State Fair Community College has reported a 6 percent increase in enrollment for the fall 2025 semester. The student headcount at SFCC now stands at 4,502, up 260 students from fall 2024.
The increase in enrollment also reflects growth in student credit hours. SFCC reported a total of 43,473.5 credit hours, marking an 8.4 percent increase over last year. The Clinton campus reported a 14 percent increase in credit hours (1,806 in fall 2025 compared to 1,585 in fall 2024), and Jefferson City saw an 8.5 percent increase (306 compared to 282).
“This growth demonstrates the confidence students have in SFCC’s academic quality, affordability and supportive environment,” said Dr. Brent Bates, SFCC president. “We’re proud to see more students choosing SFCC to begin or continue their higher education journey.”
SFCC saw a 16 percent increase in first-time freshmen compared to fall 2024, bringing enrollment in that group to 1,175 students. 84 percent of all students are traditional students entering directly from high school, and first-generation students make up 62 percent of first-time freshmen.
Online learning also continues to rise, with an 8 percent increase in online enrollment, a 12 percent increase in credit hours and a 15 percent increase in students taking both online and on-campus classes. Additionally, SFCC’s rate of increase for student credit hours exceeds the national average benchmark.
Along with enrollment growth, SFCC continues to expand its academic and athletic offerings. The college’s dental hygiene program is completing an expansion into a new location on campus, increasing the program’s enrollment capacity.
SFCC also recently announced a strategic alliance with MMTH (pronounced “Mammoth”), a team of sports specialists that will provide facility planning, construction, branding and operational support as the college builds its new outdoor athletic complex.
Enrollment for the spring 2026 semester begins Nov. 3. Prospective students can apply for admission and learn more at www.sfccmo.edu.
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