University of the Ozarks will begin classes for the 2026 Fall Semester on Tuesday, Aug. 25. The University is expected to welcome approximately 250 new students to campus for the New Student Orientation, which runs from Aug. 21-24. The orientation begins with move-in from 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 21. There will be a welcome event for new students and their families at 1 p.m. on Aug 21 in the Walton Fine Arts Center. For a complete look at the New Student Orientation schedule, please visit https://ozarks.edu/admissions-aid/orientation/Returning students will move into residence halls on Sunday, Aug. 23.