C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
67/100 · earnings-weighted

North Central Missouri College

2-Year Public
📍 Trenton, Missouri 64683
Outcomes
C+
61/100
Affordability
B
72/100
Resources
C
54/100
Experience
C+
58/100
Prestige
F
26/100

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

1,847
Total Enrollment
56%
Graduation Rate
71%
Retention Rate
19.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$9,299
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near North Central Missouri College ▼

25% 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
$114,380
Avg Monthly Rent
$810
1-Year Change
+13.4%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at North Central Missouri College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$40,837
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$36,289
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$10,500
Median debt at graduation
57.6%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
35.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 26% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 71st percentile among associate-degree-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 North Central Missouri College

Median pay of associate's degree 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
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$66,504$79,102-2%#529 of 962#402$11,625
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$24,483$40,900-7%#622 of 947#477$7,200
Agricultural Business and Management$26,927—————
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services$26,867—————

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 North Central Missouri College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $114,380
  • Avg rent near campus: $810/mo — vs ~$341/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 64683 (5.5% cap, Trenton)

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🏆 Where North Central Missouri College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#15
Agricultural Business and Management, General
of 27 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $5,100 $6,300
Room $3,070
Board $3,425
Total Cost (On-Campus) $20,132 $21,332

Financial Aid

98%
Receive Any Aid
48%
Receive Pell Grants
22%
Take Out Loans
$9,299
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$9,650
$30,001 - $48,000$11,110
$48,001 - $75,000$11,114
$75,001 - $110,000$12,015
$110,001+$10,795

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 118 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 109 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 79 grads/yr Agricultural Business and Management, General 46 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 29 grads/yr Teacher Education, Multiple Levels 23 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 18 grads/yr Child Care and Support Services Management 15 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 8 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 7 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 7 grads/yr Surgical Technology/Technologist 5 grads/yr Precision Systems Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Other 5 grads/yr Occupational Therapist Assistant 4 grads/yr Pharmacy Technician/Assistant 3 grads/yr General Studies 3 grads/yr Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician 2 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 2 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from North Central Missouri College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses
$62k/yr 651,400 jobs
Farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural managers
$88k/yr 836,100 jobs
Agricultural sciences teachers, postsecondary
$86k/yr 10,700 jobs
First-line supervisors of farming, fishing, and forestry workers
$59k/yr 65,400 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs

Student Demographics

1,847
Total Students
73%
Women
51%
Traditional Age (18-24)
25%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 89%
Black 2%
Asian 1%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 31%
Off-Campus (Renters) 25%
With Family 44%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~469 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 31%
Hybrid (Some Online) 34%
Fully Online 35%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 51%
25-64 (Adult) 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at North Central Missouri College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend North Central Missouri College?
Tuition at North Central Missouri College is $5,100 for in-state students and $6,300 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $9,299.
What is the graduation rate at North Central Missouri College?
The graduation rate at North Central Missouri College is 56%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is North Central Missouri College a good school?
North Central Missouri College has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend North Central Missouri College?
North Central Missouri College has a total enrollment of 1,847 students.
Is there rental demand near North Central Missouri College?
Yes! Approximately 25% of students at North Central Missouri College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 469 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Trenton area.

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