St. Joseph Colleges

Vatterott College
St. Joseph, Missouri

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

• Programs: Computer Networking, Health and Human Services, Information Technology, Management and Administration, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing, Personal, Science Technologies
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Diploma

Hillyard Technical Center
3434 Faraon St
Saint Joseph, Missouri 64506-5102

• Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: licensed practical nurse, radiation therapist, surgical tech, general office occupations, HVAC, computer systems tech, automobile mechanics, medical transcription.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
• Student Body: 122 students, 115 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Missouri Western State University
4525 Downs Dr
Saint Joseph, Missouri 64507

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: criminal justice and safety, registered nursing, elementary school teaching, business management, parks and recreation management, health and physical education, accounting, psychology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 5,248 students, 4,384 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 1,400 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.