University of the Ozarks
Strengths
Founded in 1834, the University of the Ozarks is the oldest one in Arkansas, and one of the oldest higher education institutions at west of the Mississippi River. It was founded by Presbyterians from Cumberland in 1834 as the Cane Hill School in Cane Hill. The University of the Ozarks is a private liberal arts university located north of downtown Clarksville, Arkansas. With small size classes and very committed teachers, the University of the Ozarks is not just a campus but a community.
Major, Academics
You will be able to choose lectures from the catalog catalog.pdf
Campus
The 30-acre University of the Ozarks campus sits on top of College Hill on the northern edge of Clarksville, Arkansas. The campus has now more than 20 buildings, the ten main of which are arranged around a central boulevard with a picturesque fountain. The tall trees and classic styled buildings give the campus a distinctive look.
A “Food for Thought” community garden provides fresh products all year-round on campus.
To see the map : https://ozarks.edu/life-at-ozarks/campus-and-region-map/
To discover
Clarksville is located in the Ozark National Forest ; the rich landscapes allow lots of outdoor activities : canoeing, fishing, hiking and camping. Clarksville is the entering gate to the Eureka Springs, a secluded and peaceful town where the streets are lined with extraordinary Victorian houses clinging on the cliffs. The whole downtown area is registered in the National Register of Historical Places.
Good to know
Sports are an important part of life in Ozarks and the athletics department has activities for everyone. The “Ozarks Outdoors” program offers its students the opportunity to explore and enjoy the local and regional natural wealth of the Arkansas River Valley.
The Student Life Office provides students with a shuttle service throughout the academic year (including the ride to or from Little Rock Airport).
more info : https://ozarks.edu/life-at-ozarks/shuttle-services/
This information is provided as a guide.
Please visit the partner university’s website to have exact updated information.
Eligibility
Required TOEFL Score : 533
ABS : 2nd, 3rd, 4th year
ESAM : 3rd, 4th year
ICD BEM : 2nd year
ISCPACOMM: 2nd (Paris), 3rd, 4th year
ISCPAPROD: 2nd (Paris), 3rd, 4th year
ISCPA JOURNALISM : 3rd and 4th year
Documents required
Resume (in English)
Transcript of records
ID Document
Cover letter (in English)
Additional documents will be requested according to the destination
Planning
AUTUMN
Orientation : few days before lectures start
Lectures start : end of August
End of lectures and exams : mid-December
SPRING
Orientation : few days before lectures start
Lectures start : mid-January
End of lectures and exams : mid-May
Procedures
ID Card or passport (compulsory for destinations outside the EU) valid for six months after your return date.
You need a VISA and international insurance is compulsory.
more info : https://ozarks.edu/about/forms-and-policies/student-handbook/
Accommodation
All Ozarks Residences offer a complete program of planned (or not) activities designed to foster student engagement and create a genuine sense of community. By living on campus, you will have convenient access to university societies, organizations and events, all close to you!
To give you an idea of the costs per semester :
King Hall and Smith Hall Double, single and quadruple rooms = $ 1,800
MacLean Hall and suites * Double rooms, suites, quadruple suites and single rooms = $ 1,900
Apartments and single rooms = $ 2,000
more info : https://ozarks.edu/life-at-ozarks/housing/
