College of the OzarksStudent Guide

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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Point Lookout, MO. Operating on a semester system.

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Point Lookout, MO
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Student guide · Fall 2026

The semester, explained for College of the Ozarks

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall 2026
Campus terms
15
Local details
10

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 20, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

6 entries
  1. Fall 2026Relevant now
  2. Spring 2027
  3. Summer 2027
  4. Fall 2027
  5. Spring 2028
  6. Summer 2028

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Campus language

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15 terms

A

Ashcroft
Ashcroft Hall, a women's residence hall.

C

CofO
Common abbreviation for College of the Ozarks used in student organizations and branding.
Convo
Short for Convocation, the mandatory assembly programs students must attend.

F

Foster
Foster Hall, a men's residence hall.

H

Hard Work U
The official nickname of the college, used by students to describe the rigorous work-for-tuition model.

K

Keeter
The Keeter Center, which houses the Dobyns Dining Room where students work and occasionally eat.

M

Mabee
Mabee Hall, a men's residence hall.
Mann
Mann Hall, a women's residence hall.

S

SGA
Student Government Association.

T

The Caf
The Pearl Rogers Dining Hall, the primary student cafeteria.
The Gates
The main entrance security checkpoint, often referenced in relation to curfew and campus access.
The Mill
Edwards Mill, known for student-made products and a small deli/bakery area.

W

Workstation
The specific campus job site (e.g., the farm, the mill, the kitchen) where a student is assigned to work.
WPC
Work Program Council, the student body overseeing work-related student interests.

Y

Youngman
Youngman Hall, a women's residence hall.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

10 details
15 Hours
The mandatory minimum number of hours every full-time student must work per week at their assigned workstation.
Curfew
The strictly enforced time (typically midnight on weekdays) by which students must be inside their residence halls.
dobyns_dining_room_the_keeter_center
Dobyns Dining Room (The Keeter Center)
Dress Code
The professional attire requirement for all students during class hours and work shifts.
Gittinger
Gittinger Music Center, the hub for music classes and rehearsals.
pearl_rogers_dining_hall
Pearl Rogers Dining Hall
Phelps
Phelps Science Services Building, housing the science labs and classrooms.
Plaster
The Plaster Business Building, housing business and computer science departments.
The Chapel
Williams Memorial Chapel, the site of mandatory convocations and Sunday services.
Work Voucher
The credit applied to a student's account in exchange for their labor, covering the cost of tuition.

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 20, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
15 approved campus terms and 10 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Resources & spaces

Armstrong McDonald Clinic

Provides limited medical services to students free of charge. Medical supplies may be paid for through the student's work account.

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Lyons Memorial Library

The main library on campus, providing students with access to books, databases, research assistance, and study spaces.

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The Vanek Center for Vocation and Callings (Career Center)

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Life in Point Lookout for College of the Ozarks Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Point Lookout.

Timezone

Central Time (CT)

Median Rent

$0

Cost of Living Index

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Student Population

1,500

City Transportation

Walkability

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Bikeability

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Nearest Airports

Branson Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

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Avg Snowfall

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Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Ashcroft Parking Lot

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Student lot assigned by classification.

Barrett Parking Lot

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Student lot assigned by classification.

Chapel Parking Lot

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Reserved for visitor and faculty parking; students may not park here.

Freshman Parking Lot

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Designated for freshman students.

Campus News

Latest updates from College of the Ozarks

College of the Ozarks students and recent graduates spend the summer serving in the nation's capital

A group of students and graduates participated in internships in Washington, D.C., gaining firsthand experience in leadership and public service.

Aug 28, 2026

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College of the Ozarks to host “Patterns and Practice” Ceramics Exhibition

The college announced an upcoming ceramics exhibition featuring various patterns and artistic practices.

Aug 28, 2026

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at College of the Ozarks

The Keeter Center Fall Menu Goes Live

September 8, 2026

The Keeter Center

The award-winning Dobyns Dining Room launches its seasonal fall menu.

Guest Piano Recital: Dr. Clara Christian

September 10, 2026

Newman Recital Hall

A guest piano performance by Dr. Clara Christian at 7:30 p.m.

9/11 Memorial Service

September 11, 2026

Lest We Forget 9/11 Memorial

A special ceremony at 9 a.m. to commemorate the lives lost in the September 11 terrorist attacks, featuring guest speaker retired Navy Rear Adm. Hank Molinengo.

Bobcat Days

September 15, 2026

Campus-wide

Campus-wide student activities and spirit days.

A Taste of Student-Made

September 19, 2026

The Keeter Center

An event showcasing student-made products from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Fall Career and Internship Expo

September 23, 2026

Howell W. Keeter Athletic Complex

Career and internship opportunities for students from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at College of the Ozarks

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

8 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Ashcroft Hall

Barrett Hall

Foster Hall

Kelce Hall

Mabee Hall

Mann Hall

Memorial Hall

Youngman Hall

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Private Non-Profit

Email Domain

@cofo.edu

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