Our Patriotic Pillar is to encourage an understanding of American heritage, civic responsibility, love of country, and willingness to defend it: this is the patriotic pillar of the College.
We work to achieve this important pillar and promote core American values in a number of ways. From our Patriotic Education and Military Science course to trips abroad visiting historic sites of battle in our nation's history, the College provides its students with rich opportunities to learn about and experience the land of the free and the home of the brave. The College proudly embraces the patriotic traditions of the United States of America and provides many programs and activities throughout the year that emphasize patriotism. These include:
Additionally, the College provides numerous opportunities for students to learn, become involved, and show respect to our nation. These opportunities include:
Continue to browse our website for more information on our unique college's dedication to patriotic education and core American values. Also, watch our videos which highlight patriotic education.
In 2009, College of the Ozarks began the Patriotic Education Travel Program, designed to provide once-in-a-lifetime experiences for students and Veterans from World War II, the Cold War, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. The program pairs College of the Ozarks students with Veterans, taking them back to the battlefields where they served. This Program honors Veterans and helps to educate the younger generation, instilling an appreciation for the sacrifices of American servicemen and women.
At College of the Ozarks, we host many activities and events to demonstrate our strong patriotic values. Some of these events include: Honor America, September 11 Remembrance, Veterans Week, Railway to Heaven and The Four Generals of Hard Work U.
Patriotic Scholarship
College of the Ozarks Patriotic Scholarships: Patriotic Scholarships covering full room and board are provided on a competitive basis to students who contract with the Army National Guard through the College’s Bobcat GOLD program.
General Terrence R. Dake, USMC (Ret.) Aviation Scholarship
College of the Ozarks provides an opportunity for deserving C of O students to apply for a $5,000 scholarship to begin, or advance, their aviation flight training. This scholarship is established to honor the distinguished military aviation career of General Terrence R. Dake, a C of O alumnus and trustee.
Military and Veterans Scholarship Resources
The financial aid office has assembled a list of military and Veterans scholarship resources.
Veterans Benefits
The Assistant Registrar at the College serves as a liaison to assist students who are Veterans with Veterans benefits.