Auto body schools in Missouri

We found 6 schools offering auto body & collision repair training in Missouri, with campuses in Springfield, Linn, Kansas City, and Eolia and more. Auto body technicians in Missouri earn a median $60,540 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
6
Public colleges
5
Median pay in MO
$60,540

6 auto body & collision repair schools

School results

  1. Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City

    Kansas City, MO · Public

    • Auto body & collision repair
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +14

  2. Ozarks Technical Community College

    Springfield, MO · Public

    • Auto body & collision repair
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23

  3. Pike-Lincoln Technical Center

    Eolia, MO · Public

    • Auto body & collision repair
    • Welding
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)

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  5. Ranken Technical College

    Saint Louis, MO · Private

    • Auto body & collision repair
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +6

  6. Southern Missouri Technical Institute

    West Plains, MO · Public

    • Auto body & collision repair
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +2

  7. State Technical College of Missouri

    Linn, MO · Public

    • Auto body & collision repair
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +16

What auto body technicians earn in Missouri

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Auto body technician salary in MissouriHow to become an auto body technician

Median pay
$60,540
$29.11 an hour
Typical range
$36,240–$81,630
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in MO
4,350
Job growth, 2025–35
+3.7%
12,600 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

How many auto body & collision repair schools are in Missouri?

We list 6 schools in Missouri with auto body & collision repair programs: 5 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Campuses are in Springfield, Linn, Kansas City, Eolia, and Saint Louis.

Are there community college auto body & collision repair programs in Missouri?

Yes. 5 public colleges in Missouri offer auto body & collision repair. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does auto body & collision repair school cost in Missouri?

Among the 6 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $6,936 to $22,260. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do auto body technicians make in Missouri?

The median pay for auto body technicians in Missouri is $60,540 a year, and most earn between $36,240 and $81,630, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a auto body & collision repair school in Missouri?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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