University Of The Ozarks

University of the Ozarks was founded by the Cumberland Presbyterians as Cane Hill School in 1834. The school was renamed as University of the Ozarks on achieving university status in 1987. The campus covers an area of 30 acres and is located in Clarksville, Arkansas. University of the Ozarks, also known as U of O, its recent enrollments have been over 600 students. U of O offers minors in a number of subjects such as art, chemistry, history, strategic communication, mathematics and environmental studies. Besides, U of O also offers pre-professional programs such as pre-pharmacy, pre-engineering, pre-medical sciences and pre-veterinary science.

The students in the university are actively involved in various clubs and organizations such as Student Publications and Broadcasting, Political Organizations, Student Government Organizations, Religious and Service Organizations, and Theatrical and Musical groups.

Highlights

Where the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• Presbyterian Church (USA) religious affiliation.
• Many students concentrating in mathematics, business and management, science, and fine arts.
• Number of dorm rooms for students.
• Large number of programs of study offered.
• Good faculty-to-student ratio.
• Superior share of faculty on tenure track.

Other important characteristics:

• Faculty tenure system
• Library on-campus
• Campus housing available
• Student meal (board) plan
• Study abroad option
• Part-time classes available

Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)

Students

Student enrollment was 643 in 2007-2008 (620 full-time equivalent).

About 42% of the freshmen class in 2008-2009 was male and women were 58% of the class.

Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students.

Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.

Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)

Financial Aid: University Of The Ozarks participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

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Housing and Meals

University Of The Ozarks provides on-campus housing for 493 of its 620 (full-time) students (as of 2008-2009). The school requires freshmen to live on campus.

Students may purchase a meal plan which includes 19 meals weekly.

Athletics

The school is in the American Southwest Conference for major sports.

Admissions (2008-2009)

SAT Test Scores: