Arkansas Baptist College
1621 Doctor M.L.K. Jr Dr, Little Rock, United StatesAll photos (0)
Overview of Arkansas Baptist College
About this school
Arkansas Baptist College, founded in 1884, is a private, church-affiliated college. Its campus is located in Little Rock.
- www.arkansasbaptist.edu/
Website
Coeducational
Co-ed
Graduate Students
Not reported
Institution Type
Private
Undergraduate Students
- Undergraduate Students:626
- Men:397 Men (63.4%)
- Women:229 Women (36.6%)
Location
Admission Information
Freshman Admission Requirements
Difficulty of Admission
Admission to Arkansas Baptist College is minimally difficult: most freshmen were not in the top 50% of their high school class and scored somewhat below 1010 on the SAT I or below 19 on the ACT; up to 95% of all applicants accepted.
High School Preparation
- High School Graduation:
High school diploma required and GED is accepted
- High School Program:
College preparatory program is not required
Required Or Recomended High School Units
| Subject | Required Units | Recommended Units |
|---|---|---|
English | - | 4 |
Mathematics | - | 4 |
Science | - | 2 |
Foreign Language | - | - |
Social Studies | - | 1 |
History | - | - |
Academic Electives | - | - |
Examinations Required
| Exam | Required | Scores Due Date |
|---|---|---|
SAT or ACT | - | - |
SAT Only | - | - |
ACT Only | Recommended | Not reported |
SAT and SAT Subject Tests, or ACT | - | - |
SAT Subject Tests Only | - | - |
| Essay/Test | Status | Scores Due Date |
|---|---|---|
SAT Essay Component Policy | Not Reported | |
ACT Writing Test Policy | Not reported | |
ACT Writing Test Policy | Not reported |
Admission Details
Admissions Office
Address | 1621 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive |
City, State, Zip | Little Rock, AR 72202-6067 |
Phone | (501) 244-5186 |
Fax | - |
Email |
Application Dates And Fees
Regular Admission Deadline | Rolling |
Application Fee | $25 |
Application Fee Waiver | Available |
Regular Admission Notification | Not reported |
Accept Offer Of Admission | Not reported |
Waiting List Used | - |
Defer Admission | Student can defer admission |
Transfer Admission | Transfer applications not accepted |
Early Admission
Early Decision Offered | No |
Early Decision Deadline | - |
Early Decision Notification | - |
Early Action Offered | No |
Early Action Deadline | - |
Early Action Notification | - |
Application Form
Common Application | Not accepted |
Universal College Application | Not accepted |
Electronic Application |
Other Application Requirements
Interview | Not Required |
Essay Or Personal Statement | - |
Letters Of Recommendation | - |
Other | - |
Financial Need | - |
Selection of Students
Factors involed in acceptance process.
4 star = most important, 1 star = least important.
| Factor | Importance |
|---|---|
Rigor of Secondary School Record | |
Academic GPA | |
Standardized Tests | |
Class Rank | |
Recommendations | |
Essay | |
Interview | |
Level of Applicant's Interest | |
Extracurricular Activities | |
Volunteer Work | |
Particular Talent/Ability | |
Character/Personal Qualities | |
First Generation to Attend College | |
State Residency | |
Geographic Residence | |
Relation with Alumnus | |
Religious Affiliation/Commitment | |
Ethnicity | |
Work Experience |
Profile of Fall Admission
Overall Admission Rate
Overall Admission Rate | Not reported |
Women | Not reported |
Men | Not reported |
Students Enrolled
Students Enrolled | Not reported |
Women | Not reported |
Men | Not reported |
Grade Point Average of Enrolled First-Year Students
Average GPA | 2.60 |
375 And Above | Not reported |
3.50 - 3.74 | Not reported |
3.25 - 3.49 | Not reported |
3.00 - 3.24 | Not reported |
2.50 - 2.99 | Not reported |
2.00 - 2.49 | Not reported |
SAT Score of Enrolled First-Year Students
Sat Math | Not reported |
• Score 700 - 800 | Not reported |
• Score 600 - 700 | Not reported |
• Score 500 - 600 | Not reported |
• Score 400 - 500 | Not reported |
• Score 300 - 400 | Not reported |
• Score 200 - 300 | Not reported |
• Score 700 - 800 | Not reported |
• Score 600 - 700 | Not reported |
• Score 500 - 600 | Not reported |
• Score 400 - 500 | Not reported |
• Score 300 - 400 | Not reported |
• Score 200 - 300 | Not reported |
ACT Scores of Enrolled First-Year Students
Act Composite | 15 average |
• Score 30 - 36 | Not reported |
• Score 24 - 29 | Not reported |
• Score 18 - 23 | Not reported |
• Score 12 - 17 | Not reported |
• Score 6 - 11 | Not reported |
• Score 5 Or Below | Not reported |
Tuition & Financial Aid
Tuition & Expenses
Cost of Attendance
- Books & Supplies: - Not reported
- Room & Board: - Not reported
- Other Expenses: - Not reported
- Tuition & Fees: - Not reported
Payment Plans
Arkansas Baptist College accepts
Applying for Financial Aid
Financial Aid Office
Email | - |
Website | |
Net Price Calculator Url |
Application Process
Application Deadline | Priority deadline April 15 |
Award Notification Date | Not reported |
Methodology For Awarding Institutional Aid | Federal Methodology |
Forms Required
| Forms Required | Filing Cost |
|---|---|
FAFSA| Code is 001087 | Free |
Profile of 2017-18 Financial Aid
First-Year Student
Financial Aid Applicants | Not reported |
Found To Have Financial Need | Not reported |
Received Financial Aid | Not reported |
Need Fully Met | Not reported |
Average Percent Of Need Met | Not reported |
Average Award | Not reported |
• Need-Based Gift | Not reported |
• Need-Based Self-Help | Not reported |
• Merit Based Gift | Not reported |
Merit Based Gift | Not reported |
All Undergraduates
Financial Aid Applicants | Not reported |
Found To Have Financial Need | Not reported |
Received Financial Aid | Not reported |
Need Fully Met | Not reported |
Average Percent Of Need Met | Not reported |
Average Award | Not reported |
• Need-Based Gift | Not reported |
• Need-Based Self-Help | Not reported |
• Merit Based Gift | Not reported |
Merit Based Gift | Not reported |
Borrowing
2016 Graduates with Loans | Not reported |
Average Indebtedness Of 2016 Graduates | Not reported |
Parents Of Students Receiving Aid | Not reported |
Parents Of Students Not Receiving Aid | Not reported |
Financial Aid Programs
Scholarchips And Grants
Need Based Available | Federal Pell grants, SEOG, State scholarships, Private scholarships |
Non Need Based Available | None |
Non-Need Awards
Academic Interest/Achievement | Not reported |
Creative Arts/Performance | Not reported |
Special Achievements/Activities | Not reported |
Special Characteristics | Not reported |
Employment
Work-Study Programs | Federal work study available |
Average Earnings from On-Campus Employment | Not reported |
Academics & Instruction
Academics Overview
Academic Calendar System
Semester
Summer Session
Offered
Graduation Requirements
General Education/Core Cirriculum
Required
Computer
Students not required to own/lease a computer
Foreign Language
Required
Math/Science
Required for all students
Faculty & Instruction
Full-Time Faculty
18
Part-Time Faculty
20
Full-Time Faculty With Ph.D./Terminal Degree
11%
Regular Class Size
- 2-9 students: - 15% of classes
- 10-19 students: - 26% of classes
- 20-29 students: - 47% of classes
- 30-39 students: - 9% of classes
- 40-49 students: - 2% of classes
- 50-99 students: - 1% of classes
% of Classes
2-9
10-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-99
# of Students
Discussion Section/Lab Class Size
- 2-9 students: - 18% of discussion sections/labs
- 10-19 students: - 36% of discussion sections/labs
- 20-29 students: - 45% of discussion sections/labs
% of Sections/Labs
2-9
10-19
20-29
# of Students
Advanced Placement
International Baccalaureate
Not reported
Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations
Not accepted for placement and credit
Sophomore Standing
Not available
Academic Resources
Libraries
Library Available On Campus | Yes |
Holdings | - |
Computer Ownership | Students not required to own/lease a computer |
Computers Available On Campus | 35 |
Internet E Mail Access | Not reported |
Academic Support Services
Remedial Instruction
Offered
Tutoring
Available
Services for Students Requiring Accommodations
Not available
Services for Students with Accessibility Needs
Arkansas Baptist College provides wheelchair access
Undergraduate Retention & Graduation
Returning First-Year Students
34.0%
Students Graduating Within 4 Years
Not reported
Students Graduating Within 5 Years
Not reported
Students Graduating Within 6 Years
Not reported
Programs & Majors
Undergraduate Education
Undergraduate Majors (7)
- Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching
- Business Administration and Management, General
- Elementary Education and Teaching
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Religion/Religious Studies
- Secondary Education and Teaching
- Social Work
Most Popular Disciplines
Not offered
Professional Degree Programs
Not reported
Special Programs
Cooperative work study program, Independent study, Internships, Summer session
Study Abroad
Online Degrees
None
Graduate and Professional Education
Master's Degrees Offered
Not reported
Master's Programs of Study (1)
- Not reported
Campus Life
Location & Geography
Population
196,537
Nearest Metropolitan Area
Campus Size
Weather
Temperature | 29.1 average low in January, 89.3 average high in September |
Rain | 105 rainy days per year |
Available Transportation
Nearest Bus Station | - |
Nearest Train Station | - |
Housing
College Housing
College offers housing to students
Types of Housing
Men only housing, women only housing, coed housing
Students of College Housing
13% of all students
Housing Restrictions
Freshmen are required to live on campus
Freshman Housing Guarantee
Students Living Off Campus/Commuting
87%
Security
24-Hour Emergency Phone/Alarm Devices
Not available
24-Hour Security Patrols
Not available
Late-Night Transport/Escort Services
Not available
Electronically Operated Housing Entrances
Not available
Personal Support Services
Health Service
Not offered
Personal Counseling
Not offered
Child Care
Offered
Sports & Recreation
School Athletics
Athletic Conferences | National Junior College Athletic Association |
Mascot | - |
School Colors | - |
Intercollegiate Athletics (Women)
| Factor | Offered | Scholarships Given |
|---|---|---|
Baseball | ||
Basketball | ||
Cheerleading | ||
Football |
Intercollegiate Athletics (Men)
| Sport | Offered | Scholarships Given |
|---|---|---|
Baseball | ||
Basketball | ||
Cheerleading | ||
Football |
Recreational Sports
Intramural Sports | - |
Student Activities
Activities And Organizations
Arkansas Baptist College offers choral groups, marching band, national fraternities, national sororities, phi beta lambda, international club, student government association, choral/band organization
Sororities
75% of women participate
Fraternities
25% of men participate
ROTC
Student Body
Co-educational
Yes
Number of Full-Time Undergraduates
495
Undergraduates
All Undergraduates
626
Women
229
Men
397
Ethnicity of Students from U.S.
- Not reported
International Students
Not reported
Average Age
25
Number of Graduate Students
Not reported