C+
Above Average
Score: 55/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
47/100 · earnings-weighted

University of the Ozarks

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Clarksville, Arkansas 72830
🌐 https://ozarks.edu/
University of the Ozarks — acceptance rate 58%, tuition $24,950
University of the Ozarks — acceptance rate 58%, tuition $24,950
University of the Ozarks campus, Clarksville, AR
University of the Ozarks campus, Clarksville, AR. Photo: Larryisch, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
B
68/100
Affordability
F
31/100
Resources
C+
59/100
Experience
A
87/100
Prestige
D
34/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

763
Total Enrollment
52%
Graduation Rate
73%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
58%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at University of the Ozarks, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$44,384
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$37,651
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$20,875
Median debt at graduation
51.5%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,105
Average SAT
21
Median ACT
39.8%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 47% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 38th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (AR wage index 0.72). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at University of the Ozarks

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Business Administration, Management and Operations$35,373$50,789-26%#1073 of 1176#851$17,321
Public Health$32,564$49,174-16%#167 of 215#104$19,500
Biology$27,992$46,151-19%#770 of 841#566$19,750

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The University of the Ozarks Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $185,100
  • Avg rent near campus: $794/mo — vs ~$445/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 72821 (4.9% cap, Altus)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $24,950 $24,950
Room $4,009
Board $4,809
Total Cost (On-Campus) $37,915 $37,915

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
39%
Receive Pell Grants
62%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

763
Total Students
56%
Women
94%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 43%
Hispanic 15%
Black 6%
Asian 2%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 28%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 92%
Hybrid (Some Online) 8%
Fully Online 1%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 94%
25-64 (Adult) 2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of the Ozarks?
University of the Ozarks has an acceptance rate of 58%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend University of the Ozarks?
Tuition at University of the Ozarks is $24,950 for in-state students and $24,950 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at University of the Ozarks?
The graduation rate at University of the Ozarks is 52%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is University of the Ozarks a good school?
University of the Ozarks has a Repit College Score of 55/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend University of the Ozarks?
University of the Ozarks has a total enrollment of 763 students. Most students (94%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology