Is Okaloosa Technical College worth it?
Okaloosa Technical College is a public, less-than-two-year institution in Fort Walton Beach, Florida (small city). It awarded 243 certificates in 2024, most often in cosmetology; heating, ventilation; and licensed practical nurse training.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$31,306
Median earnings 4 years after
$40,636
Median earnings 10 years after
$32,577
Average net price
$18,819
Completion rate
82%
Completions (2024)
243
Years to pay back
1.9 years
Students (undergrad)
421
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $20,030 | $25,456 | 42 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate certificate | $40,895 | $45,837 | 37 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | $29,858 | $39,068 | 17 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Carpenters | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | $40,362 | N/A |
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 45 |
| Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 33 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 33 |
| Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 27 |
| Computer/Computer Systems Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 17 |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 14 |
| Electrician | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 13 |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 12 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 11 |
| Building Construction Technology/Technician | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 10 |
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Sources: federal figures for Okaloosa Technical College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Florida. Counts under 10 are not published.
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