Head Coach
Matt Bolton
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About University of the Ozarks Basketball
University of the Ozarks basketball demands versatility and a willingness to compete in a conference that rewards defensive discipline and ball movement. Coach Matt Bolton builds rosters around guards who can initiate pace and forwards capable of switching across positions. The program plays in the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference, where consistency matters more than flash, teams that execute in transition and limit turnovers tend to find their way into tournament contention. Bolton's squads typically feature balanced offensive approaches. They don't rely on high-volume three-point shooting, instead emphasizing drive-and-kick movements and interior scoring. Defensively, the program shows a preference for pressure concepts that force tempo changes. Playing time here goes to players who understand spacing, can move their feet on the perimeter, and contribute rebounding effort regardless of position. The Ozarks program attracts Division III players serious about minutes. This is a place where role players get meaningful opportunities and starters carry heavy responsibilities. The roster composition leans toward multi-sport athletes who value academics alongside basketball development. If you're evaluating Clarksville and the SCAC, understand that the conference is competitive at the middle tiers, beating quality opponents happens when teams limit mistakes and defend for full possessions. Fit here means embracing Bolton's system, committing to the defensive requirements, and recognizing that development comes through consistency rather than individual highlight plays. Before you reach out to a program at this level, make sure your game is where it needs to be. Florida Coastal Prep exists to help serious players close that gap, through elite training, academic support, and real exposure. Start at floridacoastalprep.com or /contact/.
Net price
$17,192/yr
Grad rate
48%
Enrollment
767
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $17,192 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $15,018 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $14,592 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $14,759 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $17,640 / year
- $110,001+
- $23,104 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 767
- Average net price
- $17,192 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $26,700 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $26,700 / year
- Graduation rate
- 48%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Austin College
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Location Sherman, TX | Enrollment 1,165 | Avg. net price $20,077 |
Centenary College
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Location Shreveport, LA | Enrollment 685 | Avg. net price $25,053 |
Colorado College
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Location Colorado Springs, CO | Enrollment 2,014 | Avg. net price $27,951 |
Concordia University Texas
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Location Austin, TX | Enrollment 1,185 | Avg. net price $26,128 |
Hendrix College
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Location Conway, AR | Enrollment 1,100 | Avg. net price $23,177 |
LeTourneau University
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Location Longview, TX | Enrollment 1,468 | Avg. net price $26,985 |
McMurry University
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Location Abilene, TX | Enrollment 1,176 | Avg. net price $19,021 |
Schreiner University
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Location Kerrville, TX | Enrollment 1,053 | Avg. net price $21,252 |
Texas Lutheran University
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Location Seguin, TX | Enrollment 1,304 | Avg. net price $20,716 |
University of Dallas
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Location Irving, TX | Enrollment 1,403 | Avg. net price $68,064 |
University of St. Thomas
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Location Houston, TX | Enrollment 3,220 | Avg. net price $15,446 |
University of the Ozarks
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Location Clarksville, AR | Enrollment 767 | Avg. net price $17,192 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is University of the Ozarks D3?
Yes, University of the Ozarks is an NCAA Division III program in the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for University of the Ozarks men's basketball.
What conference is University of the Ozarks in?
University of the Ozarks competes in the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference for D3 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at University of the Ozarks?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $17,192 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at University of the Ozarks?
College Scorecard reports approximately 767 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to University of the Ozarks?
Build updated game film, complete NCAA or NAIA eligibility requirements for D3, and contact the coaching staff using verified emails on this page or the official athletics staff directory. FCP helps players prepare film and recruiting profiles for D3 programs. See floridacoastalprep.com/apply/ and the how-to-get-recruited guide on this site.
University of the Ozarks Is Within Reach: If You're Ready
The difference between a player who gets offered by a D3 program and one who doesn't often comes down to timing and preparation. FCP prepares athletes for the moment when University of the Ozarks's coaches are ready to evaluate, so you don't miss your window.
Coaching contacts compiled by the FCP recruiting staff. Cost and graduation figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved 2026-11-04.