, music theory and composition, music performance |
| Art Studies | 6 | art studies |
| Family And Social Work | 5 | family and consumer science, social work, social service professions |
| Law | 3 | international trade law |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 3 | information science, computer and info science |
| Mathematics | 3 | mathematics |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 2 | drama, various performing arts |
| Fine Arts | 0 | fine arts studies |
Number of programs and degrees for Oklahoma Baptist University in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 313 | 66 |
| Associate's degree | 5 | 2 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 1 | 2 |
In 2007, Oklahoma Baptist University had a total enrollment of 1,618 students (1,474 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 39% |
| Women | 61% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 76% |
| Black | 6% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 7% |
| Unknown | 4% |
| (Foreign Students) | 4% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 12% |
| 20-21 | 37% |
| 22-24 | 30% |
| 25-29 | 8% |
| 30-34 | 3% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 75 % |
Oklahoma Baptist University offers campus housing for 711 of its 1,474 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Shawnee, Oklahoma for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Oklahoma Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,068 | 805 | 75% | 315 | 39% |
| Men | 379 | 288 | 76% | 122 | 42% |
| Women | 689 | 517 | 75% | 193 | 37% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 440 | 590 |
| SAT Math | 450 | 560 |
| SAT Writing | 440 | 590 |
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 28 |
| ACT Math | 19 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 21 | 27 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 8% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 92% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 15,932 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 15,932 |
| Room and board | $ 5,000 |
| Room charge | $ 2,500 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 1,350 |
| Books and supplies | $ 950 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,500 |
Financial Aid:
Oklahoma Baptist University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 316400)
Oklahoma Baptist University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 33 | 29 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 17 | 10 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 10 | 6 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $56,498 | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 14 | $58,205 | 9 | $49,927 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 21 | $50,427 | 18 | $43,994 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 19 | $39,126 | 11 | $30,019 |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $35,591 | 7 | $34,695 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 57 | $47,789 | 45 | $40,318 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Sooner Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Sooner Athletic Conference |
| Track | Sooner Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 172 | 128 | 300 |
| Track | 54 | 40 | 94 |
| Basketball | 23 | 24 | 47 |
| Baseball | 38 | 0 | 38 |
| All Other Sports | 57 | 64 | 121 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
Business/Managerial Economics
Finance, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Management Information Systems, General
Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Information Science/Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Visual and Performing Arts, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Business Teacher Education
Elementary Education and Teaching
Foreign Language Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Subject Areas, Other
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General
Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other
LAW
International Business, Trade, and Tax Law (LLM, JSD/SJD)
LIBERAL ARTS
Anthropology
English Language and Literature, General
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
French Language and Literature
General Studies
German Language and Literature
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
Journalism
Public Relations/Image Management
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music Theory and Composition
Music, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology
Philosophy
Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other
Religion/Religious Studies
Religious Education
Religious/Sacred Music
Theology and Religious Vocations, Other
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Biological and Physical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
Psychology, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Oklahoma Baptist University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
Notable:
Baptist affiliation Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships
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