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Williams Baptist University

Walnut Ridge, Arkansas 72476

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Data last updated: May 29, 2026

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Known for biology — close-knit campus

Williams Baptist University is a private institution in Walnut Ridge with particular strength in biology and psychology. With an average SAT of 1018, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 490 undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.

36% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $38,484 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $15,875.

Established
1941
Mascot
Eagle
Type
Private university
Conference
National Association of

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59%Acceptance
1018SAT Avg
490Students
12:1Student:Faculty
36%Grad Rate
$38,484Earnings 10yr
$15,875Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate58.9%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1018

Reading & WritingMid: 495
460540
MathMid: 478
460518

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 22
1622

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$20,330
Room & Board$8,980
Books & Supplies$1,250
Total Cost of Attendance$32,222
Average Net Price$15,875
Median Debt at Graduation$21,820
Monthly Payment (10yr)$231

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$13,498
$30–48K$16,882
$48–75K$14,728
$75–110K$18,651
$110K+$18,456

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

53.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.4%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$9,500

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

3

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

1

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

0

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

1

Drug Arrests

1

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (20)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

50%

Below Average

Student Body

Undergrads
490
Gender Split
50% / 50%
Women / Men
First Generation
32%
Pell Grant Recipients
47%

Race & Ethnicity

White 75%
Black 12%
Hispanic 3%
Asian 1%
Two+ 2%
Int'l 6%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate35.9%
Freshman Retention49.6%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$38,067
10 Years$38,484

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

86Low

Estimated from AR state average

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 5"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 125

Nearest Cities

St. Louispop. 290K
178 mi(309 min)
Nashvillepop. 690K
232 mi(402 min)
Kansas Citypop. 500K
286 mi(496 min)

Getting There

Nearest Airports

MEM Memphis92 mi
STL St Louis184 mi
BNA Nashville238 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1144 mi · ~33h 3m drive
New York, NY968 mi · ~27h 58m drive
Hartford, CT1054 mi · ~30h 27m drive
Providence, RI1117 mi · ~32h 16m drive
Albany, NY1020 mi · ~29h 28m drive
Syracuse, NY920 mi · ~26h 35m drive
Rochester, NY858 mi · ~24h 47m drive
Buffalo, NY793 mi · ~22h 55m drive
Philadelphia, PA897 mi · ~25h 55m drive
Pittsburgh, PA664 mi · ~19h 11m drive
Harrisburg, PA814 mi · ~23h 31m drive
Newark, NJ960 mi · ~27h 44m drive
Washington, DC785 mi · ~22h 41m drive
Baltimore, MD812 mi · ~23h 27m drive
Atlanta, GA406 mi · ~11h 44m drive
Charlotte, NC570 mi · ~16h 28m drive
Raleigh, NC688 mi · ~19h 53m drive
Miami, FL957 mi · ~27h 39m drive
Orlando, FL765 mi · ~22h 6m drive
Tampa, FL752 mi · ~21h 43m drive
Nashville, TN232 mi · ~6h 42m drive
New Orleans, LA430 mi · ~12h 25m drive
Richmond, VA753 mi · ~21h 45m drive
Chicago, IL435 mi · ~12h 34m drive
Detroit, MI601 mi · ~17h 22m drive
Minneapolis, MN624 mi · ~18h 2m drive
St. Louis, MO178 mi · ~5h 9m drive
Kansas City, MO286 mi · ~8h 16m drive
Indianapolis, IN362 mi · ~10h 27m drive
Columbus, OH507 mi · ~14h 39m drive
Cleveland, OH620 mi · ~17h 55m drive
Milwaukee, WI504 mi · ~14h 34m drive
Dallas, TX406 mi · ~11h 44m drive
Houston, TX509 mi · ~14h 42m drive
Austin, TX564 mi · ~16h 18m drive
San Antonio, TX637 mi · ~18h 24m drive
Los Angeles, CA1545 mi · ~44h 38m drive
San Francisco, CA1734 mi · ~50h 6m drive
San Diego, CA1508 mi · ~43h 34m drive
Seattle, WA1783 mi · ~51h 31m drive
Portland, OR1768 mi · ~51h 5m drive
Denver, CO804 mi · ~23h 14m drive
Phoenix, AZ1211 mi · ~34h 59m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1175 mi · ~33h 57m drive
Honolulu, HI4103 mi · ~118h 32m drive
Southern (mild winters, hot summers)

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