Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 61.9%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 61.3%
- Retention Rate
- 88.3%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $41,592
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 14:1
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $58,673 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $52,107 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $40,896 | |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor | $32,391 | |
| Agricultural Business and Management. | Bachelor | $30,409 | |
| Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management. | Bachelor | $29,685 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $29,685 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $28,381 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor | $28,055 | |
| Animal Sciences. | Bachelor | $27,488 | |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor | $20,140 | |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor | $17,470 |
Outcomes Overview
College of the Ozarks graduates enter the workforce with virtually no student debt thanks to the school's work program model. The federal loan rate sits at 0.00%, meaning students graduate debt-free while national averages show most borrowers owing $37,000. Median earnings reach $41,592 within ten years of graduation. The employment rate hits 97.7%, well above national averages. Many graduates pursue careers in education, business, and ministry, fields that align with the college's Christian mission and liberal arts focus. Without monthly loan payments eating into paychecks, graduates keep their full earnings. This debt-free advantage creates a strong return on investment despite modest starting salaries.