Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002500
- Phone: (417) 626-1236
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
10.26%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
14:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$16,987Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
College of the Ozarks
1111 N Main St, Joplin, MO
College of the Ozarks, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Point Lookout, MO, the school resides in a rural setting for students to study in. The school maintains a Presbyterian Church affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Approximately a thousand students are enrolled annually at College of the Ozarks.
Students can select from several areas of study, including:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Education
- Security And Protective Services
The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions to this school. A score in a range of 1650 - 1760 on the SAT, or 21 - 24 for the ACT is common among accepted students. Admission to this school is considered highly competitive, with only 9% of students who applied being admitted. More information on admissions can be found at cofo.edu.
The cost of tuition is close to $20,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's net price calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. The price of on-campus housing is about $3,000 annually. College of the Ozarks may offer financial aid for students who are eligible in the form of scholarships, grants, and loans.
The College of the Ozarks Bobcats participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, as part of the NAIA organization. Available sports offered:
- Baseball (NAIA Division II)
- Basketball (NAIA Division II)
- Volleyball (NAIA Division II)
Students who would like to see more about College of the Ozarks may check out their website at http://www.cofo.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may provide a better idea of the candidates College of the Ozarks accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at College of the Ozarks is around 1,600 students. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 20% enrolling as graduate students and 100% as undergraduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition is estimated to be around $21,000 per year for in-state and nonresident students
- For part-time students, charges are between $310-$370 per unit
- The estimated cost for room and board is around $9,100, which includes twenty-one meals provided every week
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $16,414 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, College of the Ozarks may provide services to students like those listed below:- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Assistance to find work
- Day care
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Dietetics Program
- * Accredited by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (since 1980)
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2010)
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2010)
Intercollegiate Athletics
College of the Ozarks is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports being in the NAIA Division II classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (369)
- Basketball (369)
- Golf
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by College of the Ozarks by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Business and Marketing Studies
Communication Technology
Communications and Journalism
- Journalism (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Family and Consumer Sciences
Foreign Languages and Literature
History
- History (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Personal and Culinary Services
- Culinary Arts (B)
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
- Sociology (B)
Theology and Religious Vocations
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to College of the Ozarks.
- Drury University in Canton, MO (42 miles away)
- Evangel University in Kansas City, MO (42 miles away)
- Southwest Baptist University in Leawood, KS (68 miles away)
- John Brown University in Pine Bluff, AR (79 miles away)
- University of the Ozarks in Melbourne, AR (80 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002500
- Phone: (417) 626-1236
- School Homepage