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University of the Ozarks

Clarksville, AR·Private nonprofit·753 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for families looking for lower cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. financial aid brings net price below sticker.

58%
Accept
753
Students
$13,630
Net Price
52%
Grad Rate
$38,600
Earnings
10 yr
$11,000
Debt

About This School

University of the Ozarks is a private nonprofit institution located in Clarksville, Arkansas with approximately 753 undergraduate students enrolled. University of the Ozarks has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 58%. The average net price after financial aid is $13,630 per year. The graduation rate is 52%, and the typical graduate earns $38,600 within 10 years of enrollment.

University of the Ozarks is a private university in Clarksville, Arkansas, United States. Enrollment averages around 900 students, representing 25 countries. U of O is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).

The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $13,630/year net cost and only $11,000 in median debt at graduation, this small Presbyterian-affiliated school in Arkansas is genuinely affordable, which matters. But the 52% graduation rate is a real concern — fewer than half of students who start here finish — and median earnings of $38,600 a decade out suggest limited career lift for most graduates. Worth considering if you're drawn to a tight-knit international community (students from 25 countries) and need to minimize debt, but go in with eyes open about the odds of completing your degree.

Founded
1834
Setting
Remote town

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing34%
Health Professions12%
Biological Sciences10%
Psychology10%
Education9%
Social Sciences6%
Visual & Performing Arts4%
Communications3%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1088
Reading 75th %ile580
Math 75th %ile583

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite21

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$25,950
Out-of-State Tuition
$25,950
Avg Net Price
$13,630
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants36%
Median debt at graduation$11,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
52%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
73%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$38,600
after enrollment
Median Debt
$11,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$11,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$28,700
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$38,600
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.5x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White43%
Black6%
Hispanic/Latino15%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (753 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

University of the Ozarks

415 N College Ave

Clarksville, AR 72830

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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