Williams Baptist University

Private nonprofit four-year university in Walnut Ridge, AR that costs an average of $17,814 a year after financial aid, admits 83% of applicants and graduates 36% of full-time students.

Net price / year
$17,814
Acceptance rate
83%
Graduation rate
36%
Earnings after 10 yrs
$47,042

Private nonprofitRural (distant)478 undergraduates

Cost of Williams Baptist University

Total cost of attendance (per year)$42,550
Tuition and fees, in-state$22,540
Housing and food (on campus)$9,990
Books and supplies$1,250
Average net price after aid$17,814

Net price by family income

Family incomeAverage net price / year
$0–30,000$17,480
$30,001–48,000$16,435
$48,001–75,000$16,618
$75,001–110,000$21,321
$110,001+$16,546

Net price is what students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Get your own estimate with Williams Baptist University's net price calculator ↗.

Admissions

Acceptance rate83%
Average SAT980
ACT composite (25th–75th percentile)16–21
Test scoresConsidered but not required

Graduation, earnings and debt

Graduation rate36%
First-year retention70%
Median earnings 6 years after enrolling$40,073
Median earnings 10 years after enrolling$47,042
Rank in Arkansas (earnings)12th of 22 similar colleges
Median debt of graduates$19,930
Typical monthly loan payment$227 (10-year plan)
Students with Pell grants51%
Students with federal loans63%

Majors and programs at Williams Baptist University

Earnings one year after graduation and median debt, by program. Click a program for details and comparisons.

Bachelor's degree programs (18)

ProgramGraduates (2 yrs)Earnings after 1 yrMedian debt
Bible/Biblical Studies14——
Biology24——
Business Administration, Management and Operations19——
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other9——
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology———
Criminal Justice and Corrections8——
English Language and Literature3——
Finance and Financial Management Services9——
History6——
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities47—$23,500
Music2——
Political Science and Government4——
Psychology29——
Religious Education———
Religious Music and Worship5——
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness30——
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods29——
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas13——

Associate's degree programs (2)

ProgramGraduates (2 yrs)Earnings after 1 yrMedian debt
Bible/Biblical Studies———
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities4——

Master's degree programs (2)

ProgramGraduates (2 yrs)Earnings after 1 yrMedian debt
Education———
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods23——

Similar colleges in Arkansas

CollegeCityNet price / yrAcceptanceEarnings
Central Baptist CollegeConway$20,27663%$49,734
Lyon CollegeBatesville$14,40063%$49,833
Arkansas Baptist CollegeLittle Rock$12,951—$35,793
Philander Smith UniversityLittle Rock$22,153—$40,195
University of the OzarksClarksville$17,19260%$44,113
Hendrix CollegeConway$23,17756%$59,310
Crowley's Ridge CollegeParagould$18,918—$44,146
John Brown UniversitySiloam Springs$22,47676%$58,769

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About Williams Baptist University

TypePrivate nonprofit four-year university
LocationWalnut Ridge, AR
SettingRural (distant)
Undergraduates478
Student-to-faculty ratio14 to 1
AccreditorHigher Learning Commission
Websitewilliamsbaptistuniversity.com ↗

Frequently asked questions

What is Williams Baptist University's acceptance rate?

Williams Baptist University admits 83% of applicants. Admitted students average 980 on the SAT.

How much does Williams Baptist University cost per year?

The full cost of attendance is $42,550 a year (tuition and fees: $22,540). After grants and scholarships the average student pays $17,814 a year, and students from families earning under $30,000 pay about $17,480.

How much do Williams Baptist University graduates earn?

Former students earn a median of $47,042 a year, 10 years after first enrolling — 12th of 22 similar colleges in Arkansas.

What is Williams Baptist University's graduation rate?

36% of full-time students graduate within six years, and 70% of first-year students return for a second year.