- Linn State Technical College, as the premier public institution of technical education supporting economic development in the state of Missouri, is dedicated to serving the state’s diverse population. As a student-centered education community, the institution maximizes students’ learning potential by providing them with specialized knowledge in traditional and emerging technical areas as well as general knowledge that fosters a life of learning.
School Highlights
State Technical College of Missouri serves 1,855 students (90% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 88%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 1,855 students
- In-state tuition: $5,820
- Out-state tuition: $10,560
- Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
- Minority enrollment: 98%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
State Technical College of Missouri ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 188 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
State Technical College of Missouri
(MO) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
188 staff
139 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of State Technical College of Missouri has grown by 7% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has increased from 9:1 over five years.
The State Technical College of Missouri diversity score of 0.12 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has declined by 21% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,855 students
1,606 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
1,674 students
638 students
# Part-Time Students
181 students
968 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
178 students
213 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,674 students
638 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
181 students
497 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
15 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
144 students
200 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
2%
% Asian
1%
9%
% Hispanic
n/a
1%
% Black
2%
5%
% White
2%
12%
% Hawaiian
94%
50%
% Two or more races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
n/a
19%
Diversity Score
0.12
0.69
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.7387%
0.4251%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.6667%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$41,500
$30,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,820 is more than the state average of $3,825. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $10,560 is more than the state average of $5,579. The out-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,820
$3,825
Out-State Tuition Fees
$10,560
$5,579
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,507
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
94%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does State Technical College of Missouri cost?
State Technical College of Missouri's tuition is approximately $5,820 for In-State students and $10,560 for Out-State students.
What is State Technical College of Missouri's ranking?
State Technical College of Missouri ranks among the top 20% of community college in Missouri for: Average community college minority breakdown, Percent of students receiving financial aid and Highest completion rates.
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