- Ozarks Technical Community College is a two-year institution of higher learning that offers a wide variety of academic courses designed to transfer to colleges and universities, technical programs that provide skills and training to enter the workforce, and health certificates and degrees to enter the growing health field which offers competitive salaries. There are numerous benefits of starting your educational endeavors at a community college such as personal attention, small classroom sizes, affordable tuition rates, state-of-the-art technology, and the success of many of our alumni. We are here to help you achieve your educational objectives.
School Highlights
Ozarks Technical Community College serves 10,506 students (47% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 88%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 10,506 students
- In-state tuition: $3,924
- Out-state tuition: $5,064
- Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
- Minority enrollment: 95%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Ozarks Technical Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 969 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Ozarks Technical Community College
(MO) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
969 staff
139 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Ozarks Technical Community College has declined by 10% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 has decreased from 12:1 over five years.
The Ozarks Technical Community College diversity score of 0.30 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has declined by 10% over five years.
Total Enrollment
10,506 students
1,606 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
4,901 students
638 students
# Part-Time Students
5,605 students
968 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
823 students
213 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
4,901 students
638 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
5,605 students
497 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
15 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
200 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
2%
% Asian
3%
9%
% Hispanic
n/a
1%
% Black
6%
5%
% White
5%
12%
% Hawaiian
83%
50%
% Two or more races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
n/a
19%
Diversity Score
0.30
0.69
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3254%
0.4251%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.6667%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,200
$30,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,924 is more than the state average of $3,825. The in-state tuition has declined by 15% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,064 is less than the state average of $5,579. The out-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,924
$3,825
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,064
$5,579
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,250
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,250
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
94%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- At the beginning of Ozarks Technical Community College's second decade, there are many success stories that could be told — stories of new beginnings, dreams realized, goals accomplished. These stories are not fictitious; they are the real-life experiences of our students. The 18 year-old embarking on his first career, the single mother working toward a better life for her family, or the factory worker who suddenly found himself without a job. It is our desire to see our students succeed that keeps OTC constantly moving forward, constantly adapting to the educational and job training needs of the community. Short-term, affordable education has opened doors for thousands of southwest Missourians since 1991, and we anticipate serving a growing number in the years to come. At OTC our focus is on you, the student. Our wide variety of technical and general education programs can provide you with the skills you need to succeed in your lifetime endeavors. Our faculty and staff are dedicated to giving you the personal attention you need to attain your educational goals. Small class sizes, hands-on learning, and highly skilled instructors give you the advantage in the classroom and on the job. The Continuing Education Department serves the business community and general public in the college service region by offering non-credit learning opportunities to those seeking workforce training and skills development. Continuing Education offers fantastic opportunities for adults ages 16 to 100 (or older) to learn new skills in areas of foreign language, culinary, gardening, music and much more. The Youth Community School offers classes for children ages 3-16 in music, art, dance, computers, foreign languages, and much more.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Ozarks Technical Community College cost?
Ozarks Technical Community College's tuition is approximately $3,924 for In-State students and $5,064 for Out-State students.
What is Ozarks Technical Community College's ranking?
Ozarks Technical Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Missouri for: Largest student body.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Ozarks Technical Community College is Cox College (1.1 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Students
Cox College
Private not-for-profit
1423 N Jefferson
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 269-3401
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 269-3401
1.1 miles
| 956 students
WellSpring School of Allied Health-Springfield
Private for-profit
229 East Commercial Street
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 863-7682
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 863-7682
1.3 miles
| 76 students
Bryan University
Private for-profit
4255 Nature Center Way
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 862-5700
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 862-5700
6.2 miles
| 184 students
Bolivar Technical College
Private not-for-profit
1135 North Oakland Avenue
Bolivar, MO 65613
(417) 777-5062
Bolivar, MO 65613
(417) 777-5062
29.0 miles
| 129 students
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