Trade Schools in Springfield, MO

Springfield, MO has 6 schools with trade and career programs in this directory: 1 public and 5 private. Together they graduated 1,231 students from these programs in the latest federal count.

Published program tuition runs from $4,955 to $20,660, with a median of $11,000 across the 13 programs that report a program price.

Graduates earned a median of $33,523 one year after finishing, where the Department of Education reports earnings for the program.

The largest programs by graduates are at Ozarks Technical Community College, Midwest Technical Institute-Missouri and Paul Mitchell the School-Springfield.

6
Schools
1,231
Graduates last year
$11,000
Median program tuition
$33,523
Median earnings, 1 yr after

All 6 schools in Springfield, MO

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Ozarks Technical Community College

Springfield, MO

Programs
Auto Mechanic, Dental Assistant, Diesel Mechanic and EMT and Paramedic and 7 more
Average net price
$15,488
Completion rate
34%
Type
Public

Midwest Technical Institute-Missouri

Springfield, MO

Programs
CDL Truck Driving, Cosmetology, Dental Assistant and HVAC and 4 more
Average net price
$21,804
Completion rate
80%
Type
Private for-profit

Academy of Hair Design-Springfield

Springfield, MO

Programs
Barber, Cosmetology, Esthetician and Nail Technician
Average net price
$14,847
Completion rate
76%
Type
Private for-profit

Bryan University

Springfield, MO

Programs
Medical Assistant and Medical Billing and Coding
Average net price
$19,592
Completion rate
38%
Type
Private for-profit

Common questions

How much does trade school training cost in Springfield, MO?

The median published tuition is $11,000 (range $4,955 to $20,660, 13 programs reporting). The lowest listed prices are at Midwest Technical Institute-Missouri ($4,955), Paul Mitchell the School-Springfield ($6,000) and Academy of Hair Design-Springfield ($7,050). Public community and technical colleges often charge less but report tuition per year rather than per program, so check each school's net price calculator.

How long does trade school school take?

Programs that report a length take a median of 7 months to finish (2 to 13 months). Certificates are shorter; associate degrees usually take about two years.

How much do trade school graduates earn?

Across 29 programs with reported outcomes, the median graduate earned $33,523 one year after finishing (U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard). Earnings vary by program and local labor market.

Are there public trade school programs in Springfield, MO?

Yes. 1 public school offer it, including Ozarks Technical Community College.

Data: U.S. Department of Education: IPEDS 2024-25 and College Scorecard (October 2026 release). Listings change; confirm details with the school before you go. How this directory is built.