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Missouri Western State University
Saint Joseph, Missouri · Public university · Training programs available:
Address: 4525 Downs Dr, Saint Joseph, MO 64507 · Phone: (816) 271-4200 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Missouri Western State University is a public trade and career school in Saint Joseph, Missouri, offering medical assistant programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and others.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Missouri Western State University carry a median debt of $19,968 and earn a median of $42,647 ten years after entry; completion rate versus the state average of 69.3% is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Missouri Western State University; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 28.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $35,810 | $40,440 | $46,600 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 15 | not reported | not reported | 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
Missouri Western State University is a public university in Saint Joseph, Missouri, located in a small city setting. It participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. The campus holds accreditation from several bodies including the Higher Learning Commission, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and others depending on program. Within its trade and career training offerings, the school's most notable program family is medical assistant programs, with 15 completers reported.
Federal data provides a partial picture of outcomes. The completion rate for this campus compared to the state average is not reported, though the state average completion rate for similar institutions is 69.3%. Graduates carry a median debt of $19,968, and the median earnings 10 years after entry is $42,647. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 28.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of students from lower-income backgrounds attend here.
This campus, with an undergraduate enrollment of 2,219, offers a single reported trade program family — medical assistant training — alongside its broader degree offerings. Because program length details are not reported here, prospective students, including career changers, should contact the school directly to confirm program duration, format, and fit for their schedule. To verify accreditation status and outcomes independently, consult the listed accreditors or the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Missouri Western State University offers medical assistant programs, with 15 completers reported in federal data. This is the only trade program family reported for this campus.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. Accreditors include the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the Higher Learning Commission, the Missouri State Board of Nursing, and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education.
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, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate for this campus compared to the state average is not reported in federal data. The state average completion rate is 69.3%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $19,968, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $42,647, 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) 271-4200 or visit their website for current 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 funding, though specific cost figures are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available federal data for this campus's trade programs; contact the school to confirm duration and format.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the listed accrediting bodies and check outcomes data via the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?178387.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and schedule details are not reported in federal data, so fit for career changers cannot be determined from the available information; contact the school directly to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements after completing the medical assistant program are not reported in the available data; contact the school for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Missouri Western State University at (816) 271-4200 or visit https://www.missouriwestern.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools offering medical assistant programs is not reported here; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?178387 to compare institutions directly.
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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.