At a glance
Average net price
$6,100
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
63.7%
Admission rate
12%
Undergrad size
1,444
In-state tuition
$22,320
Out-of-state tuition
$22,320
Cost of attendance
$33,734
Median earnings (10y)
$41,592
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,118
- ACT midpoint
- 23
- Retention
- 90.2%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
24 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (24%), trades & services (20%), business (16%).
- STEM15%
- Health9%
- Business16%
- Humanities & arts16%
- Social sciences24%
- Trades & services20%
- Business16.3%~235 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~131 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Education8.4%~122 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Agriculture8.4%~122 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology7.8%~113 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~70 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~61 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~57 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Engineering3.6%~52 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~52 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Social sciences3.6%~52 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science3.0%~43 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English3.0%~43 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication3.0%~43 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~39 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~35 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~30 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- History2.1%~30 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts1.8%~26 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~26 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Theology1.5%~22 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~17 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~13 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics0.6%~9 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 57 | $36,271 | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 49 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 48 | $27,627 | — |
| Engineering, General. | Bachelor's | 33 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 33 | $47,092 | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 32 | $28,798 | — |
| Animal Sciences. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 26 | $39,544 | — |
| Bible/Biblical Studies. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 23 | $24,936 | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | — |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor's | 21 | $30,951 | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Agricultural Business and Management. | Bachelor's | 14 | $31,778 | — |
| Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Plant Sciences. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Hospitality Administration/Management. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Journalism. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About College of the Ozarks
College of the Ozarks is a mid-sized institution located in Point Lookout, Missouri, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,444 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Health professions, Education.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at College of the Ozarks — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $6,100 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $22,320 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $33,734 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 63.7%, a above-average completion outcome. 90.2% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $41,592 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
College of the Ozarks confers degrees and certificates across 24 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Health professions, Education. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (24% of credentials), trades & services (20% of credentials), business (16% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
College of the Ozarks accepts 12% of applicants, making it highly selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,118. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 23.
Location & campus
Set in Point Lookout, Missouri (town), College of the Ozarks draws students from across Missouri and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about College of the Ozarks
Q.How much does College of the Ozarks cost?
The average net price at College of the Ozarks is $6,100 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $33,734.
Q.What is the graduation rate at College of the Ozarks?
College of the Ozarks has a 6-year graduation rate of 63.7% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into College of the Ozarks?
College of the Ozarks admits 12% of applicants, which is considered highly selective.
Q.How much do College of the Ozarks graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median College of the Ozarks graduate earns $41,592 per year.
Q.What is tuition at College of the Ozarks?
Published tuition is $22,320 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is College of the Ozarks located?
College of the Ozarks is located in Point Lookout, Missouri (ZIP 65726).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with College of the Ozarks at their official website.