- Since 1979, Platt College exists with one purpose; to create a workforce of professionals with the skills and training necessary to answer the needs of today's and tomorrow's workplace. Because our students receive the rigors of academic discipline as well as hands-on experience in their chosen fields, employers can rest assured they will hire a confident Platt College graduate who is well prepared and possesses valuable experience. In the long term, Platt College graduates not only gain a lifelong education, but the ability to make a significant contribution to their communities. Platt North provides spacious classrooms for students to learn. Each program is provided with an industry related laboratory.
School Highlights
Platt College-OKC-Memorial serves 128 students (93% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 87%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 128 students
- Acceptance Rate: 95%
- Student:teacher ratio: 4:1
- Minority enrollment: 75%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Platt College-OKC-Memorial ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Platt College-OKC-Memorial
(OK) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Institution Level
Less than 2 years (below associate)
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
31 staff
154 staff
Number of Programs Offered
3
11
Student Body
The student population of Platt College-OKC-Memorial has declined by 44% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 has decreased from 7:1 over five years.
The Platt College-OKC-Memorial diversity score of 0.79 is more than the state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has grown by 10% over five years.
Total Enrollment
128 students
1,415 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
# Full-Time Students
119 students
503 students
# Part-Time Students
9 students
912 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
187 students
270 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
119 students
470 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
6 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
9 students
811 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
300 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
6%
3%
% Asian
2%
9%
% Hispanic
17%
n/a
% Black
32%
14%
% White
25%
13%
% Hawaiian
1%
55%
% Two or more races
10%
4%
% Non Resident races
3%
n/a
% Unknown races
4%
2%
Diversity Score
0.79
0.65
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
58%
0.5652%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.2508%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$23,500
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$14,000
$12,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,334
$5,889
Acceptance Rate
95%
55%
SAT Reading
n/a
387
SAT Math
n/a
475
ACT Composite
n/a
18
ACT English
n/a
17
ACT Math
n/a
18
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Platt College-OKC-Memorial often compared to?
Platt College-OKC-Memorialis often viewed alongside schools like Oklahoma City Community College, Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Platt College-OKC-Memorial?
The acceptance rate of Platt College-OKC-Memorial is 95%, which is higher than the state average of 55%.
What is Platt College-OKC-Memorial's ranking?
Platt College-OKC-Memorial ranks among the top 20% of community college in Oklahoma for: Diversity in US community colleges and Highest completion rates.
In what neighborhood is Platt College-OKC-Memorial located?
Platt College-OKC-Memorial is located in the Northwest Oklahoma City neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Platt College-OKC-Memorial is Central Oklahoma College (0.7 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Students
Central Oklahoma College
Private for-profit
14820 Serenita Avenue
Oklahoma City, OK 73134
(405) 609-6622
Oklahoma City, OK 73134
(405) 609-6622
0.7 miles
| 433 students
Metro Technology Centers
Public
1900 Springlake Drive
Oklahoma City, OK 73111
(405) 424-8324
Oklahoma City, OK 73111
(405) 424-8324
8.3 miles
| 2,030 students
900 N Portland
Oklahoma City, OK 73107
(405) 947-4421
Oklahoma City, OK 73107
(405) 947-4421
9.4 miles
| 4,456 students
Rose State College
Public
6420 S E 15th
Midwest City, OK 73110
(405) 733-7673
Midwest City, OK 73110
(405) 733-7673
14.3 miles
| 6,851 students
7777 S May Ave
Oklahoma City, OK 73159
(405) 682-1611
Oklahoma City, OK 73159
(405) 682-1611
15.5 miles
| 11,388 students
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