C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
37/100 · earnings-weighted

State Fair Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Sedalia, Missouri 65301
Outcomes
C
50/100
Affordability
B+
77/100
Resources
C+
60/100
Experience
C+
56/100
Prestige
F
27/100

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

3,754
Total Enrollment
40%
Graduation Rate
61%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$7,080
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near State Fair Community College ▼

27% 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
$184,224
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,166
1-Year Change
+4.2%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at State Fair Community College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$35,562
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$32,659
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$10,500
Median debt at graduation
44.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
35.6%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 30% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 30th 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 State Fair 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.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$61,389$73,875-9%#769 of 962#668$16,500
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions—$62,355+1%#141 of 237#113—
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$52,138$61,646-6%#353 of 560#299$18,990
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$26,386$38,941-12%#748 of 947#628$9,000
Health and Medical Administrative Services$36,652————$18,927
Business Administration, Management and Operations$26,944$33,299-32%#522 of 547#510—

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 State Fair Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $184,224
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,166/mo — vs ~$356/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 65301 (4.9% cap, Sedalia)

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🏆 Where State Fair Community College Ranks

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

🥉
Metal Fabricator
of 4 schools
#11
Child Care and Support Services Management
of 42 schools
#17
Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician
of 48 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,584 $6,168
Room $3,200
Board $3,700
Total Cost (On-Campus) $18,651 $20,235

Financial Aid

94%
Receive Any Aid
50%
Receive Pell Grants
12%
Take Out Loans
$7,080
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,981
$30,001 - $48,000$6,873
$48,001 - $75,000$8,057
$75,001 - $110,000$8,830
$110,001+$9,039

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 459 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 51 grads/yr Metal Fabricator 47 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 45 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 45 grads/yr Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician 33 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 30 grads/yr Child Care and Support Services Management 27 grads/yr Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations 20 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 15 grads/yr Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas, Other 15 grads/yr Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician 15 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 14 grads/yr CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician 13 grads/yr Computer Programming, Specific Applications 13 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 11 grads/yr Visual and Performing Arts, General 11 grads/yr Occupational Therapist Assistant 10 grads/yr Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician 10 grads/yr Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia 8 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from State Fair Community 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
Structural metal fabricators and fitters
$50k/yr 53,800 jobs
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Medical assistants
$44k/yr 811,000 jobs
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses
$62k/yr 651,400 jobs

Student Demographics

3,754
Total Students
65%
Women
57%
Traditional Age (18-24)
27%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 81%
Hispanic 9%
Black 3%
Asian 1%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 24%
Off-Campus (Renters) 27%
With Family 49%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,021 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 27%
Hybrid (Some Online) 35%
Fully Online 38%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 57%
25-64 (Adult) 15%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at State Fair 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 State Fair Community College?
Tuition at State Fair Community College is $4,584 for in-state students and $6,168 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $7,080.
What is the graduation rate at State Fair Community College?
The graduation rate at State Fair Community College is 40%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is State Fair Community College a good school?
State Fair Community 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 State Fair Community College?
State Fair Community College has a total enrollment of 3,754 students.
Is there rental demand near State Fair Community College?
Yes! Approximately 27% of students at State Fair Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,021 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Sedalia area.

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