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The University of the Ozarks was established in 1834 by Cumberland Presbyterians as Cane Hill College in Cane Hill, Arkansas. A successor college, Arkansas Cumberland College was opened in Clarksville in 1891. The institute was given its present name in 1987. Today, it is a private four year university in Clarksville, Arkansas. The 30 acre campus is located at the foot of the Ozark Mountains, on College Hill, 100 miles west of Little Rock. The university, popularly known as Ozarks, recently celebrated its 175th anniversary.
Ozarks has been ranked as a top tier college in the south region by U.S News and World Report for the past 10 years. It is the oldest university in Arkansas and one of the oldest institutions of higher education west of the Mississippi River. It is the first college in Arkansas to graduate a woman and also the first white college to admit an African-American. The University of the Ozarks' athletic teams, which are called the Eagles, compete in the NCAA Division III.
The main campus of University Of The Ozarks is in Clarksville, AR (a self-contained town). The school is a Presbyterian Church (USA) institution. University Of The Ozarks is a private, not-for-profit school. The school offers degrees up to the Bachelor's degree.
University Of The Ozarks offers more choices of majors than most colleges its size. The school students most commonly major in a field related to science, mathematics, fine arts, and business and management.
University Of The Ozarks does not accept everyone who applies. In 2007-2008, SAT verbal scores of half of students were 440 to 595. Three-fourths of students accepted in 2007-2008 had SAT math scores of 460 or more.
The school's faculty/student ratio compares favorably with most colleges. The school offers tenure to reward and retain some professors.
In 2007-2008, University Of The Ozarks had 643 enrolled students.
Many students at the school live in campus housing. University Of The Ozarks makes available a lot of student housing. Meal plans are available. Student athletes at University Of The Ozarks belong to the American Southwest Conference for major sports.
More complete details are provided below.
University Of The Ozarks
415 N College Ave
Clarksville, AR 72830
General Phone: (479) 979-1000
http://www.ozarks.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 33 | business management, marketing, accounting |
| Liberal Arts | 23 | general studies, political science, economics, English, sociology |
| Science | 10 | biology, chemistry |
| Education and Teaching | 9 | physical education teaching, elementary school teaching, industrial arts teaching |
| Fine Arts | 7 | fine arts |
| Mathematics | 5 | mathematics |
| Therapy and Counseling | 4 | psychology |
| Media | 4 | mass communication, broadcast journalism |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 1 | environmental studies |
| Music | 1 | music |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 1 | drama |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of The Ozarks in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 98 | 21 |
In 2007-2008, University Of The Ozarks had a total enrollment of 643 students (620 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 42% |
| Women | 58% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 70% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 3% |
| Unknown | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 17% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 6% |
| 18-19 | 42% |
| 20-21 | 32% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 4% |
| 30-34 | 1% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 1% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 67 % |
University Of The Ozarks offers campus housing for 493 of its 620 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Clarksville, Arkansas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Arkansas Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 843 | 545 | 65% | 195 | 36% |
| Men | 367 | 220 | 60% | 82 | 37% |
| Women | 476 | 325 | 68% | 113 | 35% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 440 | 595 |
| SAT Math | 460 | 585 |
| ACT Verbal | 19 | 26 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 25 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 10% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 85% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 17,350 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 17,350 |
| Room and board | $ 5,725 |
| Room charge | $ 2,625 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,100 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,795 |
Financial Aid:
University Of The Ozarks participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 109400)
University Of The Ozarks has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 13 | $65,821 | 4 | $62,473 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 8 | $49,894 | 4 | $51,737 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 10 | $43,422 | 7 | $43,619 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 32 | $54,101 | 16 | $50,203 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | American Southwest Conference |
| Baseball | American Southwest Conference |
| Track | American Southwest Conference |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Technology Teacher Education/Industrial Arts Teacher Education
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
General Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Broadcast Journalism
Mass Communication/Media Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets University Of The Ozarks Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Presbyterian Church (USA) affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching NCAA athletic conference member
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