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ACCEPTANCE RATE

50.19%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

15:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$20,018

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

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Sociology Program

The sociology program at University of the Ozarks prepares students for careers in defense, social service, schools, software, publishing, and social work in local health agencies, government, and private corporations. The program focuses on the study of human social institutions and social relationships. Program courses include: social theory, sociological research methods, social organization and structure, social stratification and hierarchies, dynamics of social change, family structures, social deviance and control, social institutions, and social problems. Get more details below including other Arkansas colleges that offer sociology program.

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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)

Students Enrolled in the Sociology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of the Ozarks offers a bachelor's degree program in sociology.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male1
Female2

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Hispanic1
White1
Non Resident Alien1

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Sociology program at Ozarks, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Sociologists

Description

Study human society and social behavior by examining the groups and social institutions that people form, as well as various social, religious, political, and business organizations. May study the behavior and interaction of groups, trace their origin and growth, and analyze the influence of group activities on individual members.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, sociologists employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -0.7% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

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
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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

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