B
Good
Score: 63/100
Overall (traditional)
A+
Outcome Rating
91/100 · earnings-weighted

State Technical College of Missouri

2-Year Public
📍 Linn, Missouri 65051
Outcomes
B+
79/100
Affordability
B
66/100
Resources
C+
60/100
Experience
B
71/100
Prestige
D
39/100

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

2,259
Total Enrollment
79%
Graduation Rate
90%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$7,358
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near State Technical College of Missouri ▼

51% 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
$255,918
Avg Monthly Rent
$801
1-Year Change
+6.5%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$55,901
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$48,921
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$10,986
Median debt at graduation
84.2%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
32.8%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 20% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 96th 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 Technical College of Missouri

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
Nuclear and Industrial Radiologic Technologies/Technicians$49,762$129,194+49%———
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers$54,080$90,503+28%#14 of 52#13$12,000
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians$55,282$81,000+17%#5 of 31#6$12,000
Precision Metal Working$47,325$63,519+13%#21 of 66#14$11,474
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians$50,931$61,832-9%#44 of 59#34$12,000
Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians—$58,407-9%#10 of 11#9—
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians$42,544$58,354+-0%#97 of 176#69$12,000
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)$43,723$54,641-6%#25 of 39#21—
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications$41,270$51,016-7%#68 of 87#54$11,091
Computer Programming—$50,755-13%#37 of 54#35—
Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians$49,789$50,606-9%#35 of 39#30$11,700
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$47,669—————
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$41,050$46,632+10%#219 of 476#176$9,187
Business Administration, Management and Operations$30,368$45,392-7%#352 of 547#288—

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 Technical College of Missouri Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $255,918
  • Avg rent near campus: $801/mo — vs ~$444/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 65061 (4.2% cap, Morrison)

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🏆 Where State Technical College of Missouri Ranks

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

🥇
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
of 100 schools
🥇
Construction Trades, General
of 26 schools
🥇
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
of 40 schools
🥈
Office Management and Supervision
of 34 schools
🥈
Construction/Heavy Equipment/Earthmoving Equipment Operation
of 17 schools
🥈
Lineworker
of 38 schools
🥉
Electrician
of 100 schools
🥉
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician
of 100 schools
#4
Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
of 57 schools
#6
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $6,270 $12,540
Room $4,000
Board $2,850
Total Cost (On-Campus) $20,436 $26,706

Financial Aid

96%
Receive Any Aid
36%
Receive Pell Grants
44%
Take Out Loans
$7,358
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$10,272
$30,001 - $48,000$11,350
$48,001 - $75,000$13,967
$75,001 - $110,000$16,706
$110,001+$17,385

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 143 grads/yr Office Management and Supervision 72 grads/yr Electrician 60 grads/yr Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician 59 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 58 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 57 grads/yr Construction/Heavy Equipment/Earthmoving Equipment Operation 57 grads/yr Lineworker 42 grads/yr Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician 39 grads/yr Machine Tool Technology/Machinist 37 grads/yr Construction Trades, General 37 grads/yr Computer Programming/Programmer, General 33 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 31 grads/yr Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians 29 grads/yr Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General 29 grads/yr Building/Construction Site Management/Manager 28 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 26 grads/yr Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician 22 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 22 grads/yr Turf and Turfgrass Management 21 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from State Technical College of Missouri's top programs commonly pursue.

Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs
First-line supervisors of office and administrative support workers
$66k/yr 1,558,400 jobs
Signal and track switch repairers
$84k/yr 8,700 jobs
First-line supervisors of construction trades and extraction workers
$79k/yr 921,600 jobs
Electricians
$62k/yr 818,700 jobs
Security and fire alarm systems installers
$59k/yr 85,900 jobs
Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists
$61k/yr 319,900 jobs
Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers
$60k/yr 425,200 jobs

Student Demographics

2,259
Total Students
20%
Women
93%
Traditional Age (18-24)
51%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 92%
Hispanic 1%
Black 1%
Asian 1%
Two or More 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 30%
Off-Campus (Renters) 51%
With Family 20%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,143 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 69%
Hybrid (Some Online) 29%
Fully Online 1%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 93%
25-64 (Adult) 6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at State Technical College of Missouri?
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 Technical College of Missouri?
Tuition at State Technical College of Missouri is $6,270 for in-state students and $12,540 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $7,358.
What is the graduation rate at State Technical College of Missouri?
The graduation rate at State Technical College of Missouri is 79%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is State Technical College of Missouri a good school?
State Technical College of Missouri has a Repit College Score of 63/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend State Technical College of Missouri?
State Technical College of Missouri has a total enrollment of 2,259 students. Most students (93%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near State Technical College of Missouri?
Yes! Approximately 51% of students at State Technical College of Missouri live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,143 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Linn area.

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