- 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 11,380 students (42% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the state community college average of 27:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 43%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 11,380 students
- In-state tuition: $3,924
- Out-state tuition: $5,064
- Student-teacher ratio: 28:1
- Minority enrollment: 20%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Ozarks Technical Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
School Overview
The teacher population of 408 teachers has declined by 57% over five years.
Ozarks Technical Community College
(MO) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
408 staff
55 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Ozarks Technical Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 has increased from 12:1 over five years.
The Ozarks Technical Community College diversity score of 0.35 is less than the state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
11,380 students
1,723 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
27:1
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Full-Time Students
4,836 students
619 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
6,544 students
1,104 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
11,380 students
1,074 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
4,836 students
708 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
6,544 students
1,033 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
7%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
3%
10%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
80%
57%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
6%
4%
% Unknown races
2%
20%
Diversity Score
0.35
0.62
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
33%
44%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years) (Year 2023)
30%
62%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,200
$30,900
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $3,924 is more than the state average of $3,825. The in-state tuition has declined by 20% 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 15% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,924
$3,825
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,064
$5,579
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
92%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,250
$10,500
Showing 2010–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,250
$5,500
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Source: 2025 (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 and Highest completion rates.
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