University of the Ozarks
Faith-based college · Clarksville, AR · 767 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
60%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1020–1160
ACT (middle 50%)
20–25
Average net price
$17,192
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$38,466
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
48%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into University of the Ozarks?
University of the Ozarks accepts about 60 of every 100 applicants (60%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1020 and 1160 on the SAT. A score at or above 1160 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1020, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 20–25.
The latest federal data says University of the Ozarks is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University of the Ozarks's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does University of the Ozarks cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $38,466 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $17,192 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $26,700 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$26,700
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$26,700
- Room & board$10,700
- Total cost of attendance$38,466
- Average net price after grants$17,192
Popular majors
Business, Biology, Health Professions & Nursing, Psychology, Education.
University of the Ozarks FAQ
- What is University of the Ozarks's acceptance rate?
- 60% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for University of the Ozarks?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1020–1160. Aim for 1160 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for University of the Ozarks?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 20–25.
- Is University of the Ozarks test-optional?
- The latest federal data says University of the Ozarks is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University of the Ozarks's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does University of the Ozarks cost?
- About $38,466 a year before aid; $17,192 on average after grants.
- What is University of the Ozarks's FAFSA school code?
- 001094. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so University of the Ozarks receives your information.
- What is University of the Ozarks's graduation rate?
- 48% of students finish within six years.
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