Veterinary Assistant Schools in Columbia, MO

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare veterinary assistant programs in Columbia, Missouri. This guide helps you compare options in your area and understand common questions to ask schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Veterinary Assistant Schools Near Columbia, MO

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#1

Concorde Career College-Kansas City

Kansas City, MO In-state option BOC Score 51.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 19
  • Annual completions: 710
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Avila University

Kansas City, MO In-state option BOC Score 53.3
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $42,000
  • Out-of-state tuition: $42,000
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 88%
  • Graduation rate: 47%
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 25
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Mission University

Springfield, MO In-state option BOC Score 27.8
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $16,950
  • Out-of-state tuition: $16,950
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 41%
  • Programs offered: 1
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

House of Heavilin Beauty College-Blue Springs

Blue Springs, MO In-state option BOC Score 43.7
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 75%
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 197

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Cox College

Springfield, MO In-state option BOC Score 74.1
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $14,822
  • Out-of-state tuition: $14,822
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 100%
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 76
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Calvary University

Kansas City, MO In-state option BOC Score 36.7
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $14,094
  • Out-of-state tuition: $14,094
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 72%
  • Graduation rate: 52%
  • Programs offered: 1
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center

Cape Girardeau, MO In-state option BOC Score 59.8
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  • 1080 S. Silver Springs Rd. Cape Girardeau, MO 63703-7511
  • (573) 334-0826
Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 77%
  • Programs offered: 34
  • Annual completions: 164

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Fayette, MO In-state option BOC Score 31.0
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $28,260
  • Out-of-state tuition: $28,260
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 57%
  • Graduation rate: 52%
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 60

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

University of Central Missouri

Warrensburg, MO In-state option BOC Score 54.8
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $10,050
  • Out-of-state tuition: $18,600
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 64%
  • Graduation rate: 52%
  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 1,279
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Grand River Technical School

Chillicothe, MO In-state option BOC Score 74.7
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 88%
  • Graduation rate: 89%
  • Programs offered: 14
  • Annual completions: 67

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Missouri Veterinary Assistant Salary Snapshot

Missouri
Missouri Median Pay $36,660 $17.62 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $38,150 $18.34 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 31-9096 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • AVA credential preparation included
  • Clinical hours in veterinary hospital or clinic settings
  • Animal restraint, vital signs, and specimen collection skills
  • Surgical prep and post-operative care training
  • State regulations on veterinary assistant scope of work

Next Steps

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Career Overview

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