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Ozarka College

Public Melbourne, AR · Rural · Southeast · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
45%
Graduation Rate
$29,314
Earnings (10yr)
$4,543
Net Price
575
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Overview

Ozarka College has a net price of just $4,543, making it one of the more affordable options for students seeking higher education. This low cost supports its mission to serve the local community in Melbourne, Arkansas, while also ensuring that education remains accessible to a diverse student body.

Looking at the earnings data, graduates from Ozarka College earn a median salary of $29,314 ten years after enrollment. Though specific mobility rates are not available, the college serves a significant percentage of Pell Grant recipients at 42%, indicating a commitment to supporting students from low-income backgrounds in their educational pursuits.

Students thrive in practical programs like Health Professions, Humanities, and Mechanic & Repair Tech. With a graduation rate of 45%, the college emphasizes hands-on training and workforce readiness. Graduates can expect manageable debt levels, with a median debt of $9,818, making Ozarka a solid choice for students aiming for a career without overwhelming financial burdens.

Rankings

How Ozarka Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation45%Earnings 10yr$29KNet Price$5KRetention64%Median Debt$10KPell Grant Rate42%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$4K$0-30K$5K$30-48K$6K$48-75K$5K$110K+

Cost & Financial Aid

$3,820
In-State Tuition
$6,820
Out-of-State
$4,543
Avg Net Price
$9,818
Median Debt
42%
Pell Grant Rate
13%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$3,718
Family Income $0–$30K
$4,834
Family Income $30K–$48K
$6,439
Family Income $48K–$75K
$4,510
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$28,145
6 Years After Entry
$27,812
8 Years
$29,314
10 Years
0.33x
Debt-to-Earnings
34%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$28,145 6yr $27,812 8yr $29,314 10yr

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.75
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.04
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
7.8%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 64%
Full-Time Faculty 51%
Faculty Salary (mo) $5,075
Diversity Index 0.09
First-Gen Students 51%

Top Programs

Health Professions 43%
Humanities 16%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 8%
Precision Production 7%
Business & Marketing 6%
Culinary & Personal Services 5%
Transportation 4%
Education 3%

Quick Facts

Setting Rural
Region Southeast
Accreditor Higher Learning Commission
Predominant Degree Certificate

Student Body

Female
70%
White
95%
Hispanic
3%
Black
1%
Asian
0%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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