Moberly Area Community College

  • The mission of Moberly Area Community College is to foster excellence in learning. As a publicly supported institution of higher education, MACC will provide open admission to educational programs and services that are geographically and financially accessible throughout northeast Missouri.

School Highlights

Moberly Area Community College serves 4,878 students (47% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 39%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 4,878 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,170
  • Out-state tuition: $5,820
  • Student:teacher ratio: 14:1
  • Minority enrollment: 17%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Overview

The teacher population of 346 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Moberly Area Community College
(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
346 staff
139 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Moberly Area Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Moberly Area Community College diversity score of 0.30 is less than the state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has declined by 17% over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,878 students
2,348 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
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# Full-Time Students
2,285 students
1,145 students
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# Part-Time Students
2,593 students
1,203 students
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This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Moberly Area Community College.
This chart displays community college average Full-Time students and Part-Time students enrollment breakdown of Missouri.
# Enrollment Undergraduate
345 students
213 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,285 students
1,145 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,593 students
908 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
13 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
54 students
200 students
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% Asian
2%
2%
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% Hispanic
2%
4%
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% Black
7%
7%
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% White
83%
61%
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% Two or more races
3%
4%
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% Unknown races
3%
22%
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Missouri.
Diversity Score
0.30
0.57
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
34%
34%
This chart displays completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Moberly Area Community College and community college average completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Missouri by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.12%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,900
$30,900
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $4,170 is less than the state average of $4,968. The in-state tuition has declined by 16% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,820 is less than the state average of $6,538. The out-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,170
$4,968
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,820
$6,538
This chart displays tuition fees for an out-of-state student of Moberly Area Community College and the public community college average tuition fees for an out-of-state student of Missouri by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
92%
92%
This chart displays the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in Moberly Area Community College and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in Missouri by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,500
$10,500
This chart displays median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Moberly Area Community College and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in Missouri by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
This chart displays median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Moberly Area Community College and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Missouri by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Acceptance Rate
n/a
95%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • We are a strong and proud institution, founded in 1927, and thriving today as a college that truly cares about the students, faculty, and staff who together make this institution great. Our enrollment is approximately 4000 and we offer both day and evening classes, on-campus, off-campus, and dual credit in the area high schools; as well as a variety of support services--all designed to make the learning experience at MACC truly rewarding. Our emphasis is on low student-teacher ratios, individualized attention, and respect for the rich diversity of students we serve. As a progressive institution, we strive to provide the academic and technological services that our students need in order to be successful in the future. All two-year degree and one-year certificate programs are approved by the Missouri Coordinating Board for Higher Education. Specific programs within the College are approved by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (Division of Vocational and Adult Education), the Missouri State Board of Nursing, and the Missouri Department of Public Safety. MACC also offers courses and programs approved by the American Institute of Banking, the Missouri Department of Social Services and the American Management Association. Moberly Area Community College is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Moberly Area Community College cost?
Moberly Area Community College's tuition is approximately $4,170 for In-State students and $5,820 for Out-State students.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 4,878 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,170
  • Out-state tuition: $5,820
  • Student:teacher ratio: 14:1
  • Minority enrollment: 17%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Missouri public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,968 per year for in-state students and $6,538 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $16,658 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Missouri is 88%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Missouri community colleges have a diversity score of 0.57, which is lower than the national average of 0.71. The most diverse community college in Missouri is Concorde Career College-Kansas City. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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