Ouachita Baptist University Athletics

Ouachita Baptist competes in NCAA Division II, which offers athletic scholarships but maintains a balance between competitive sports and academics. The Tigers field 18 varsity sports teams with 577 total athletes, meaning about 36% of the student body participates in varsity athletics. The school awards $3.67 million in athletic scholarships annually. Ouachita competes in the Great American Conference alongside other regional universities. The Tigers have built a reputation for competitive programs across multiple sports, with football and basketball drawing the most campus attention during their seasons. The 12:1 student-faculty ratio extends to athletic programs, where coaches can provide more individual attention to players. Division II allows students to pursue serious athletics while still prioritizing their academic experience at this Southern Baptist institution.