Who attends OSTC?
If you’re a student serious about your future, check out OSTC. Many OSTC students have serious college pursuits, and others are preparing for careers after high school. High school juniors and seniors at least 16-years-old can attend OSTC.
Why should I attend OSTC?
OSTC gives you an edge in this competitive, global economy. Acquire specific, technical knowledge and skills, whether in robotics, hydroponics, business management, computer repair, nursing, video gaming, and more. Earn high school credits, participate in leadership opportunities, join student organizations, and spend half of your school day in a new and inspiring environment… all preparing you for a successful future
Where is each campus, which do I attend, and how do I get there?
There are four Oakland Schools Technical Campuses. Find your school district below, and you’ll find your campus. You can be bused from your high school to the technical campus in your area:
- Northeast Campus welcomes students from Avondale, Lake Orion, Oxford, Pontiac and Rochester schools. Call 248 451.2700, 1371 N. Perry, Pontiac, MI 48340.
- Northwest Campus welcomes students from Brandon, Clarkston, Holly and Waterford schools. Call 248 922.5800, 8211 Big Lake Road, Clarkston, MI 48346.
- Southeast Campus welcomes students from Berkley, Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Clawson, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Lamphere, Madison Heights, Oak Park, Royal Oak, Southfield, and Troy schools. Call 248 288.4020, 5055 Delemere Street, Royal Oak, MI 48073.
- Southwest Campus welcomes students from Clarenceville, Farmington, Huron Valley, Northville, Novi,South Lyon, Walled Lake and West Bloomfield schools. Call 248.668.5600, 1000 Beck Road, Wixom, MI 48393.
Your high school will provide transportation to the OSTC campus closest to you.
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How do I make OSTC fit my home high school schedule?
You begin the enrollment process by setting up an appointment with your high school counselor to balance academic and elective requirements while you attend OSTC. We also can work with your high school counselor to provide academic credit that you may need for graduation.
What exactly are clusters?
OSTC’s clusters are specific courses developed around broad occupational areas, offering you varied but related, career training options. These facilitated learning environments will help you manage your EDP (Educational Development Plan), work individually and in small groups, and complete course requirements at your own pace. The cluster learning environment provides you with the highest level of curriculum, meets the needs of a diverse population, and immerses you in a realistic career experience for one to two years of career training. Your OSTC cluster instructors possess state and national certifications and credentials. Staff members work in teams and have the technical expertise and knowledge used to deliver quality instruction and support.
How do I learn more, and apply to OSTC?
You can begin to learn about all of the great opportunities available at OSTC as early as middle school. As a freshman or sophomore you can make arrangements with your high school counselor to visit the technical campus. Then, as a high school junior or senior, you can apply by following these steps:
- Obtain an application form at your high school or click on the Enrollment link (top of page)
- Visit your school counselor or call an OSTC counselor for more information
- Attend an open house, visitor day, or schedule a campus tour
- Update your Educational Development Plan (EDP)
- Turn in your completed application and your EDP to your school counselor
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