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Arlington Baptist University

Arlington, TX·Private nonprofit·268 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and students from lower-income families. graduation rate is below 25% — most students don't finish here; fewer than half of freshmen return for sophomore year. 55% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.

N/A
Accept
268
Students
$28,599
Net Price
5%
Grad Rate
$38,000
Earnings
10 yr
$9,500
Debt

About This School

Arlington Baptist University is a private nonprofit institution located in Arlington, Texas with approximately 268 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $28,599 per year. The graduation rate is 5%, and the typical graduate earns $38,000 within 10 years of enrollment.

Arlington Baptist University is a private Bible college in Arlington, Texas. It offers both undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

The numbers here are genuinely alarming: a 5% graduation rate and 44% freshman retention rate mean the vast majority of students who enroll never finish their degree, which is a serious red flag regardless of the school's mission. On the positive side, median debt at graduation is a low $9,500, and the faith-based, small-community environment (just 268 students) may appeal to students seeking close-knit Christian education. Worth considering only if you have a very specific theological or ministry-focused reason to attend — and even then, visit, ask hard questions, and have a clear plan for completion.

Founded
1939
Setting
Large city

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing25%
Education15%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$19,290
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,290
Avg Net Price
$28,599
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants55%
Median debt at graduation$9,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
5%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
44%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$38,000
after enrollment
Median Debt
$9,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$9,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$26,500
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$38,000
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 4.0x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White38%
Black22%
Hispanic/Latino37%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (268 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Arlington Baptist University

3001 W Division

Arlington, TX 76012-3425

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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