St Charles Community College — tuition $5,010 in-state, $6,660 out-of-state
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Rating Context:⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.
Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the
Outcomes Score (D)
which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 23%
Outcomes
D
42/100
Affordability
B+
79/100
Resources
C+
58/100
Experience
D
41/100
Prestige
F
28/100
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
5,902
Total Enrollment
23%
Graduation Rate
63%
Retention Rate
20.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$2,638
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near St Charles Community College ▼
23%
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.
What happens to students who enroll at St Charles Community College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$42,422
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$37,087
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$6,187
Median debt at graduation
24.8%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
24.6%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 15% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 80th 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 St Charles Community 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.
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 St Charles Community College Town Property Report
Avg home value near campus: $333,437
Avg rent near campus: $1,678/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 63043 (4.1% cap, Maryland Heights)
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🏆 Where St Charles Community College Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,381 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person44%
Hybrid (Some Online)33%
Fully Online23%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)70%
25-64 (Adult)18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at St Charles Community 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 St Charles Community College?
Tuition at St Charles Community College is
$5,010 for in-state students
and $6,660 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $2,638.
What is the graduation rate at St Charles Community College?
The graduation rate at St Charles Community College is 23%.
This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is St Charles Community College a good school?
St Charles Community College has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend St Charles Community College?
St Charles Community College has a total enrollment of 5,902 students.
Is there rental demand near St Charles Community College?
Yes! Approximately 23% of students at St Charles Community College live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 1,381 students who need rental housing near campus.
This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Cottleville area.
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