State Fair Community College

Overview

State Fair Community College (SFCC), located in Sedalia, Missouri, provides a diverse range of educational programs within a rural campus setting. Established in 1966, SFCC has expanded to multiple campuses but has its primary footprint in Sedalia, roughly 90 miles east of Kansas City. Academically, the college is known for a breadth of associate degrees and certificate programs, with particular emphasis on fields like Health Sciences, Business and Technology, and a range of Technical and Skilled Trades. The college exhibits an open admission policy, making higher education accessible to a broad applicant pool. Student housing is available on the Sedalia campus, offering a combination of apartment-style and suite-style accommodations for those seeking an on-campus living experience. While SFCC does support student athletic endeavors with teams competing under the Roadrunners moniker, it is primarily focused on an educational mission that emphasizes workforce readiness and transfer opportunities to four-year institutions.

State Fair Community College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  1,798 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,926 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $4,392 plus fees of $720.