Campus Identity
College of the Ozarks is a small private nonprofit college in Point Lookout, MO. Approximately 1,444 students are enrolled. Admissions are highly selective with a 12% acceptance rate. The campus sits on Table Rock Lake, just 5 miles from the water. Greek life is active on campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 97/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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At a Glance
College of the Ozarks is a small private nonprofit college in Point Lookout, MO. Approximately 1,444 students are enrolled. Admissions are highly selective with a 12% acceptance rate. The campus sits on Table Rock Lake, just 5 miles from the water. Greek life is active on campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 97/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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Campus Lifestyle
College of the Ozarks is a 1,000–4,999, small-town school with NAIA athletics and a greek life dominant Greek scene. The campus is 194 miles from Hidden Valley Ski Area.
Athletics
NAIA
Sooner
Greek Life
Greek Life Dominant
50% frats · 50% sororities
School Size & Setting
1,000–4,999
Town setting
Weather
Warm Climate
52°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
College of the Ozarks students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Hidden Valley Ski Area, 194 miles away with 7 lifts and 30 skiable acres. All are within 344 miles of campus.
Missouri
Missouri
Lake Life Campus
Table Rock Lake is 5 miles from campus, making it a true lake-life school, giving College of the Ozarks students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.
Table Rock Lake
Lake access within 4.5 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Point Lookout, MO
Point Lookout has a mild climate, with winters averaging 36°F in Jan and summers peaking around 79°F in Jul.
Station: OZARK BEACH 2 NNE · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
College of the Ozarks in MO earns a composite safety score of 97/100, rated Very Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | Annual Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $22,320 |
| Fees | $460 |
| Room & Board | $8,800 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $31,580 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
48 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is College of the Ozarks located?
College of the Ozarks is located in Point Lookout, MO. The main campus address is 100 Opportunity Avenue, Point Lookout, MO. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.
What is the acceptance rate at College of the Ozarks?
College of the Ozarks has an acceptance rate of 12%, making it highly selective. Out of 2,919 applicants, 350 were admitted in the most recent year. 1,444 students enrolled.
What ACT score do you need for College of the Ozarks?
The middle 50% of enrolled students at College of the Ozarks scored between 20 and 25 on the ACT, with a median of 22. About 90% of enrolled students submitted ACT scores. Scoring in this range will put you within the typical range, though admissions decisions consider many factors.
How much does it cost to attend College of the Ozarks?
For the 2024-25 academic year, College of the Ozarks charges $22,320/year in tuition. Including room and board ($8,800/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $19,960/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $6,100/year — what students actually pay. Use College of the Ozarks's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Does College of the Ozarks have college sports?
Yes — College of the Ozarks competes at the NAIA level in the Sooner. Division III programs emphasize academic achievement alongside athletic competition, without athletic scholarships.
Is College of the Ozarks the right fit for me?
Whether College of the Ozarks is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (12% admit rate), avg net price ($6,100/year after aid), campus culture in Point Lookout, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh College of the Ozarks against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with College of the Ozarks directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Private
- Location
- Point Lookout, MO
- Size
- 1,000–4,999
- Degrees Offered
- Bachelor's
- NCAA
- NAIA
- Conference
- Sooner
- School Year Weather
- Warm · 52°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 97/100
- Nearest Airport
- Branson, MO (BKG) · 6 mialso HRO (25 mi), SGF (44 mi)
Location
Point Lookout, MO