Springfield Colleges, Universities, Trade and Vocational Schools

University of Phoenix
Springfield, Missouri

Founded in 1976, University of Phoenix is dedicated to meeting the needs of working students. Now the largest private university in North America, we offer conveniently located campuses and learning centers as well as a flexible online learning format.

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Liberal Arts, Media, Medical Administration, Medicine, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Doctorate, Master

Everest College
Springfield, Missouri

Offers certificate programs, degree programs, and courses in 11 U.S. states with more than 35 locations. Online programs are also available.

• Programs: Beauty And Cosmetology, Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Construction Trades, Engineering Technician, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Law, Liberal Arts, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Office And Administration, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Coursework, Diploma

Vatterott College
Springfield, Missouri

Offers diploma and degree programs in health care, business, computer science, and technical fields. Located in several campus locations across the Midwest

• Programs: Beauty And Cosmetology, Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Construction Trades, Design, Engineering Technician, Law, Mechanics And Repair, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Photography And Commercial Art, Production Trades, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Certificate, Diploma

Baptist Bible College and Graduate School
628 E Kearney
Springfield, Missouri 65803-3498

• Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: religion, religious studies, missionary studies, elementary school teaching, diversity studies, music teaching, pastoral counseling, business management.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 636 students, 544 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 706 student capacity.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

Missouri College of Cosmetology North
2555 W Kearney
Springfield, Missouri 65803

• Programs: cosmetology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 179 students, 178 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available.

Ozarks Technical Community College
1001 E. Chestnut Expressway
Springfield, Missouri 65802

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and humanities, licensed practical nurse, industrial production tech, business management, printing equipment operation, dental assistant, child care provider, heavy equipment maintenance tech.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
• Student Body: 10,250 students, 6,796 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services.

Assemblies of God Theological Seminary
1435 N Glenstone Ave
Springfield, Missouri 65802-2131

• Programs: theology and religious vocations, theology, ministry, pastoral counseling and ministries, missionary studies, bible studies.
• Degrees/Certificates: Master's.
• Student Body: 476 students, 318 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Distance learning.
• Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services. Study abroad option.

Central Bible College
3000 N Grant Ave
Springfield, Missouri 65803-1033

• Programs: theological and ministerial studies, missionary studies, bible studies, religious music, religious education, theology and religious vocations.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 673 students, 440 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 663 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 400-620. Math: 400-600. Writing: 400-600.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

Cox College
1423 N Jefferson
Springfield, Missouri 65802

• Programs: registered nursing, medical transcription, various nursing, medical records tech.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 460 students, 358 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 21 student capacity.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. On-campus daycare. Remedial services.

CoxHealth School of Diagnostic Medical Sonography
1423 N Jefferson Ave
Springfield, Missouri 65802-1988

• Programs: sonography and ultrasound tech.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 7 students, 14 full-time equivalent.

CoxHealth School of Radiologic Technology
1423 N Jefferson Ave
Springfield, Missouri 65802-1988

• Programs: radiographer.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 46 students, 67 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.

Drury University
900 N.Benton
Springfield, Missouri 65802-3791

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: psychology, business management, criminal justice and administration, curriculum and instruction, general studies, biology, elementary school teaching, English.
• Degrees/Certificates: Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 4,978 students, 4,095 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 938 student capacity.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Evangel University
1111 N Glenstone
Springfield, Missouri 65802

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: religion, business management, psychology, elementary school teaching, digital communications, biology, social work, physical education teaching.
• Degrees/Certificates: Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 1,657 students, 1,538 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 1,496 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 450-610. Math: 440-570. Writing: 460-590.
• Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Forest Institute of Professional Psychology
2885 W Battlefield Rd
Springfield, Missouri 65807

• Programs: clinical psychology, marriage and family therapy, counseling psychology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Master's.
• Student Body: 221 students, 167 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 24 student capacity.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
• Notable: Career counseling.

Lester E Cox Medical Center-School of Medical Technology
3801 S National Ave
Springfield, Missouri 65807-5210

• Programs: clinical lab tech.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 7 students, 7 full-time equivalent.

Missouri State University
901 S National
Springfield, Missouri 65897

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, accounting, psychology, elementary school teaching, marketing, finance, business, hospitality management.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 19,348 students, 15,920 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 4,000 student capacity.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

St John's Regional Health Center-School of Radiologic Technology
1235 E Cherokee St
Springfield, Missouri 65804

• Programs: radiographer.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 29 students, 44 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling.