C
Average
Score: 53/100
Overall (traditional)
B+
Outcome Rating
75/100 · earnings-weighted

Warrensburg Area Career Center

Less than 2-Year Public
📍 Warrensburg, Missouri 64093
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 (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 73%
Outcomes
C+
63/100
Affordability
C+
60/100
Resources
C+
59/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
29/100

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

23
Total Enrollment
73%
Graduation Rate
71%
Retention Rate
6.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
91%
Acceptance Rate
$11,646
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Warrensburg Area Career Center ▼

67% 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
$273,239
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,080
1-Year Change
+7.0%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$37,242
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$36,872
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
100%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
52.2%
Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 76th 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 Warrensburg Area Career 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
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services$23,749$40,423+54%#3 of 1025#1—

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 Warrensburg Area Career Center Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $273,239
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,080/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 64093 (3.1% cap, Warrensburg)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
43%
Receive Pell Grants
57%
Take Out Loans
$11,646
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

23
Total Students
96%
Women
83%
Traditional Age (18-24)
67%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 91%
Black 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 67%
With Family 33%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~15 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 83%
25-64 (Adult) 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Warrensburg Area Career Center?
Warrensburg Area Career Center has an acceptance rate of 91%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Warrensburg Area Career Center?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Warrensburg Area Career Center?
The graduation rate at Warrensburg Area Career Center is 73%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Warrensburg Area Career Center a good school?
Warrensburg Area Career Center has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Warrensburg Area Career Center?
Warrensburg Area Career Center has a total enrollment of 23 students. Most students (83%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near Warrensburg Area Career Center?
Yes! Approximately 67% of students at Warrensburg Area Career 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 Warrensburg area.

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