Ozarka College

  • Ozarka College operates as a two-year public post-secondary institution offering associate level degrees and technical certificates as well as basic adult education and workplace skills training.

School Highlights

Ozarka College serves 1,069 students (39% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the state average of 38%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 1,069 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,680
  • Out-state tuition: $5,032
  • Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
  • Minority enrollment: 6%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Overview

The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 54% over five years.
Ozarka College
(AR) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
0
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
0
Institution Control
Public
0
Total Faculty
54 staff
61 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
1
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Ozarka College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 has increased from 10:1 over five years.
The Ozarka College diversity score of 0.12 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,069 students
1,285 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
421 students
440 students
# Part-Time Students
648 students
845 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
645 students
548 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
421 students
440 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
7 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
648 students
845 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
30 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
15 students
160 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
3%
12%
% Black
1%
17%
% White
94%
62%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
n/a
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
1%
Diversity Score
0.12
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
47%
38%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,900
$28,600

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $2,680 is less than the state average of $2,994. The in-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,032 is more than the state average of $4,750. The out-state tuition has declined by 8% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,680
$2,994
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,032
$4,750
Tuition Notes
$124.00 per credit (in-state)
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
88%
92%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,500
$9,673
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,025
$5,300
Acceptance Rate
n/a
95%
SAT Reading
n/a
540
SAT Math
n/a
520
SAT Writing
n/a
515
ACT Composite
n/a
22
ACT English
n/a
22
ACT Math
n/a
21
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Ozarka College has consistently maintained state-of-the-art technology to be made available to students. The Learning Lab located in the Miller Education Complex is open to all regularly enrolled Ozarka College students (as well as to interested members of the community when space is available). Students may access software used in many courses to complete homework assignments or projects. In addition, interactive tutorials for college-level courses and GED preparation are available. Trio/Student Support Services Program provides on-campus group and peer tutoring, workshops, computer-aided instruction and individual counseling. In addition, Trio schedules visits to four year colleges and universities for students interested in transferring to pursue additional coursework beyond Ozarka. Cultural events are also offered through this federally-funded program. Ozarka College is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. With a low student-faculty ratio, Ozarka prides itself on the quality of education and service available to individual students.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Ozarka College cost?
Ozarka College's tuition is approximately $2,680 for In-State students and $5,032 for Out-State students.

Recent Articles

Community Colleges and the Creator Economy
Community Colleges and the Creator Economy
Explore how community colleges prepare students for YouTube, podcasting, content creation, and creator economy careers.
AI-Augmented Careers and Community Colleges
AI-Augmented Careers and Community Colleges
Explore AI-augmented careers and how community colleges prepare students with practical skills, credentials, and employer-aligned training.
Catholic School Marketing Strategies in Competitive Choice Markets
Catholic School Marketing Strategies in Competitive Choice Markets
Learn effective Catholic school marketing strategies for standing out in competitive school choice markets in 2026.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 1,069 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,680
  • Out-state tuition: $5,032
  • Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
  • Minority enrollment: 6%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Related School Videos

Did You Know?

For Arkansas public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $2,994 per year for in-state students and $4,750 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $9,645 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Arkansas is 82%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Quick Links