University of the Ozarks

It is moderately difficult to get into University of the Ozarks. The university admitted 60% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 2,150 applications received in 2023, 1,294 students were offered admission.

Consult with University of the Ozarks's admissions department for any important information, including application fees.

University of the Ozarks Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of University of the Ozarks's admissions stats.

University of the Ozarks 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	11.11%
Mean SAT Score	1030
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	20%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	48%
Waitlist	No

University of the Ozarks Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of the Ozarks.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Applying Early to University of the Ozarks?

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University of the Ozarks does not offer early decision or early action.

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How To Get Into University of the Ozarks

It is moderately difficult to get into University of the Ozarks. University of the Ozarks evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, University of the Ozarks accepted 60% of students, around 1,294 of the 2,150 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like University of the Ozarks, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to University of the Ozarks

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to University of the Ozarks

University of the Ozarks has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of the Ozarks?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at University of the Ozarks

What does University of the Ozarks consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Application Essay	Very Important
Interview	Very Important
Recommendation(s)	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered

Make sure to check with University of the Ozarks for more information on admission factors.

University of the Ozarks Application Requirements

To apply to University of the Ozarks, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with University of the Ozarks's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	√	–
Interview	–	–	√	–
Other Requirements	–	–	√	Test Optional Admission- student must, Submit letters of Recommendation, Submit an Academic Writing Sample, Interview with Admission Committee, Submit evidence of Community Service OR, Submit evidence of extracurricular activities, Submit evidence of Personal/Group Achievements
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	1	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	√	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.5	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of the Ozarks?

Students admitted to University of the Ozarks have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 58.95% submitted a class rank. At University of the Ozarks 11.11% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 30.37% were in the top 25% and 62.22% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of the Ozarks, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	14.1%
3.75 and 3.99	16.3%
3.50 and 3.74	18.06%
3.25 and 3.49	15.42%
3.00 and 3.24	19.38%
2.50 and 2.9	12.78%
2.00 and 2.49	3.52%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of the Ozarks directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of the Ozarks is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 20% of University of the Ozarks's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 48% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of the Ozarks?

To be competitive with other University of the Ozarks applicants, you should strive to score between 910 and 1130 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of the Ozarks 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1130 and 25% of scored lower than 910, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a University of the Ozarks student is 1030.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of the Ozarks students scored 550 or higher and 75% of students scored 460 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of the Ozarks students scored 580 or higher, and 75% scored a 460 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of the Ozarks, you should strive to earn between 17 and 24 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 24 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of the Ozarks's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 24, and three out of four students scored lower than 24 on the ACT.

A 17 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of the Ozarks students. Only one out of every four students scored below 17.

More Information on Transferring to University of the Ozarks

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of the Ozarks. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in University of the Ozarks during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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University of the Ozarks Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of the Ozarks?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of the Ozarks.

Does University of the Ozarks accept transfer credits?

✅ University of the Ozarks accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of the Ozarks accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does University of the Ozarks accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of the Ozarks accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of the Ozarks?

❌ No, University of the Ozarks is test optional, so you can decide whether or not to submit your standardized test scores. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is University of the Ozarks's acceptance rate?

✅ University of the Ozarks's acceptance rate is 60%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of the Ozarks?

❌ University of the Ozarks does not offer early decision.

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