Bolivar Technical College ★ Hidden gem
Bolivar, Missouri · Private, nonprofit · 144 undergraduates
All 2 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical Missouri high-school graduate (about $34,809/yr). Another 3 programs did not have enough data to judge.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate's Degree | $50,572 | +$15,763 | clears the bar | $19,534 | 1.2 yrs |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $50,583 | +$15,774 | clears the bar | $15,000 | 1 yr |
Access and outcomes: 65% of students receive Pell grants · 92% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.