Associate Degrees

Students completing a two-year program of study at one of Missouri's community colleges will typically graduate with an Associate of Arts or an Associate of Science degree. These degrees are increasingly valuable in the workforce, as according to the National Skills Coalition, 53 percent of all jobs in Missouri in 2015 required more than a high school diploma, but less than a four-year degree.​

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Transfer Studies

Tuition on average at Missouri's community colleges is less than half of the state average for public universities, so it makes sense for students to get their general education credits out of the way at a community college. This is especially so for students who are eligible for the A+ Scholarship Program, which covers the student's first two years at any community college in the state.

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Workforce Development

In addition to degree seeking students, Missouri's community colleges serve thousands in non-credit workforce training programs. Through these programs, students typically earn industry-recognized certificates over the course of a short-term training program. The colleges also work one-on-one with local employers to develop customized training programs to meet the local employer's needs. This training can occur on-site at the local business or in a classroom.