Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001094
- Phone: (870) 368-7371
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
50.19%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
15:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$20,018Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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University of the Ozarks (Ozarks)
218 College Dr, Melbourne, AR
Ozarks is a nonprofit private institution located in Clarksville, Arkansas and provides a large number of program options for students. The Presbyterian Church affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Ozarks, with only about 630 students enrolled, offers a high ratio of teachers to students and personalized education as part of its commitment to students.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs University of the Ozarks offers:
- Biology
- Business Administration
- Advertising and Marketing
- Elementary Education
- Accounting
Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Students may take either the SAT or ACT exam scores to be considered for admissions at Ozarks. A score between 920 - 1095 on the SAT, or 20 - 26 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. This school has an admissions rate of around 85 percent of which only 24 percent decided to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found here.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $24,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and as such students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to get a better idea of their costs. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is approximately $3,300. Ozarks may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that qualify in the form of scholarships, grants, and loans.
The University of the Ozarks Eagles participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Soccer (NCAA Division III)
- Softball (NCAA Division III)
- Tennis (NCAA Division III)
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the candidates University of the Ozarks accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at University of the Ozarks is about 870, where graduate students make up roughly 31% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are between $25,000-$30,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- For part-time students, charges are between $1,000-$1,300 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 96% | $18,152 |
Receiving Student Loans | 71% | $6,380 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, University of the Ozarks may offer student services including:- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- * Accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (since 1981)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Ozarks is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (American Southwest Conference)
- Basketball (American Southwest Conference)
- Track and Field (American Southwest Conference)
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Wrestling
- Other Sports
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by University of the Ozarks by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Multimedia (B)
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B)
- Economics (B)
- Sociology (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to University of the Ozarks.
- Hendrix College in Arkadelphia, AR (63 miles away)
- Central Baptist College in Conway, AR (64 miles away)
- Arkansas Baptist College in Little Rock, AR (84 miles away)
- Philander Smith College in Morrilton, AR (84 miles away)
- Ouachita Baptist University in Springdale, AR (96 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001094
- Phone: (870) 368-7371
- School Homepage