College of the Ozarks Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
College of the Ozarks is a private university in Point Lookout, Missouri, enrolling about 1,444 students. Admission is selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 11.99% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $41,592 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $22,320
- 2024 Average Net Price: $6,100 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 11.99% Selective
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,444 98.8% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 63.69%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
- First-Generation Students: 32.7%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 6.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 70.2%
- Average SAT Score: 1118
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 1,614
- Applicants (IPEDS): 2,495
- Room & Board: $8,800 annual estimate
College of the Ozarks: what the data shows
Common questions about College of the Ozarks, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is College of the Ozarks?
College of the Ozarks is located in Point Lookout, MO (ZIP 65726-0017).
NCES locale classification: Town distant.
Is College of the Ozarks public or private?
College of the Ozarks is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does College of the Ozarks cost?
Published tuition: $22,320.
Average net price after aid: $6,100.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $6,381 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $6,140 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $5,022 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $6,409 |
| $110,001+ | $10,426 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $89,280.
How hard is it to get into College of the Ozarks?
Admission rate: 11.99%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1118 and midpoint ACT 23.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is College of the Ozarks?
Total enrollment: 1,444 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 1,614 students.
About 99% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at College of the Ozarks?
150%-time completion rate: 63.69%.
First-year retention: 90.2%.
What do graduates of College of the Ozarks earn?
Median earnings: $36,507 six years after entry; $41,592 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
49.19% of students receive Pell grants.
What is College of the Ozarks known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Psychology, General (29 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (22 completions)
- Sociology, General (17 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (17 completions)
- Accounting (16 completions)
- Animal Sciences, General (14 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies (13 completions)
- Social Work (13 completions)
- Health Professions and Related Programs (13 completions)
- Engineering, General (12 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is College of the Ozarks a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 11.99%; completion rate 63.69%; median earnings $41,592 at 10 years; net price $6,100. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$22,320
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at College of the Ozarks was $22,320.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$6,100
2024 Value
In 2024 College of the Ozarks had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $6,100.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$24,400 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$6,100 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$89,280 4-Year Tuition
$8,800 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,150 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$32,270 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$129,080 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for College of the Ozarks.
Financial Aid by Income Level
49.19% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
0.00% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
Not reported
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at College of the Ozarks was not reported in the College Scorecard extract for this institution.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for College of the Ozarks in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $18,330 | $18,330 | $11,491 |
| 2014 | $18,530 | $18,530 | $10,720 |
| 2015 | $18,730 | $18,730 | $13,603 |
| 2016 | $18,930 | $18,930 | $12,783 |
| 2017 | $19,130 | $19,130 | $8,352 |
| 2018 | $19,360 | $19,360 | $9,380 |
| 2019 | $19,660 | $19,660 | $11,349 |
| 2020 | $19,960 | $19,960 | $7,195 |
| 2021 | $19,960 | $19,960 | $7,202 |
| 2022 | $20,290 | $20,290 | $8,182 |
| 2023 | $21,290 | $21,290 | $7,669 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
11.99% Acceptance Rate
2,495 Total Applicants
371 Students Admitted
256 First-Time Students Enrolled
69.00% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is highly selective, accepting fewer than 3 in 10 applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1118
ACT Average: 23
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.25
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
College of the Ozarks reported total enrollment of about 1,444 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 45% male and 55% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (85.3%), Hispanic or Latino (4.6%), and Two or More Races (3.8%). About 49.19% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 32.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
98.8% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at College of the Ozarks in 2024 is 1,444 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,614 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
90.2%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 85.3%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
48.73% 100% Completion Time
63.69% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 48.73% of students graduating from College of the Ozarks completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Psychology, General: 31% male / 69% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 45% male / 55% female
- Sociology, General: 24% male / 76% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for College of the Ozarks.
Return on Investment
$41,592 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
1604.59% Return on Investment
Financial value analysis for College of the Ozarks.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 56 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Psychology, General: 29 completions
2. Business Administration and Management, General: 22 completions
3. Sociology, General: 17 completions
4. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 17 completions
5. Accounting: 16 completions
6. Animal Sciences, General: 14 completions
7. Criminal Justice/Safety Studies: 13 completions
8. Social Work: 13 completions
9. Health Professions and Related Programs: 13 completions
Most popular programs at College of the Ozarks.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for College of the Ozarks graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for College of the Ozarks from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 70.2%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,409
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $13,386
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
College of the Ozarks is a private non-profit institution located in Point Lookout, MO, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Sociology, General. Enrollment is approximately 1,444 students. Student body composition includes White (85.3%), Hispanic or Latino (4.6%), Two or More Races (3.8%). It is highly selective, with an admission rate of 11.99%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1118. The 150%-time completion rate is 63.69%. Approximately 49.19% of students receive Pell Grants. About 32.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
Location
Point Lookout, MO 65726-0017
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 56 distinct degree programs, College of the Ozarks provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is College of the Ozarks located?
College of the Ozarks is located in Point Lookout, MO.
What is College of the Ozarks's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at College of the Ozarks is 12.0% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 2,495 applicants and 371 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does College of the Ozarks cost?
Reported tuition is $22,320 and average net price is $6,100 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $8,800 annually.
What is the student body demographics at College of the Ozarks?
College of the Ozarks reports undergraduate enrollment of about 1,614 students, White (85.3%), Hispanic or Latino (4.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend College of the Ozarks?
About 32.7% of students at College of the Ozarks are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for College of the Ozarks?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, College of the Ozarks reports midpoint SAT about 1118 and midpoint ACT about 23.
What do graduates of College of the Ozarks earn?
Median earnings are $36,507 six years after entry and $41,592 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at College of the Ozarks?
The 150%-time completion rate is 63.7% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
Is College of the Ozarks public or private?
College of the Ozarks is a private nonprofit institution located in Point Lookout, MO.
Is College of the Ozarks an HBCU?
No. College of the Ozarks is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is College of the Ozarks a tribal college?
No. College of the Ozarks is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is College of the Ozarks a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, College of the Ozarks does not meet that proxy (reported share 4.6%).
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Missouri college costs
- Missouri colleges by ROI
- Plains regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Missouri
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.