Ozark Christian College

Since 1942, Ozark Christian College has held fast to one mission: training men and women for Christian service. Today, Ozark’s 15,000 alumni have served in all 50 states and over 100 countries around the world. OCC's campus in Joplin, Missouri, welcomes 600+ students every semester and stands as one of the largest Bible colleges in the country, with undergraduate and graduate programs for residential and online students. Accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education and Higher Learning Commission, Ozark prepares students for effective Christian ministry in intercultural studies, worship and creative arts, student and children’s ministry, biblical communication, organizational leadership, and more. A dual degree program with Missouri Southern State University lets students earn two bachelor’s degrees—one from each college—to serve in a variety of fields. Ozark’s affordability is a true advantage for students, providing a quality, private education at a public university price with affordable tuition and competitive scholarships and grants.