C+
Above Average
Score: 58/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
70/100 · earnings-weighted

Marion Technical College

2-Year Public
📍 Ocala, Florida 34471
ℹ️
Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 72%
Outcomes
B
68/100
Affordability
B+
77/100
Resources
C+
60/100
Experience
C
52/100
Prestige
F
29/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

484
Total Enrollment
72%
Graduation Rate
65%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$5,551
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Marion Technical College ▼

28% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$322,326
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,525
1-Year Change
+0.7%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Marion Technical College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$36,095
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$31,354
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
79.6%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
38.8%
Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 70th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (FL wage index 0.88). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Marion Technical College

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Fire Protection$37,678$58,401-6%#22 of 37#21—
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$48,966$55,030-4%#165 of 290#146—
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants$42,436$54,908-2%#412 of 757#363—
Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians$19,196$41,383+9%#2 of 5#2—
Precision Metal Working$38,846$35,952-26%#346 of 365#346—
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$27,238$32,403-5%#453 of 637#358—
Health and Medical Administrative Services—$29,342-17%#467 of 496#445—
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services$18,663$27,464+4%#431 of 1025#346—
Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services$15,779—————

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Marion Technical College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $322,326
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,525/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 34472 (5.5% cap, Ocala)

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🏆 Where Marion Technical College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#13
Fire Science/Fire-fighting
of 100 schools
#24
Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

84%
Receive Any Aid
32%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$5,551
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,047
$30,001 - $48,000$4,478
$48,001 - $75,000$7,147
$75,001 - $110,000$8,063
$110,001+$10,141

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Fire Science/Fire-fighting 117 grads/yr Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor 66 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 54 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 54 grads/yr Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist 40 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 27 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 24 grads/yr Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist 22 grads/yr Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist 20 grads/yr Culinary Arts/Chef Training 17 grads/yr Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef 15 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 15 grads/yr Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician 14 grads/yr Electrician 12 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 12 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 11 grads/yr Barbering/Barber 11 grads/yr Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage 8 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 7 grads/yr Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller 6 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Marion Technical College's top programs commonly pursue.

First-line supervisors of firefighting and prevention workers
$92k/yr 97,200 jobs
Fire inspectors and investigators
$78k/yr 14,700 jobs
Firefighters
$60k/yr 344,900 jobs
Forest fire inspectors and prevention specialists
$52k/yr 2,900 jobs
Career/technical education teachers, postsecondary
$61k/yr 122,200 jobs
Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers
$57k/yr 2,235,100 jobs
Bus drivers, transit and intercity
$57k/yr 158,800 jobs
Bus drivers, school
$47k/yr 387,300 jobs

Student Demographics

484
Total Students
43%
Women
52%
Traditional Age (18-24)
28%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 53%
Hispanic 23%
Black 19%
Asian 1%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 28%
With Family 73%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~133 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 96%
Fully Online 4%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 52%
25-64 (Adult) 39%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Marion Technical College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Marion Technical College?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Marion Technical College?
The graduation rate at Marion Technical College is 72%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Marion Technical College a good school?
Marion Technical College has a Repit College Score of 58/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Marion Technical College?
Marion Technical College has a total enrollment of 484 students.
Is there rental demand near Marion Technical College?
Yes! Approximately 28% of students at Marion Technical College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 133 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Ocala area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology