College of the Ozarks Admissions

College of the Ozarks is selective with a 21% acceptance rate. This means roughly one in five applicants gains admission, making it competitive but not impossible to enter. Students typically score between 1065-1234 on the SAT or around 23 on the ACT. The school seeks students who embrace its "Hard Work U" philosophy and Christian values. Admissions officers look for applicants willing to work campus jobs instead of paying traditional tuition, demonstrating both financial need and strong work ethic. The college values students committed to service, conservative Christian beliefs, and hands-on learning through their unique work-study program that covers tuition costs.