Mineral Area College
About Mineral Area College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Mineral Area College teaches in the old lead-mining country south of St Louis and keeps dormitories. Nursing and teacher education are among its largest programs.
Founded
1922
Location
Park Hills, Missouri
Students
1,592
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
49.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,660
Out-of-state: $8,570
Avg Net Price
$12,045
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$35,352
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
49.1% complete their degree within three years
Retention
64.8%
Transfer Out
15%
Teaching Quality
20:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
46.6%
$/Student
$6.4K
Class Size
Large
49.1% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,660
In-State
$8,570
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$6,000
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$18,497
After Financial Aid
$12,045
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$10,977
Receive Grants
32.2%
Take Loans
10.2%
The total cost of attendance runs about $18,497/yr, including $6,000 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $12,045.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Mineral Area College fund their education.
While in School
32.2%
Get Grants
Free money
10.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$25,075
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$111/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,500, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Mineral Area College.
Gender
60.4%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,592
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
53.3%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
14.9%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 60% of the student body. 53.3% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,592
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Mineral Area College fields 7 varsity teams with 263 student athletes, about 17% of the student body.
Division
Other
Association not listed by the survey
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
263
17% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
57% / 43%
151
Men
112
Women
5
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Mineral Area Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$35,352
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$25K
319 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
$35K
53 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$60K
43 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$49K
13 grads
4yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
—
12 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$76K
9 grads
4yr Earnings
Median earnings are $35K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.