by our College Data Analytics TeamIs WBU worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
WBU is ranked #1,554 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B- (above average for value). Within Arkansas, it ranks #31 of 47 for value.
Among the majors WBU offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Teacher Education | #55 of 179 |
| Liberal Arts | #182 of 345 |
| Liberal Arts General Studies | #256 of 473 |
| Liberal Arts / Sciences & Humanities | #256 of 473 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #396 of 960 |
| Psychology | #413 of 1,068 |
| Business Administration / Management | #510 of 1,232 |
Read the full WBU value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Williams Baptist University is ranked #31 out of #47 for Arkansas value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the WBU financial aid page to be sure.
Williams Baptist University is ranked #1,554 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Williams Baptist University is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at WBU costs about $15,745. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $62,980 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $33,458 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $15,745 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $15,745 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $62,980 |
*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 WBU net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What WBU costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a WBU 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 | $133,832 | — | — |
| All Students | $62,980 | #1,554 | B- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $62,980 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $133,832 | — | — |
| All Students | $62,980 | #31 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $62,980 | — | — |
*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 WBU shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $13,498 |
| $30K–$48K | $16,882 |
| $48K–$75K | $14,728 |
| $75K–$110K | $18,651 |
| Over $110K | $18,456 |
About 100% of WBU undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $17,433 per year. Get more details on the WBU financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average WBU 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.