C
Average
Score: 52/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
61/100 · earnings-weighted

Okaloosa Technical College

Less than 2-Year Public
📍 Fort Walton Beach, Florida 32547
ℹ️
Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 56%
Outcomes
C+
59/100
Affordability
B
66/100
Resources
C+
61/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
21/100

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

429
Total Enrollment
56%
Graduation Rate
87%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$15,421
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Okaloosa Technical College ▼

68% 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
$316,555
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,826
1-Year Change
+2.8%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$32,577
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$33,182
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
82.4%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
38.4%
Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 56th 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 Okaloosa 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
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants$40,895$45,837-18%#632 of 757#617—
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)—$40,362-16%#195 of 226#170—
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians$29,858$39,068-24%#279 of 319#271—
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services$20,030$25,456-3%#581 of 1025#503—

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 Okaloosa Technical College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $316,555
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,826/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 32569 (5.0% cap, Mary Esther)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

49%
Receive Any Aid
25%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$15,421
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$13,412
$30,001 - $48,000$13,499
$48,001 - $75,000$15,127

Student Demographics

429
Total Students
40%
Women
56%
Traditional Age (18-24)
68%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 62%
Hispanic 14%
Black 14%
Asian 3%
Two or More 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 68%
With Family 32%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~290 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 56%
25-64 (Adult) 43%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Okaloosa 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 Okaloosa Technical College?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Okaloosa Technical College?
The graduation rate at Okaloosa Technical College is 56%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Okaloosa Technical College a good school?
Okaloosa Technical College has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): 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 vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Okaloosa Technical College?
Okaloosa Technical College has a total enrollment of 429 students.
Is there rental demand near Okaloosa Technical College?
Yes! Approximately 68% of students at Okaloosa Technical College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 290 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Fort Walton Beach area.

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