Vatterott College-Springfield (Closed 2017)

  • Vatterott College mission is to provide skilled training to eligible students, enabling them to secure entry-level or advanced-level employment.

School Highlights

Vatterott College-Springfield served 348 students (100% of students were full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 32:1 was higher than the state community college average of 27:1.
Minority enrollment was 14% of the student body (majority Black and American), which was less than the state average of 43%.

School Overview

Vatterott College-Springfield
(MO) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private, for profit
Public
Total Faculty
11 staff
55 staff

Student Body

Total Enrollment
348 students
1,127 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
27:1
# Full-Time Students
348 students
619 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
348 students
1,074 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
348 students
708 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
4%
n/a
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
2%
6%
% Black
4%
10%
% White
86%
57%
% Two or more races
1%
4%
% Unknown races
2%
20%
Diversity Score
0.26
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
58%
27%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,100
$30,900

Tuition & Financial Aid

Private State Tuition Fees
$12,181
$16,692
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
84%
92%
Median Debt for Graduates
$22,001
$10,450
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,571
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
75%
79%
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • One of the most innovative schools, Vatterott College offers a focused education -- hands-on training with expert instructors. Flexible scheduling, Financial Aid for those who qualify, and Career Placement services give you the best opportunity for a challenging and rewarding career. Set your course for a new, better livelihood in Information Technology, Court Reporting, Culinary Arts, General Business Degree programs, or fields including trades (such as Welding, Electrical, and HVAC), business services (such as accounting and computer office technology), and medical technology. Vatterott College has a long tradition of excellence since our founding in 1969, and it is this excellence that won us the award of "Best School" by the Missouri Association of Private Career Schools. Classes begin every 10 weeks. Diploma programs range from 13 to 60 weeks. Associate degree programs are 80 or 90 weeks. With over 30 years experience and 17 campuses across the Midwest, Vatterott College has become a leader in preparing students to meet the market demand for technically superior employees. The Springfield campus offers a range of programs. Programs Offered at Springfield includes Drafting (Computer Aided Drafting & Design and Computer Aided Drafting Technology); HVAC (Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanic); IT/Computing(Business Administrative Assistant, Computer Technology, Computer Systems & Network Technology); Legal(Legal Assistant and Paralegal); Medical(Medical Assistant, Medical Office Assistant, Dental Assistant, Pharmacy Assistant, Pharmacy Technician and Medical Assistant Specialist). This campus prepares students for certifications in A+, Basic Skills Test, CISCO Certified Network Associate, Core Access 2000-MOUS, Core Excel 2000-MOUS, Core Powerpoint 2000-MOUS, Core Word 2000-MOUS, CPR, Design Drafter, Missouri State Registered Pharmacy Technician Process, Registered Dental Assistant Exam, Registered Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant Exam and Registered Phlebotomy Technician. Vatterott College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT).

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Vatterott College-Springfield cost?
Vatterott College-Springfield's private state tuition is approximately $12,181.
What is the acceptance rate of Vatterott College-Springfield?
The acceptance rate of Vatterott College-Springfield is 75%, which is lower than the state average of 79%.

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