B
Good
Score: 65/100
Overall (traditional)
A
Outcome Rating
83/100 · earnings-weighted

Kirksville Area Technical Center

Less than 2-Year Public
📍 Kirksville, Missouri 63501
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 (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 64%
Outcomes
B
67/100
Affordability
A
83/100
Resources
B
73/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
C
43/100

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

21
Total Enrollment
64%
Graduation Rate
100%
Retention Rate
3.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
50%
Acceptance Rate
$5,501
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Kirksville Area Technical Center ▼

73% 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
$184,185
Avg Monthly Rent
$716
1-Year Change
+6.8%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$40,517
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$38,997
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
100%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
61.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 87th percentile among certificate-focused 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 Kirksville Area Technical 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$35,582$51,109-9%#534 of 757#479$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 Kirksville Area Technical Center Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $184,185
  • Avg rent near campus: $716/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 63559 (3.4% cap, Novinger)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

92%
Receive Any Aid
85%
Receive Pell Grants
31%
Take Out Loans
$5,501
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$5,783
$48,001 - $75,000$6,804

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 18 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Kirksville Area Technical Center's top programs commonly pursue.

Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses
$62k/yr 651,400 jobs

Student Demographics

21
Total Students
86%
Women
62%
Traditional Age (18-24)
73%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 86%
Black 10%
Two or More 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 73%
With Family 27%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~15 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 62%
25-64 (Adult) 38%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Kirksville Area Technical Center?
Kirksville Area Technical Center has an acceptance rate of 50%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Kirksville Area Technical Center?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Kirksville Area Technical Center?
The graduation rate at Kirksville Area Technical Center is 64%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Kirksville Area Technical Center a good school?
Kirksville Area Technical Center has a Repit College Score of 65/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Kirksville Area Technical Center?
Kirksville Area Technical Center has a total enrollment of 21 students.
Is there rental demand near Kirksville Area Technical Center?
Yes! Approximately 73% of students at Kirksville Area Technical Center live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 15 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Kirksville area.

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