University of the Ozarks
Acceptance
60%
Avg SAT
1105
Tuition
$25,950
Grad Rate (4yr)
42%
Retention
69%
Earnings
$44,384
AI Overview
Nestled in Arkansas's scenic river valley, University of the Ozarks combines hands-on learning in top programs like Natural Resources Conservation and Media Studies with a close-knit campus where professors know your name. The moderately selective environment attracts self-motivated students who want personalized attention without cutthroat competition. What sets it apart: a distinctive approach to liberal arts education that emphasizes experiential learning through fieldwork, internships, and collaborative projects rather than lecture-heavy coursework.
AI-generated interpretation, separate from the federal statistics on this page · refreshed Mar 2026
SAT Score Range
ACT Score Range
Tuition
$25,950
Room & Board
$9,603
Average Net Price
$17,360
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants & scholarships
Receive Pell Grants
40%
Take Federal Loans
44%
Median Debt at Graduation
$20,875
6-Year Graduation Rate
1st Year Retention Rate
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
$44,384Median Debt
At graduation for completers
$20,875Top Programs by Earnings
Bachelor's degree graduatesBusiness Administration, Management and Operations
58 graduates
$50,789
4 yrs after graduation
Public Health
22 graduates
$49,174
4 yrs after graduation
Biology, General
17 graduates
$46,151
4 yrs after graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard
Available Programs
30+ programsAnd 18 more programs available
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