Oklahoma Baptist University

Oklahoma Baptist University is a mid-size private non-profit master's university located in Shawnee, Oklahoma, with an undergraduate enrollment of 1,308. The institution offers master's-level programs across multiple professional and academic fields alongside its undergraduate curriculum, serving students seeking advanced credentials in applied disciplines. As an independently governed, non-profit institution relying on tuition, endowment returns, and philanthropic support, it operates within the broader Oklahoma postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. With a 49% acceptance rate, admission is moderately selective. Admission is competitive but accessible, with 49% of applicants receiving offers each year. Net price for families earning \$48,001–$75,000 averages $21,033 per year. The 4-year graduation rate is 51%, 6 percentage points above the national average of 45%. Among students who received federal financial aid, 10-year median earnings are $48,434. The student-to-faculty ratio is 16:1. Prospective students are encouraged to review net price calculators and complete the FAFSA early, as institutional aid availability varies significantly by family income level.