Oklahoma Baptist University (OBU) is a private Baptist university with a profound historical heritage and distinctive characteristics. The following is a detailed introduction to the school:

Historical background:

The school was prepared by the Oklahoma Baptist Church in 1906 and officially established in 1910. It was originally named "Oklahoma Baptist University" and used the name "the Baptist University of Oklahoma" before 1920.

The school is located in Shawnee, and the city of Shawnee contributed the initial campus land and the first building "Shawnee Hall" to it.

Academic resources:

Rich majors: Provide students with a wide range of academic courses, undergraduate majors cover more than 80 fields such as business, engineering, biological sciences, art, education, media, psychology, etc.; four master's degree programs are offered at the graduate level.

High teaching quality: The teacher-student ratio is 1:15, and the average class size is 16 people, which is conducive to teachers paying attention to the learning situation of each student and providing personalized guidance.

High academic recognition: It has been recognized by organizations such as "U.S. News & World Report" in terms of academic programs, faculty, and service mechanisms.

Campus facilities:

Beautiful campus environment: The campus is located in Shawnee, covers an area of ​​more than 210 acres, and presents an urban campus style. The campus is shaded by trees and has a unique architectural style, providing students with a comfortable learning and living environment.

Complete facilities: It has modern teaching facilities, including teaching buildings, laboratories, libraries, gymnasiums, etc. Among them, Dr. John Wesley Raley Chapel is a landmark building on campus, providing students with a place for religious activities and spiritual exchanges; Sarkeys Telecommunication Center provides advanced practical equipment for students majoring in media; W. P. Wood Science Building is a teaching and research place for science and engineering majors.

Campus culture:

Strong religious atmosphere: As a Baptist university, Christian faith is the core of campus culture. The school's educational philosophy emphasizes the combination of faith and academics, and cultivates students' moral qualities and spiritual pursuits. The school will regularly hold religious activities and lectures to allow students to grow under the guidance of faith.

Rich campus activities: There are various student clubs and organizations, such as the Student Union, Campus Activities Committee, and sports teams, which provide students with rich extracurricular life and exercise opportunities. The school also holds cultural festivals, concerts, sports competitions and other activities to enhance communication and teamwork among students.

Sports and Athletics: The school is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II and has the nickname "Bison". The school's sports teams have a high level of competition in basketball, football, track and field and other events, and have achieved excellent results in competitions many times.

Scholarships and Funding: The school has received a lot of donations from church members, has sufficient funds, and has established many scholarship programs. As long as the applicant has any expertise, he or she has the opportunity to receive the corresponding scholarship.

Employment Support: The school focuses on the career development of students, provides students with employment guidance and internship opportunities, and helps students enter the workplace smoothly. A high proportion of the 2022 graduates have successfully found employment or entered graduate schools for further studies after graduation.