Marion Technical College (Ocala, FL)
Marion Technical College (Ocala, FL) is a Public, 2-4 years school located in Ocala, FL. It offers 35 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Council on Occupational Education (6/13/2003 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Marion Technical College (Ocala, FL) is Fire Science/Fire-fighting and the 2025 tuition and fees is $6,161. Its tuition is higher than the national average of Fire Science/Fire-fighting programs ($3,136). The length of the program is 792 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 5 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Marion Technical College (Ocala, FL).
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fire Science/Fire-fighting | $6,161 | $937 | 792 Hours | 5 Months | $3,136 |
| 2 | Welding Technology/Welder | $6,259 | $960 | 1,050 Hours | 10 Months | $10,695 |
| 3 | Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor | $3,403 | $196 | 320 Hours | 2 Months | $6,258 |
| 4 | Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | $814 | $103 | 120 Hours | 2 Months | $4,480 |
| 5 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $5,254 | $1,150 | 1,200 Hours | 11 Months | $16,042 |
| 6 | Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | $6,656 | $3,037 | 1,350 Hours | 12 Months | $18,035 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 502 students attended Marion Technical College (Ocala, FL) in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 15 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 34 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 9 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 51 (full-time) and 41 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Marion Technical College (Ocala, FL) is 80% and the retention rate is 71% at the school.
| Student Population | 502 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 80% |
| Number of Faculty | 49 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 9 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Marion Technical College (Ocala, FL) is $6,161
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
64% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,189 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $6,161 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $937 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $8,316 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $1,696 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,189 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Marion Technical College (Ocala, FL) offers 35 career programs for Less than 12-Weeks Certificate, Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 Years Certificate, 4 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 557 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 12-Weeks Certificate | 5 | 0 | 150 |
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 12 | 0 | 257 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 14 | 0 | 131 |
| 4 Years Certificate | 4 | 0 | 19 |
| Total | 35 | 0 | 557 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Marion Technical College (Ocala, FL) are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 557 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 150 students have earned/completed Less than 12-Weeks Certificate program.
- 257 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 131 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
- 19 students have earned/completed 2-4 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 42 completers |
| Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist | ✕ | 20 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | ✕ | 22 |
| Transportation and Materials Moving | ✕ | 14 completers |
| Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor | ✕ | 14 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 94 completers |
| Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist | ✕ | 40 |
| Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | ✕ | 54 |
| Total | 150 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 32 completers |
| Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist | ✕ | 0 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | ✕ | 0 |
| Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef | ✕ | 15 |
| Culinary Arts/Chef Training | ✕ | 17 |
| Engineering Technology | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology | ✕ | 0 |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, and Firefighting | ✕ | 117 completers |
| Fire Science/Fire-fighting | ✕ | 117 |
| Precision Production Trades | ✕ | 7 completers |
| Welding Technology/Welder | ✕ | 7 |
| Transportation and Materials Moving | ✕ | 52 completers |
| Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor | ✕ | 52 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 20 completers |
| Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | ✕ | 12 |
| Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist | ✕ | 0 |
| Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | ✕ | 8 |
| Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 257 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | ✕ | 11 completers |
| Computer Programming, Vendor/Product Certification | ✕ | 0 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | ✕ | 11 |
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 35 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 24 |
| Barbering/Barber | ✕ | 11 |
| Culinary Arts/Chef Training | ✕ | 0 |
| Precision Production Trades | ✕ | 47 completers |
| Welding Technology/Welder | ✕ | 47 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 33 completers |
| Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician | ✕ | 0 |
| Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller | ✕ | 6 |
| Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary | ✕ | 0 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | ✕ | 0 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician | ✕ | 0 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | ✕ | 27 |
| Business | ✕ | 5 completers |
| Business Administration and Management | ✕ | 5 |
| Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 131 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Construction Trades | ✕ | 12 completers |
| Mason/Masonry | ✕ | 0 |
| Electrician | ✕ | 12 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 7 completers |
| Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist | ✕ | 0 |
| Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer | ✕ | 7 |
| Total | 19 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 502 students have enrolled into Marion Technical College (Ocala, FL). By gender, 278 male and 224 female students are attending the school.
There are 241 White (48.01%), 98 Black/African American (19.52%), 127 Hispanic (25.30%), 6 Asian (1.20%), and 153 students with other races. 2 students are enrolled with non-resident alien status.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 502 | 278 | 224 |
| American Indian/Native American | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Asian | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Black/African American | 98 | 45 | 53 |
| Hispanic | 127 | 75 | 52 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| White | 241 | 141 | 100 |
| Two More | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Directory Information
- 1014 SW 7th Rd, Ocala, FL
- 352-671-7200
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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