Williams Baptist University
Walnut Ridge, AR · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · Rural
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About Williams Baptist University
Williams Baptist University is a private university in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas, United States. The university is owned and operated by the Arkansas Baptist State Convention, which is affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention. Founded in 1941, this institution began as a two-year school. It began granting bachelor's degrees in 1984 and master's degrees in 2017. The name of the school was changed in 1991 from Southern Baptist College to Williams Baptist College in honor of its founder and first president, H. E. Williams. In 2018, its name was changed to Williams Baptist University. Williams has been accredited since 1963 by the Higher Learning Commission.
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83%
Acceptance
$15,745
Net price
478
Enrollment
26%
Grad rate
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Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
83%
Acceptance rate
980
SAT average
22
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$15,745
Average net price
$21,070
In-state tuition
$21,070
Out-of-state tuition
$9,340
Room & board
$1,250
Books & supplies
$33,597
Total cost of attendance
54%
Students receiving Pell grants
47%
Students with federal loans
$21,820
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
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After Graduation
$38,484
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$38,067
Median earnings (6 yrs)
26%
Graduation rate
70%
Retention rate
69%
Earn more than a HS grad
$4,360
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
478
Total enrollment
1%
Part-time
20
Avg. age at entry
32%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Williams Baptist University FAQ
Is Williams Baptist University a public or private school?
Williams Baptist University is a private nonprofit institution located in Walnut Ridge, AR.
What is the acceptance rate at Williams Baptist University?
Williams Baptist University has an acceptance rate of 83%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Williams Baptist University cost?
The average annual net price at Williams Baptist University is $15,745 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $21,070.
What is the graduation rate at Williams Baptist University?
About 26% of students at Williams Baptist University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Williams Baptist University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Williams Baptist University students earn a median of $38,484 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Williams Baptist University?
Admitted students at Williams Baptist University have an average SAT score of 980 and an ACT midpoint of 22. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Williams Baptist University?
Williams Baptist University enrolls about 478 students.
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