Ozarka College and Arkansas Tech University (ATU) announced a formal articulation agreement to assist students transitioning from a two-year associate degree to a four-year bachelor's degree toward a degree in education.

Starting in spring 2024, students pursuing an Associate of Science in Education at Ozarka College may transfer their class credits to Arkansas Tech University to complete a Bachelor of Science in Education. Details of the agreement were announced Wednesday, October 25, at the Ozarka College campus.

The articulation, referred to as a 2+2 agreement,  encourages students at the community college level to complete their degree while keeping costs at a minimum. It gives assurances that Arkansas Technical University will accept specific college courses, allowing students to graduate on time.  

"This memorandum of understanding between Ozarka College and Arkansas Tech University is especially meaningful. " said Jill Sandlin, Ozarka College Director of Education. "It is meaningful because our students who currently receive the already high-quality education at Ozarka will also now be afforded the seamless opportunity for and benefits of a bachelor's degree through Arkansas Tech University. "

Along with Dr. Tim Carter, ATU Dean of College of Education and Health; Brett Stone, ATU Associate Dean of College of Education and Health was on hand for the formal announcement of the partnership on behalf of Arkansas Tech University.

Representing Ozarka College along with Dr. Chris Lorch, Ozarka College provost were Marcus Orf, Ozarka College Technical Center director; Jeremy Nicholson, Ozarka College division chair; and Director Sandlin.

For more information about the education program, please contact Jill Sandlin, Director of Education at education@ozarka.edu or at 870.368.2037.