Okaloosa Technical College
Okaloosa Technical College is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Fort Walton Beach, FL. It offers 16 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Council on Occupational Education (11/11/1979 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Okaloosa Technical College is Cosmetology/Cosmetologist and the 2025 tuition and fees is $4,779. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Cosmetology/Cosmetologist programs ($16,042). The length of the program is 1,200 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 12 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Okaloosa Technical College.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $4,779 | $1,448 | 1,200 Hours | 12 Months | $16,042 |
| 2 | Electrician | $5,730 | $1,350 | 1,500 Hours | 15 Months | $15,963 |
| 4 | Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | $4,066 | - | 1,050 Hours | 12 Months | $16,505 |
| 5 | Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician | $2,990 | - | 750 Hours | 9 Months | $13,584 |
| 6 | Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance | $3,840 | - | 750 Hours | 9 Months | $21,156 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 421 students attended Okaloosa Technical College in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 31 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 4 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 11 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 57 (full-time) and 6 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Okaloosa Technical College is 82% and the retention rate is 81% at the school.
| Student Population | 421 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 82% |
| Number of Faculty | 35 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 11 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Okaloosa Technical College is $4,779
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
59% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,193 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $4,779 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,448 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $18,996 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $10,020 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,193 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Okaloosa Technical College offers 16 career programs for Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 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, 243 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 6 | 0 | 95 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 10 | 0 | 148 |
| Total | 16 | 0 | 243 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Okaloosa Technical College are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 243 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 95 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 148 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | ✕ | 27 completers |
| Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance | ✕ | 27 |
| Engineering Technology | ✕ | 53 completers |
| Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician | ✕ | 33 |
| Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology | ✕ | 17 |
| Solar Energy Technology/Technician | ✕ | 3 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 12 completers |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 12 |
| Precision Production Trades | ✕ | 3 completers |
| Welding Technology/Welder | ✕ | 3 |
| Total | 95 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | ✕ | 11 completers |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | ✕ | 11 |
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 50 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 45 |
| Culinary Arts/Chef Training | ✕ | 5 |
| Construction Trades | ✕ | 29 completers |
| Carpentry/Carpenter | ✕ | 6 |
| Electrician | ✕ | 13 |
| Building Construction Technology | ✕ | 10 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 19 completers |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 14 |
| Marine Maintenance/Fitter and Ship Repair Technology/Technician | ✕ | 5 |
| Precision Production Trades | ✕ | 6 completers |
| Welding Technology/Welder | ✕ | 6 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 33 completers |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | ✕ | 33 |
| Total | 148 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 421 students have enrolled into Okaloosa Technical College. By gender, 253 male and 168 female students are attending the school.
There are 257 White (61.05%), 56 Black/African American (13.30%), 62 Hispanic (14.73%), 8 Asian (1.90%), and 97 students with other races. 4 students are enrolled with non-resident alien status.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 421 | 253 | 168 |
| American Indian/Native American | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Asian | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Black/African American | 56 | 25 | 31 |
| Hispanic | 62 | 39 | 23 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| White | 257 | 157 | 100 |
| Two More | 29 | 20 | 9 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 4 | 2 | 2 |
Directory Information
- 1976 Lewis Turner Blvd, Fort Walton Beach, FL
- 850-833-3500
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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