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Midwest Technical Institute-Missouri
Springfield, Missouri · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 3600 South Glenstone Outer Road, Springfield, MO 65804 · Phone: (417) 227-4950 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Midwest Technical Institute-Missouri is a private for-profit trade school in Springfield, MO offering CDL/truck driving, welding, and dental assistant programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has an 80.5% completion rate, above the state average of 69.3%, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $33,601 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance is $32,631, and the school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), with 64.7% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $37,860 | $54,550 | $63,400 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,200 | $51,950 | $61,660 |
| Dental assistants | $36,580 | $45,970 | $50,150 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $28,600 | $30,750 | $38,130 |
| Phlebotomists | $34,070 | $43,120 | $46,970 |
| Medical assistants | $35,810 | $40,440 | $46,600 |
| Medical records specialists | $38,880 | $50,750 | $63,150 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, under 300 hours | 96 | $30,388 | $28,998 | $6,333 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 64 | $28,998 | $28,157 | $9,500 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 37 | $20,714 | $21,020 | $9,500 |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 29 | $30,388 | $28,998 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 28 | $15,720 | $15,398 | $11,450 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 25 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | $22,746 | $22,350 | $9,500 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | $26,589 | $23,207 | $9,500 |
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
Midwest Technical Institute-Missouri is a private for-profit trade school in Springfield, MO, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and approved for federal student aid (Title IV). The campus offers eight program families, with the most-completed being CDL / truck driving training, welding, and dental assistant programs. It serves 396 undergraduate students in a midsize city setting.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 80.5%, which is above the state average of 69.3%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $33,601. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $32,631, and 64.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of low-income enrollment.
Given the mix of short-term programs like CDL training and welding alongside longer allied-health tracks such as dental assisting, this campus may suit both quick career-entry seekers and adult career-changers looking for hands-on training, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Anyone considering enrollment should independently verify accreditation status with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review current outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling. Costs, debt, and earnings figures should be treated as historical federal reporting rather than a guarantee of future results, and prospective students should contact the school directly for the most current tuition and program details not captured here.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Midwest Technical Institute-Missouri offers eight program families, most notably CDL/truck driving training, welding, and dental assistant programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and 64.7% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 80.5%, which is above the Missouri state average of 69.3%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $9,500, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $33,601, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $32,631.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can mean different tuition structures and outcomes reporting compared to public or non-profit institutions; prospective students should review costs and outcomes carefully.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (417) 227-4950 or visit its website for specifics.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?482097.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to ask about specific program credentials.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Midwest Technical Institute-Missouri at (417) 227-4950 or through its website, https://www.midwesttech.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings 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.