Colleges in Missouri

“The Show-Me State” of Missouri has cold and snowy winters to contrast the hot, wet summers. There are 67 colleges in Missouri, many of which are 4-year, public or private institutions. The Cave State also hosts many community colleges and more than a dozen theological seminaries. Cox College of Nursing is the most selective in the state, while the University of Missouri system is the largest. Top industries in Missouri are transportation equipment, food processing, electric equipment, and chemical products. It also is home to iconic monuments, such as the St. Louis Gateway Arch and National World War 1 Museum and Memorial, as well as the Silver Dollar City and Branson.

Trenton, MO

North Central Missouri College is the second oldest 2-year community college in Missouri. NCMC offers 22 associate degrees and 14 certificates, as well as nine degree programs entirely online. While most classes take place at the main campus, the...

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It is a great college to complete general education requirements and pre-requisits at. I have heard the nursing program is great as well. It is also very affordable and is an A+ school if you are eligible for that program.

” – Taylor from Ravenwood, MO

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$8,870

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1,772

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Moberly Area Community College

Moberly, MO

Moberly Area Community College is a 2-year community college in central Missouri. MACC offers degrees and certificates in over 40 areas of study and holds articulation agreements with a number of public and private schools both in and out of state...

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2 Year

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$7,143

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5,017

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Ozark Christian College

Joplin, MO

Ozark Christian College is a private, 4-year institution established in Joplin, Missouri. Ozark has held fast to one mission: training men and women for Christian service. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and by the Association for...

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occ looks like a fantastic place to continue a person's studies. the spiritual side of things is also great, with chapel etc. the staff, students, and professors are all very kind and friendly.

” – Maranda from Springfield, MO

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1096

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Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$15,138

average net price

689

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Hannibal-LaGrange University

Hannibal, MO

Hannibal-LaGrange University is a private, Christ-centered institution established on a rural, 165-acre campus in northeastern Missouri. HLGU offers over 30 undergraduate degrees and pre-professional programs, as well as three master’s degree...

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The class sizes are small and the teachers seem to care.

” – Kevin from Wentzville, MO

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1092

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type of institution

4 Year

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Suburb or town

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$20,256

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494

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Ranken Technical College

Saint Louis, MO

Ranken Technical College is a technical and vocational school in St. Louis. Ranken grants bachelor’s degrees in Architectural Technology and Applied Management as well as associate degrees in 17 fields of study. In addition, Ranken is home to several...

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Ranken is an extremely good school. The instructors are high quality. Employers love the students here.

” – Jacob from Ste. Genevieve, MO

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4 Year

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$15,803

average net price

1,671

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Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City

Kansas City, MO

Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City is a public, 2-year institution established in Missouri. The college offers nearly 90 academic discipline options, awarding associate’s degrees and technical certificates for job placement and college...

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I am learning a lot at Longview Community College. Actually, I am currently a freshmen going into my second semester and my previous English course I took first semester was actually my most challenging class I have ever took. The teachers love to...

” – james from Kansas City, MO

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2 Year

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$7,066

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12,872

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Missouri State University-West Plains

West Plains, MO

Missouri State University-West Plains is a 2-year open admission institution and a regional campus in the MSU system. Among the school’s 17 academic areas of study, MSU West Plains features three degree programs focusing on the wine industry: Enology...

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I am learning so much in my online business class as well as my business math class, for the first time in my life I actually understand simple math. The teachers are great and really want to help you succeed.

” – Melissa from West Plains, MO

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type of institution

2 Year

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$7,739

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1,770

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Three Rivers College

Poplar Bluff, MO

Three Rivers College is a 2-year community college with a main campus and eight additional locations serving four counties in southeast Missouri. TRC is home to 11 academic departments conferring degrees and certificates in over 100 programs of study...

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Three Rivers is a stepping stone for Seniors who are coming from small high school. The classes are small and the professors are willing to go the extra mile. The staff are very interested in you and your success.

” – Briana from Poplar Bluff, MO

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2 Year

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$8,362

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2,624

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Logan University

Chesterfield, MO

Logan University is a private institution focused on health sciences and chiropractic care. It is based in Chesterfield, Missouri, and is home to an 18-hole disc golf course. The school has an open admissions policy and also offers an online degree...

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type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$13,518

average net price

1,735

number of students

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Kansas City University

Kansas City, MO

One of the first schools of osteopathic medicine in the United States, Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences is a graduate-level medical school with campuses in Kansas City and Joplin, Missouri. As one of the largest med schools in the...

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4 Year

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1,306

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Cox College

Springfield, MO

Cox College is a private institution specializing in health care education. The school operates a Simulation Center containing a Virtual Hospital, Skills Lab, and Simulation Lab, which allows students to practice in "real-life" situations within a...

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33%

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Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$24,746

average net price

852

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State Technical College of Missouri

Linn, MO

The State Technical College of Missouri is a technical school and the only public technical college in Missouri. State Tech is home to eight academic departments granting 2-year technical degrees in 42 fields of study. In addition to classroom space...

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A very under looked technical college with a massive selection of technical occupations. The students are very friendly and hyped to start the school year. The teachers are awesome and look forward to teaching.

” – Matthew from Saint Louis, MO

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type of institution

2 Year

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campus setting

$12,926

average net price

2,176

number of students

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