College of the Ozarks was recently ranked by Washington Monthly, earning No.1 Best Bang for the Buck in the Midwest and No. 3 Baccalaureate College out of the 150 on the list.

Washington Monthly released their 13th annual college guide and rankings in the September/October issue of the magazine and online.

Rankings emphasized social mobility, research, and community and national service.

“College of the Ozarks is honored to be recognized by Washington Monthly for the value it brings to students,” said Valorie Coleman, public relations director. “We are a unique college where students earn their education working rather than paying for it – a real ‘best bang for your buck.’”

Students attending College of the Ozarks work rather than pay to offset the cost of an education. Students earn a debt-free education at Hard Work U.

Best Bang for the Buck rankings recognize colleges and universities from five geographical regions. Those making the list represent a diverse group of institutions – No. 1 in the Midwest, College of the Ozarks; No. 1 in the North, Massachusetts Maritime Academy; No. 1 in the South, Berea College (Kentucky); No. 1 in the Southeast, Washington and Lee University (Virginia); and No. 1 in the West, California State University, Stanislaus.