Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 29.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $40,796
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $10,073
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 13:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 40.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $107/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $52,833 | $16,573 |
| Computer Engineering. | Associate | $52,107 | |
| Computer Programming. | Associate | $51,482 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $45,919 | $15,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $44,468 | $11,611 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Certificate | $43,426 | |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies. | Associate | $38,337 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $36,134 | $10,474 |
| Legal Support Services. | Associate | $35,954 | |
| Fire Protection. | Certificate | $35,060 | $5,343 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Certificate | $34,704 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $33,993 | $12,819 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $33,138 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $29,250 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $28,212 |
Outcomes Overview
Most Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City graduates enter the workforce with manageable debt loads. The median debt of $10,073 represents just 25% of first-year earnings of $39,252. Monthly loan payments of $107 consume only 3.3% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The employment rate reaches 93.9%, reflecting strong job placement in Kansas City's healthcare, manufacturing, and business sectors. Many graduates use their associate degrees as stepping stones to four-year programs or enter skilled trades where community college credentials carry significant weight. Earnings grow steadily, reaching $48,385 after five years. With low debt burdens and solid employment prospects, this represents a strong return on investment for career-focused students.