Ozarks Technical Community College

Ozarks Technical Community College (OTC) is a public community college in Springfield, Missouri. It was established by Springfield and thirteen surrounding public school districts on April 3, 1990.[3] Students can earn a one-year certificate, two-year Associate of Applied Science degree (A.S.) or Associate of Arts degree (A.A.). In 1996, OTC received accreditation from the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. In Spring 2007, OTC received approval from the Higher Learning Commission to deliver all of its degree programs online. The college had a fall 2019 enrollment of 11,758 students. [2]

Ozarks Technical Community College
TypePublic community college
EstablishedApril 3, 1990
Academic affiliations
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
PresidentHal H. Higdon[1]
Students11,758 [2]
Location
Springfield
,
Missouri
,
United States
ColorsBlue and White
MascotOzzy the Eagle
Websitewww.otc.edu

Academics

OTC offers certificates, Associate degrees, and other short-term educational programs.

Vocational Education

Beginning its life as Graff Vocational School, OTC continues to offer courses to High School students allowing them to earn college credit prior to graduation.

Center for Workforce Development

The Center for Workforce Development addresses the ever-changing needs of the Springfield workforce.

Athletics

OTC does not offer any athletic programming.

Notable alumni

References
  1. http://www.otc.edu/about/chancellor.php
  2. "Trends in Headcount Enrollment, 2013-2019". Missouri Department of Higher Education. Retrieved June 22, 2020.
  3. http://www.otc.edu/about/about.php
  4. "Representative Elijah Haahr". OTC Foundation. Retrieved 2020-01-13.
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