Trade school programs in Missouri
College Scorecard lists 160 trade programs at 70 schools in Missouri. 107 are at public schools; 148 offer a certificate and 60 an associate degree. Half of these schools charge under $10,503 a year in tuition and fees (160 reporting). Median earnings one year after finishing: $30,187 (78 programs reporting). Most programs are in Springfield (15), Kansas City (14), Cape Girardeau (10). Most common trades: CNA & Practical Nursing (LPN/LVN) (31), Medical Assistant & Allied Health (31), Cosmetology & Barbering (26). Choose a trade. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (Oct 2026 release). Program lists show certificate and associate programs reported to the Department; schools that don't take federal aid may be missing.
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- Welding & Machining 19
- HVAC/R 13
- Electrician & Lineworker 7
- Plumbing & Pipefitting 3
- Carpentry 7
- Automotive & Diesel Technician 20
- CNA & Practical Nursing (LPN/LVN) 31
- Medical Assistant & Allied Health 31
- Cosmetology & Barbering 26
- CDL & Truck Driving 3
Frequently asked questions
How many trade programs are in Missouri?
We found 160 certificate or associate programs at 70 schools in Missouri in College Scorecard data, 107 of them at public schools.
What are the lowest-tuition trade programs in Missouri?
By school-wide yearly tuition and fees: St Charles Community College (Cottleville, $3,048); St Charles Community College (Cottleville, $3,048); St Charles Community College (Cottleville, $3,048). Program costs can differ, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
Where does this data come from?
The U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard, which lists programs at schools that take part in federal student aid. Confirm details, licensing and current enrollment with the school.