Ozarka College

218 College Dr
Melbourne, AR 72556
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings
  • 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 1,033 students (51% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is same as the state community college average of 9:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the state average of 34%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 1,033 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,680
  • Out-state tuition: $5,032
  • Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
  • Minority enrollment: 6%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Ozarka College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:

Category
Attribute
Completion Rates

School Overview

The teacher population of 118 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Ozarka College
(AR) 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
118 staff
162 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Ozarka College has declined by 11% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 has decreased from 10:1 over five years.
The Ozarka College diversity score of 0.12 is less than the state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has grown by 54% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,033 students
1,250 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
9:1
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# Full-Time Students
522 students
519 students
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# Part-Time Students
511 students
731 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
796 students
564 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
522 students
519 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
511 students
723 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
15 students
160 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
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% Asian
1%
2%
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% Hispanic
3%
10%
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% Black
1%
16%
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% White
94%
66%
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% Two or more races
n/a
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
1%
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This chart display the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in AR.
Diversity Score
0.12
0.53
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
57%
35%
This chart display completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Ozarka College and community college average completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of AR by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.36%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,900
$28,600
This chart display average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Ozarka College and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of AR by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data.

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 8% 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 stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,680
$2,994
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,032
$4,750
This chart display tuition fees for an out-of-state student of Ozarka College and the public community college average tuition fees for an out-of-state student of AR by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
98%
94%
This chart display the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in Ozarka College and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in AR by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,500
$9,750
This chart display median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Ozarka College and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in AR by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,025
$5,300
This chart display median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Ozarka College and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in AR by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
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: 2021 (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.
What is Ozarka College's ranking?
Ozarka College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Arkansas for: Percent of students receiving financial aid and Highest completion rates.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 1,033 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,680
  • Out-state tuition: $5,032
  • Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
  • Minority enrollment: 6%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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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 $11,533 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Arkansas is 91%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Arkansas community colleges have a diversity score of 0.53, which is lower than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in Arkansas is Bryan University. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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