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Ozark Christian College

Joplin, Missouri 64801

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Close-knit campus — excellent value

Ozark Christian College is a private urban institution in Joplin, Missouri. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

A small campus of 612 undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

68% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $41,297 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $17,931.

Established
1942
Motto
Training men and women for Christian service.
Mascot
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Type
Private college

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98%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
612Students
13:1Student:Faculty
68%Grad Rate
$41,297Earnings 10yr
$17,931Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Ozark Christian College Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate98.2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

98.2%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$15,550
Room & Board$9,070
Books & Supplies$800
Total Cost of Attendance$25,475
Average Net Price$17,931
Median Debt at Graduation$16,772
Monthly Payment (10yr)$178

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$15,279
$30–48K$15,868
$48–75K$17,578
$75–110K$18,782
$110K+$19,161

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

44.2%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$9,784

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

3

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

1

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

0

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

1

Drug Arrests

1

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (12)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

77%

Negative
  • •77% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
612
Gender Split
47% / 53%
Women / Men
First Generation
26%
Pell Grant Recipients
38%

Race & Ethnicity

White 83%
Black 2%
Hispanic 6%
Asian 1%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate67.9%
Freshman Retention77.1%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$32,528
10 Years$41,297

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Ambassadors

SoccerVolleyball

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

MCI Kansas City152 mi
OKC Oklahoma City209 mi
STL St Louis253 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1293 mi · ~37h 21m drive
New York, NY1128 mi · ~32h 35m drive
Hartford, CT1205 mi · ~34h 49m drive
Providence, RI1270 mi · ~36h 41m drive
Albany, NY1162 mi · ~33h 34m drive
Syracuse, NY1051 mi · ~30h 22m drive
Rochester, NY984 mi · ~28h 26m drive
Buffalo, NY917 mi · ~26h 29m drive
Philadelphia, PA1062 mi · ~30h 41m drive
Pittsburgh, PA814 mi · ~23h 31m drive
Harrisburg, PA974 mi · ~28h 8m drive
Newark, NJ1119 mi · ~32h 20m drive
Washington, DC958 mi · ~27h 41m drive
Baltimore, MD982 mi · ~28h 22m drive
Atlanta, GA615 mi · ~17h 46m drive
Charlotte, NC773 mi · ~22h 20m drive
Raleigh, NC886 mi · ~25h 36m drive
Miami, FL1149 mi · ~33h 12m drive
Orlando, FL964 mi · ~27h 51m drive
Tampa, FL943 mi · ~27h 15m drive
Nashville, TN433 mi · ~12h 31m drive
New Orleans, LA556 mi · ~16h 4m drive
Richmond, VA937 mi · ~27h 4m drive
Chicago, IL493 mi · ~14h 15m drive
Detroit, MI707 mi · ~20h 25m drive
Minneapolis, MN548 mi · ~15h 50m drive
St. Louis, MO258 mi · ~7h 27m drive
Kansas City, MO138 mi · ~3h 59m drive
Indianapolis, IN488 mi · ~14h 6m drive
Columbus, OH652 mi · ~18h 50m drive
Cleveland, OH749 mi · ~21h 38m drive
Milwaukee, WI538 mi · ~15h 33m drive
Dallas, TX326 mi · ~9h 25m drive
Houston, TX510 mi · ~14h 44m drive
Austin, TX507 mi · ~14h 39m drive
San Antonio, TX578 mi · ~16h 42m drive
Los Angeles, CA1347 mi · ~38h 55m drive
San Francisco, CA1526 mi · ~44h 5m drive
San Diego, CA1315 mi · ~37h 59m drive
Seattle, WA1583 mi · ~45h 44m drive
Portland, OR1563 mi · ~45h 9m drive
Denver, CO595 mi · ~17h 11m drive
Phoenix, AZ1021 mi · ~29h 30m drive
Salt Lake City, UT966 mi · ~27h 54m drive
Honolulu, HI3901 mi · ~112h 42m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Kansas City (MCI)152 miles
Rental car
228 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
304 min$182-304
Oklahoma City (OKC)209 miles
Rental car
314 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
418 min$251-418

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