
About
North Central Missouri College, located in Trenton, Missouri, was founded in 1925 to provide residents of its service area educational and career opportunities. The school is a public two year institution dedicated to excellence and quality, assisting students in achieving their goals. The school maintains partnerships with businesses in the community to facilitate employment opportunities as well as agreements with public institutions in Missouri to assist in ease of transfer for academic oriented students.
Academics
North Central Missouri College offers a number of programs that result in a certificate or degree and allow for the fulfillment of educational or career goals. Student in wishing to transfer to a four year college or university will complete the first two years of their education at NCMC, followed by applying for transfer to complete one's bachelor's degree. Career programs take between one and two years to complete and provide the education and training for an individual to operate as a professional in their field of study. Employment may be pursued after completion of the program.
Programs of study include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
NCMC is an open enrollment institution allowing any students to that meet the criterion for admission to enroll upon submission of a completed application. Students must supply all transcripts and required documentation and are encouraged to participate in orientation as well as meet with a counselor prior to registration.
Financial aid is available in the form of loans and grants. Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in order to be considered for aid programs. Additional assistance may be obtained through the school's financial aid office.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $8,600. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $20 application fee for those applying to a program. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $2,300-$2,700
- Out-of-State: $4,400-$5,328
- Charges for part-time students are:
- State Residents: $76-$91 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $150-$180 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 94% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 89% | $4,729 |
Receiving Student Loans | 28% | $4,353 |
Admissions, Academics, & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, North Central Missouri College may offer services including:
- Online course work available
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
Graduation & Transfer Rates
Community colleges often offer both career training programs and options for students to transfer-out to four year institutions, which is why the table below is so important, it compares North Central Missouri College against community colleges in Missouri.
NCMC | Grundy County | Missouri | |
---|---|---|---|
Graduation Rate | 29.9% | - | 23.4% |
Transfer-out Rate | 19.5% | - | 17.6% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- Accredited by the Missouri State Board of Nursing (since 1973)
- See a list of all associate's degree in nursing (ADN) programs in Missouri
- Dental Hygienist Program
- Accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation (since 2013)
- Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program
- Accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association, Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (since 2011)
- Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) Program
- Accredited by the Missouri State Board of Nursing (since 1968)
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

Get more information about the programs offered by North Central Missouri College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Agricultural Business and Management (A, C)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Data Entry Technology (A, C)
- Bookkeeping (A)
- Business Administration (A, C)
- Advertising and Marketing
Education
- Teacher Education, Multiple Levels (A)
- Teacher Assistant (TA) (A)
Engineering Technology
- Energy Management (A, C)
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Child Care (A)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (C)
- Nursing (A)
- Dental Hygienist (A)
- Radiology Technician (A)
- Pharmacy Technician (A, C)
- Health Information and Medical Records Technology (A, C)
- Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) (A)
- EMT & Paramedic (A)
- Healthcare Administration (A)
- Medical Executive Assistant (A)
- Medical Transcription
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences
- Ultrasound Technician
- Surgical Technologist
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
- General Studies (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Precision Systems Maintenance and Repair Technologies (A)
- Mechanic and Repair Technologies
Precision Production
- Welding (C)
Security and Protective Services
- Police Science (A)
Other Community Colleges Nearby
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to North Central Missouri College.
- Moberly Area Community College in Moberly, MO (77 miles away)
- Southwestern Community College in Creston, IA (80 miles away)
- State Fair Community College in Sedalia, MO (97 miles away)
- Southeast Community College in Lincoln, NE (166 miles away)
- Spoon River College in Canton, IL (189 miles away)