Ozarks Admission Requirements

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Ozarks Admission Overview

Ozarks admission requirements are competitive. Last year Ozarks admitted 59.5% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.38 GPA (B+) and SAT 1020-1160 / ACT 20-25. Ozarks is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Ozarks Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

59.5%

Admission Standards

Easy

Applicant Competition

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Admission difficulty for University of the Ozarks

Acceptance Rate

The Ozarks acceptance rate is 59.5%. Last year, 1,327 of 2,230 applicants were admitted. That is the 4th lowest acceptance rate in Arkansas.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Ozarks and can you get accepted?

Ozarks is a competitive school to get into, turning away a substantial share of applicants. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

University of the Ozarks typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.38. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 16% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

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Ozarks GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.38

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.38

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Ozarks typically have around a 3.38 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have above average high school grades. Ozarks is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #11 in Arkansas for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled University of the Ozarks freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 11.5% Good
3.75 to 3.99 19.5% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 15.0% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 15.5% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 15.5% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 16.5% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 6.0% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.5% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Ozarks SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1020-1160

Freshmen who sent SAT

26%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 530
  • Math 490
  • Composite 1020
SAT 25th percentile scores for University of the Ozarks

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 590
  • Math 570
  • Composite 1160
SAT 75th percentile scores for University of the Ozarks

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Ozarks typically score around a 1090 SAT (middle 50% 1020–1160) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 57th percentile nationally. Ozarks ranks #7 in the state of Arkansas for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1020 to 1160

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SAT policy

Ozarks is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1090 SAT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

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How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at University of the Ozarks
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1160+ Above 75th >74%
1090 to 1160 Avg + 60%-74%
1020 to 1090 Avg - 44%-60%
Below 1020 Below mid-50 <44%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Ozarks ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

20-25

Freshmen reporting ACT

74%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 19
  • Math 18
  • Composite 20
ACT 25th percentile scores for University of the Ozarks

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 24
  • Math 23
  • Composite 25
ACT 75th percentile scores for University of the Ozarks

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Ozarks typically have around a 22 ACT (mid-50 20–25) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 63rd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Ozarks places #8 among colleges in Arkansas for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 20 to 25

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Ozarks without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 22.0 ACT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

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How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at University of the Ozarks
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
25+ Above 75th >76%
22 to 25 Avg + 60%-76%
20 to 22 Avg - 47%-60%
Below 20 Below mid-50 <47%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

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Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.

University of the Ozarks admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,345 883 2,230
Accepted 838 488 1,327
Acceptance Rate 62% 55% 60%
Enrolled 114 94 208
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 14% 19% 16%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to University of the Ozarks and what student information is used for admission decisions?

University of the Ozarks application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of the Ozarks is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at University of the Ozarks
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

Ozarks is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 59.5% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.38 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1020-1160); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

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Last updated: August 2026