Ozark Christian College is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Joplin, Missouri with 602 undergraduates. It admits 94% of applicants, costs an average of $18,732 a year after grants and graduates 52% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Ozark Christian College acceptance rate and admissions
Ozark Christian College admitted 94% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Ozark Christian College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $16,480 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $9,356 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $28,986 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $18,732 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $18,732 a year after grants and scholarships, $10,254 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Ozark Christian College's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Ozark Christian College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 52% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $40,203 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $18,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 46% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Ozark Christian College majors and what graduates earn
Ozark Christian College awarded bachelor's degrees in 6 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from bible/biblical studies ($40,548).
All 6 majors at Ozark Christian College
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bible/Biblical Studies | 27 | $32,809 | $40,548 | $13,875 |
| Pastoral ministry | 80 | $32,959 | n/a | $23,225 |
| Divinity and ministry | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Religious Music and Worship | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Religious Institution Administration and Law | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Ozark Christian College
1 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 1 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bible/Biblical Studies | Master's | 11 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 602 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 47% women, 53% men
- 17 students for every faculty member
- Setting: small city
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Ozark Christian College?
Ozark Christian College admitted 94% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Ozark Christian College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $16,480. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $18,732 a year in 2024-25.
Is Ozark Christian College test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Ozark Christian College reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Ozark Christian College?
52% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Ozark Christian College graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $40,203 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.