Arkansas Tech University-Ozark Campus delivers high-quality, up-to-the-minute instruction that reflects industry standards. The Ozark Campus offers exceptional training and education in Associate of Applied Science degrees and Technical Certificate programs. Arkansas Tech University-Ozark Campus has a knowledgeable and committed staff to ensure each student's success.
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Arkansas Tech University - Ozark Campus is located in the city of Ozark, with a population of approximately 3,500, is located on the banks of the Arkansas River and is surrounded on the north and south, respectively, by the Ozark and Ouachita National Forests. Located to the west of Ozark is the city of Fort Smith, a commercial and industrial center for western Arkansas. To Ozark's northwest are the cities of Fayetteville, Springdale, Rogers and Bentonville, collectively known as some of the fastest growing commercial centers in the state. Russellville, home to Arkansas Tech University's main campus and an area of vigorous industrial development, is located to the southeast of Ozark on Interstate 40.
| Established: | 1965 |
| Type: | Campus of a Public University |
| Chancellor: | Dr. Jo Alice Blondin |
| Students: | 1650 |
| Location: | Ozark, Arkansas |
| Campus: | Rural |
| Colors: | Green and Gold |
| Website: | http://www.atu.edu/ozark |
Arkansas Tech University - Ozark Campus was established in 1965 as Arkansas Valley Vocational Technical School (AVVTS). In September 1975 the Arkansas State Board of Education/Vocational Education granted accreditation to AVVTS making it the first school of its kind in the state to receive that distinction. Arkansas Valley Vocational School became Arkansas Valley Technical Institute in 1991. On July 1, 2003, Arkansas Valley Technical Institute merged with Arkansas Tech University to become Arkansas Tech University - Ozark Campus.
Arkansas Tech University - Ozark Campus, in partnership with the community, will provide a quality educational environment which will enable all students to learn the skills and acquire the knowledge necessary for them to become contributing members in the workforce and in society.