School Overview
The University of the Ozarks sits on 30 acres atop College Hill in Clarksville, Arkansas. This four-year, private coeducational university is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church. Annual enrollment for the school averages about 630 students, which come from state throughout the nation and 20 different countries.
The University of the Ozarks provides students with individualized academic advising and attention, as evidenced by its student/faculty ratio of 11:1 and an average class size of 14. The university offers 29 major areas of study, professional preparation, several pre-professional sequences, and a curriculum that emphasis liberal arts education.
The University of the Ozarks was ranked No. 1 Best Value in the Southern Region by the U.S. News & World Report’s America’s Best Colleges in 2012. It has also been ranked as a “top tier” college by U.S. News & World Report in the South Region for the past 13 years.
The University of the Ozarks is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
General Information
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Admission Office 415 North College Avenue Clarksville, AR 72830-2880 (479) 979-1227 (800) 264-8636 Fax: (479) 979-1417 [email protected] Contact: Kim Myrick Dean of Enrollment |
Main Address 415 North College Avenue Clarksville, AR 72830-2880 (479) 979-1000 www.ozarks.edu |
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Size Total undergrads: 675 First-time degree-seeking freshmen: 195 Degree-seeking undergrads: 636 Setting |
Degrees offered: |
Admissions Information
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Application Fee College has an application fee: Yes Regular application fee: $30 Online application fee: Free |
Enrollment Rates Percent applicants admitted: 96% Percent of students who return for sophomore year: 74% |
College Majors
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Arts, Visual & Performing Biological & Biomedical Sciences Business, Management, & Marketing Communications & Journalism Education English Language & Literature Health Professions & Clinical Sciences History Law & Legal Studies Liberal Arts & Sciences Mathematics Natural Resources & Conservation Parks, Recreation & Fitness Philosophy & Religion Physical Sciences Psychology Public Administration & Services Social Sciences |
Degree levels for each major are designated by the following letters:
B = Bachelor’s degree C = Certificate or diploma |
*We do not guarantee the accuracy of information on this page. All information is subject to change. You should confirm all information with a college admissions officer.
University of the Ozarks Highlights
School Information
| Phone Number: | (479) 979-1000 |
| Website: | https://www.ozarks.edu |
| Type of School: | 4-year, Private non-profit |
| Apply Online: | https://ozarks.edu/admissions-aid/how-to-apply |
| Address: | 415 N College Ave, Clarksville, AR 72830 |
| Setting: | Town: Remote |
| Campus Housing: | Yes |
Students & Programs
| Student Population: | 824 |
| 6-yr Graduation Rate (Bachelor's): | 51% |
| Student-to-faculty Ratio: | 15 to 1 |
| Distance Learning Programs: | |
| Distance Learning Students*: | 824 (100% of total students) |
| Degree Levels Offered: | Bachelor's |
* Students taking at least 1 distance learning course
Tuition & Financial Aid*
| In-state Tuition: | $25,950 |
| Out-of-state Tuition: | $25,950 |
| % of Students Receiving Financial Aid: | 100% |
| Avg. Amount of Grant or Scholarship Aid Awarded: | $19,710 |
* Full-time beginning undergraduate students. Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
University of the Ozarks Programs
See the degree programs that are offered at University of the Ozarks.
| Degree Name | Cert | Assoc | Bach | Mast | Doct |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences | 1 | ||||
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services | 4 | ||||
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs | 3 | ||||
| Education | 3 | ||||
| English Language and Literature/Letters | 1 | ||||
| Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 1 | ||||
| Health Professions and Related Programs | 1 | ||||
| History | 1 | ||||
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 1 | ||||
| Mathematics and Statistics | 1 | ||||
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | 1 | ||||
| Natural Resources and Conservation | 1 | ||||
| Philosophy and Religious Studies | 3 | ||||
| Physical Sciences | 1 | ||||
| Psychology | 1 | ||||
| Social Sciences | 3 | ||||
| Visual and Performing Arts | 3 | ||||
| Grand total | 30 |
* Based on programs that produced 2019-2020 graduates
Tuition & Financial Aid
See what it costs to enroll at University of the Ozarks and how many students are receiving scholarships, grants, or loans as financial aid to help cover the costs of tuition.
Undergraduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2019-2020 |
|---|---|
| In-state | $25,950 |
| Out-of-state | $25,950 |
| Books and supplies | $0 |
Graduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2019-2020 |
|---|---|
| In-state | $0 |
| Out-of-state | $0 |
Undergraduate Student Financial Aid, 2018-2019
Full-time Beginning Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Any student financial aid | 273 | 100% | – |
| Grant or scholarship aid | 260 | 95% | $19,710 |
| Student loan aid | 206 | 75% | $5,712 |
All Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant or scholarship aid | 867 | 99% | $20,635 |
| Federal student loans | 454 | 52% | $5,557 |
Admissions & Enrollment
See the admission requirements for University of the Ozarks. Find out how many students apply and how many are accepted. View a graphical breakdown of the gender, age, and ethnicity of currently enrolled University of the Ozarks students.
Undergraduate Admissions, Fall 2020
| Total | Male | Female | |
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| Number of applicants | 1,855 | 698 | 1,157 | Percent admitted | 100% | 51% | 50% |
| Percent admitted who enrolled | 11% | 14% | 9% |
Admissions Considerations
| Required | Recommended | Optional | |
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| Secondary school GPA | |||
| Secondary school rank | |||
| Secondary school record | |||
| Completion of college-preparatory program | |||
| Recommendations | |||
| Formal demonstration of competencies | |||
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| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) | |||
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language |
University of the Ozarks Enrollment, Fall 2020
| Total Enrollment | 824 |
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| Undergraduate enrollment | 824 |
| Graduate enrollment | 0 |
Undergraduate Attendance
Undergraduate Gender
Undergraduate Age
Undergraduate Race/Ethnicity
Undergraduate Distance Education
Undergraduates taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
Graduate Distance Education
Graduate students taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
University of the Ozarks Accreditation
This institution is accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Specialized institution accreditations:
- National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education
- Teacher Education (TED) - Baccalaureate and graduate programs for the preparation of teachers and other professional personnel for elementary and secondary schools
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