by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Ouachita Baptist worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Ouachita Baptist is ranked #2,116 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Arkansas, it ranks #43 of 47 for value.
These Ouachita Baptist majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Musical Theater | #46 of 81 |
| Communications | #127 of 200 |
| General Biomedical Sciences | #156 of 237 |
| Business Administration / Management | #168 of 266 |
| Interior Design Management | #168 of 266 |
| Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education & Teaching | #188 of 252 |
| Teacher Education | #188 of 252 |
| Drama & Theater Arts | #207 of 299 |
| Secondary Education | #293 of 404 |
| Sports Management | #320 of 492 |
Read the full Ouachita Baptist value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Ouachita Baptist University is ranked #5 out of #50 in Arkansas for quality and #43 out of #47 for Arkansas value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Ouachita Baptist financial aid page to be sure.
Ouachita Baptist University is ranked #2,116 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Ouachita Baptist University is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Ouachita Baptist costs about $23,407. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $93,628 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $47,362 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $22,409 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $23,407 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $93,628 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Ouachita Baptist net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Ouachita Baptist degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $189,448 | — | — |
| All Students | $93,628 | #2,116 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $89,636 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $189,448 | — | — |
| All Students | $93,628 | #43 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $89,636 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Ouachita Baptist shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $19,709 |
| $30K–$48K | $19,326 |
| $48K–$75K | $20,813 |
| $75K–$110K | $23,238 |
| Over $110K | $23,523 |
About 96% of Ouachita Baptist undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $28,811 per year. Get more details on the Ouachita Baptist financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Ouachita Baptist cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.