University of the Ozarks

  • 5/10 Overall Rating
  • 4 Year
  • Clarksville, AR
  • 0 reviews
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Overview

Total enrollment

778
University of the Ozarks overview
University of the Ozarks overview
  • Size Small
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad

Located in Clarksville, Arkansas, approximately 100 miles northwest of Little Rock, the University of the Ozarks is a private Presbyterian-affiliated liberal arts institution established in 1834, making it the oldest university in Arkansas. The 30-acre campus, situated in the Arkansas River Valley near the Ozark Mountains, features a mix of historic and contemporary buildings centered around a traditional academic quad. The university maintains small class sizes and operates on a selective admission basis, with academic programs particularly known for their teacher education, business administration, and environmental studies offerings. Students are required to live on campus for their first three years, with housing provided in five residential halls that accommodate the university's undergraduate population.

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Ratings

Ozarks is rated within the lower 46% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10.

  • Overall Rating
    5 out of 10
  • Academics
    5 out of 10
  • Resources
    7 out of 10
  • Outcomes
    4 out of 10
  • Value
    6 out of 10
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Admissions

Admission Standards

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University of the Ozarks admission standards
  • SAT (enrolled mid-50) 1020/1160
  • ACT (enrolled mid-50) 20/25
  • GPA 3.38

Acceptance Rate

59.5%
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  • Applications Due -
  • Enrollment Rate 15.7%
  • Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$25,950
Costs for University of the Ozarks
Fee Cost
Tuition $25,950
Books and Supplies $0
Other Fees $1,000
Room and Board $9,603
Budget for Other Expenses $4,592
Total One Year Cost $41,145
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Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$42,200 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

46% within 6 years
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Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at University of the Ozarks are Business, Education, and Biology. 37% of students major in Business, 16% in Education, and 10% in Biology.

  • Business 37%
  • Education 16%
  • Biology 10%
  • Social Sciences 10%
  • Communication 8%
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Last updated: August 2026