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Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City
Kansas City, Missouri · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 3200 Broadway, Kansas City, MO 64111 · Phone: (816) 604-1000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City is a public trade school in Kansas City, Missouri offering welding, HVAC, and radiology/sonography programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City has a 33.6% completion rate, below the Missouri average of 69.3%; graduates carry a median debt of $10,073 and earn a median of $40,796 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for current tuition. Federal aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 30.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,200 | $51,950 | $61,660 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $39,180 | $59,950 | $74,610 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $50,810 | $73,080 | $80,770 |
| Medical assistants | $35,810 | $40,440 | $46,600 |
| Machinists | $44,120 | $58,710 | $72,540 |
| Medical records specialists | $38,880 | $50,750 | $63,150 |
| Construction laborers | $37,870 | $56,730 | $77,580 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $34,390 | $42,160 | $47,230 |
| Surgical technologists | $44,930 | $61,120 | $68,410 |
| Dental assistants | $36,580 | $45,970 | $50,150 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $48,580 | $61,530 | $70,230 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $34,950 | $49,160 | $63,240 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Missouri (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 66 | $38,426 | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 53 | $40,568 | $34,704 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 31 | $48,908 | $44,468 | $11,611 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 20 | $34,815 | $45,919 | $15,000 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 19 | $38,426 | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 13 | $48,908 | $44,468 | $11,611 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 10 | $34,815 | $45,919 | $15,000 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 10 | not reported | $28,212 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | $39,103 | $33,993 | $12,819 |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 7 | $48,908 | $44,468 | $11,611 |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | $38,426 | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | $40,568 | $34,704 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 1 | $38,564 | $38,337 | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City is a public community college located in Kansas City, Missouri. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and students can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, to attend. Across 21 program families, the campus's most-completed trade programs are welding schools, HVAC schools, and radiology & sonography programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 33.6%, which is below the Missouri state average of 69.3%. Graduates who took out federal loans carried a median debt of $10,073, and median earnings 10 years after entry were $40,796. About 30.9% of students receive Pell Grants, pointing to a significant share of lower-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus, with 10,649 undergraduates in a large-city setting, offers a broad mix of short-term certificate and trade programs across fields like welding, HVAC, medical assisting, and construction trades, though specific program lengths are not detailed in the data provided. Career changers and adults exploring hands-on trades may find the range of program families relevant, but individual fit should be confirmed directly with the school. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status through the Higher Learning Commission and review detailed outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers 21 program families, with the most-completed being welding schools, HVAC schools, and radiology & sonography programs. Other listed families include medical assisting, CNC machining, medical billing and coding, construction trades, EMT training, surgical tech, dental assisting, LPN programs, and auto mechanics.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 33.6%, which is below the Missouri state average of 69.3%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans carried a median debt of $10,073, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $40,796, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (816) 604-1000 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically means lower tuition for in-state residents and eligibility for state-supported funding, though specific tuition figures are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to confirm program schedules and durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Higher Learning Commission and review detailed federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?177995.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program formats or schedules tailored to adult learners, so this fit is not reported in federal data; prospective students should contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in the data provided; contact the school or check with your state's licensing board for specifics related to your chosen trade.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City by phone at (816) 604-1000 or through its website at https://www.mcckc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?177995 to compare outcomes across institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.