College of the Ozarks
A good fit for high-achieving applicants seeking a top-tier program and families who need the lowest possible cost. no major red flags in the data. generous financial aid cuts net price well below sticker.
About This School
College of the Ozarks is a private nonprofit institution located in Point Lookout, Missouri with approximately 1,415 undergraduate students enrolled. Admissions are highly selective, with an acceptance rate of 15%. The average net price after financial aid is $7,669 per year. The graduation rate is 61%, and the typical graduate earns $35,300 within 10 years of enrollment.
College of the Ozarks is a private Christian college in Point Lookout, Missouri, United States. The college has an enrollment of 1,426 and over 30 academic majors in Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science programs.
Known as "Hard Work U," this Christian college charges an average of just $7,669 per year — one of the lowest net prices in the country — because students work on campus in lieu of tuition, making it a genuinely affordable option for faith-aligned students comfortable with a small, rural environment. The 88% freshman retention rate signals students are happy once they arrive, but the 61% graduation rate is worth questioning, and median earnings of $35,300 a decade out are modest, so it's best suited for students whose goals align with the specific majors offered rather than those chasing high-earning career paths.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,415 undergraduates).
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