University of the Ozarks
About
The University of the Ozarks is a private, Presbyterian-affiliated liberal arts institution in Clarksville, Arkansas, known for its small class sizes and strong programs in business administration, education, and the natural sciences. The university is nationally recognized for its pioneering Jones Learning Center, the first comprehensive, fee-based support program in the country specifically designed to help neurodivergent students and those with learning disabilities succeed in college. On campus, students experience a tight-knit and remarkably diverse community with an active outdoor culture fueled by easy access to hiking, climbing, and paddling in the nearby Ozark Mountains.
Wikipedia:University of the Ozarks is a private university in Clarksville, Arkansas, United States. Enrollment averages around 900 students, representing 25 countries. U of O is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).
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