C+
Above Average
Score: 59/100
Overall (traditional)
A+
Outcome Rating
95/100 · earnings-weighted

Cass Career Center

Less than 2-Year Public
📍 Harrisonville, Missouri 64701
ℹ️
Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (A) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 100%
Outcomes
A
85/100
Affordability
C+
59/100
Resources
C
53/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
D
37/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

20
Total Enrollment
100%
Graduation Rate
100%
Retention Rate
8.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
100%
Acceptance Rate
$15,552
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Cass Career Center ▼

40% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$301,012
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,186
1-Year Change
+8.4%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Cass Career Center, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$52,545
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$46,168
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
100%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
60%
Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 92nd percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MO wage index 0.87). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Cass Career Center

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants$50,718$64,279+15%#175 of 757#101$9,500

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Cass Career Center Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $301,012
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,186/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 64080 (3.8% cap, Pleasant Hill)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

83%
Receive Any Aid
67%
Receive Pell Grants
67%
Take Out Loans
$15,552
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$14,260
$30,001 - $48,000$11,988
$75,001 - $110,000$22,993

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants, Other 15 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Cass Career Center's top programs commonly pursue.

Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses
$62k/yr 651,400 jobs
Nursing assistants
$40k/yr 1,441,500 jobs

Student Demographics

20
Total Students
95%
Women
35%
Traditional Age (18-24)
40%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 60%
Hispanic 5%
Black 35%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 40%
With Family 60%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~8 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 35%
25-64 (Adult) 65%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Cass Career Center?
Cass Career Center has an acceptance rate of 100%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Cass Career Center?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Cass Career Center?
The graduation rate at Cass Career Center is 100%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Cass Career Center a good school?
Cass Career Center has a Repit College Score of 59/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Cass Career Center?
Cass Career Center has a total enrollment of 20 students.
Is there rental demand near Cass Career Center?
Yes! Approximately 40% of students at Cass Career Center live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 8 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Harrisonville area.

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C+
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B
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C+
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology