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Okaloosa Applied Technology Center

Overview of Okaloosa Applied Technology Center

Okaloosa Applied Technology Center is found in Fort Walton Beach, FL. Fort Walton Beach is a small city. The school is a public institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Associate's degree at Okaloosa Applied Technology Center.

Areas of Study

The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Okaloosa Applied Technology Center is known for its programs in agricultural science and management, landscaping and horticulture, and mechanics and repair.

Okaloosa Applied Technology Center Selectivity

The school accepts all qualified applicants under its open-admission rules.

Student Body

Students numbered 257 in 2007-2008 at Okaloosa Applied Technology Center. A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older.

The school reports its educational mission is:
"PREPARING LEARNERS FOR SUCCESS IN HIGH TECH, HIGH PAYING CAREERS"

More complete details are provided below.

Contacting Okaloosa Applied Technology Center

Okaloosa Applied Technology Center
1976 Lewis Turner Blvd
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
General Phone: (850) 833-3500
http://www.okaloosatech.com

Okaloosa Applied Technology Center Programs and Degrees (2008-2009)

General CategoryDegreesMost Common Majors [see all]
Nursing and Emergency Medicine30licensed practical nurse
Mechanics and Repair26marine mechanic, automobile mechanics, HVAC, computer repair, electrical installation and repair
Beauty and Cosmetology21cosmetology, facial treatment, manicurist
Construction Trades6carpentry, plumbing, electrician
Office and Administration5administrative assistant
Medical Administration5medical secretary
Agricultural Science and Management3agricultural supply
Animal Science and Care3various animal sciences courses
Law0legal secretary
Production Trades0welding

Number of programs and degrees for Okaloosa Applied Technology Center in 2008-2009:

Degree LevelTotal
Awarded
Number of
Programs
Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years8814
Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years81
Award of less than 1 academic year33

Student Body

In 2007-2008, Okaloosa Applied Technology Center had a total enrollment of 257 students (218 full-time equivalent).

Students By Class:

GroupPercent
Undergraduate100%

Racial Diversity:
RacePercent
White71%
Black16%
Hispanic5%
Asian4%
American Indian0%
Unknown2%
(Foreign Students)1%

Students by Age:

AgePercent
Under 182%
18-1915%
20-2111%
22-2413%
25-2916%
30-3412%
35-397%
40-4917%
50-648%

Okaloosa Applied Technology Center Graduation, Retention, and Transfers

Retention Rates (2007):

GroupReturning From
Previous Year
Full-Time52 %
Part-Time44 %

Okaloosa Applied Technology Center Room and Board (2007)

The school does not offer campus housing.

(Please refer to our profile of Fort Walton Beach, Florida for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Florida Colleges).

The school does not offer students a meal plan.

Okaloosa Applied Technology Center Expenses and Financial Aid (2008-2009)

Financial Aid:
Okaloosa Applied Technology Center participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3230300)

Okaloosa Applied Technology Center Degree Programs (2007)

AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agricultural/Farm Supplies Retailing and Wholesaling

ANIMAL SCIENCE AND CARE
Animal Sciences, Other

BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist
Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist

CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Carpentry/Carpenter
Electrician
Plumbing Technology/Plumber

LAW
Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary

MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair, General
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
Marine Maintenance/Fitter and Ship Repair Technology/Technician

MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary

NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training

OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General

PRODUCTION TRADES
Welding Technology/Welder

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Okaloosa Applied Technology Center Highlights

(Details are provided further down on this page.)

What Sets Okaloosa Applied Technology Center Apart:

CategoryTrophy 
% students 40 years or older
(vs. all colleges)
Top 10%Okaloosa Applied Technology Center % students 40 years or older
% of degrees in mechanics and repair
(vs. all colleges)
Top 11%Okaloosa Applied Technology Center % of degrees in mechanics and repair
% of degrees in landscaping and horticulture
(vs. all colleges)
Top 13%Okaloosa Applied Technology Center % of degrees in landscaping and horticulture
Number of degree programs
(vs. colleges of similar size)
Top 17%Okaloosa Applied Technology Center Number of degree programs
Male % of student body
(for colleges of its size and type)
Top 19%Okaloosa Applied Technology Center Male % of student body
% of degrees in agricultural science and management
(vs. all colleges)
Top 20%Okaloosa Applied Technology Center % of degrees in agricultural science and management
Explanation of the Highlights categories

Notable:
Open admission
Career counseling
Career services
Remedial classes for students
Offers remedial adult education
Offers part-time study

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