4 schools · Missouri
Carpentry schools in Missouri
4 schools in Missouri offer carpentry programs (3 of them public), with 4 certificate and 3 associate programs between them.
All carpentry programs in Missouri
Sorted by earnings one year after graduation. Click a heading to sort; tuition is the school's yearly tuition and fees (2025-26), in-state for public schools.
| School | Type | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt | School tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ranken Technical CollegeSaint Louis, MO | Nonprofit trade school | Associate degree | 19 | n/a | $48,574 | $12,000 | $18,670 |
| East Central CollegeUnion, MO | Community college | Certificate | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $4,392 |
| East Central CollegeUnion, MO | Community college | Associate degree | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $4,392 |
| Grand River Technical SchoolChillicothe, MO | Public technical school | Certificate | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $7,500 |
| Mineral Area CollegePark Hills, MO | Community college | Certificate | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $5,960 |
| Mineral Area CollegePark Hills, MO | Community college | Associate degree | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $5,960 |
| Ranken Technical CollegeSaint Louis, MO | Nonprofit trade school | Certificate | 14 | n/a | n/a | $9,975 | $18,670 |
Cities with the most programs: Saint Louis (1), Union (1), Chillicothe (1), Park Hills (1).
What counts: carpentry.
Frequently asked questions
How many carpentry schools are in Missouri?
4 schools in Missouri awarded carpentry certificates or associate degrees recently, according to the U.S. Department of Education: 4 certificate and 3 associate programs.
What is the cheapest carpentry school in Missouri?
By yearly tuition and fees, East Central College in Union charges $4,392 (2025-26, in-state). Program fees, tools and licensing exams can add to that, so ask the school.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.