Best Online Engineering Programs in Sedalia, MO (2026)

Sedalia, Missouri has a population of about 21,869. The city’s median household income is $50,668 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 17.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 14 accredited schools offering engineering programs near Sedalia, with tuition ranging from $4,104 to $34,291 per year for indexed programs. In Missouri, the top-earning engineering-related role is Architectural and Engineering Manager at a median $153,670 annually (BLS, May 2024).

Closest Engineering Schools to Sedalia

The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 14 schools in our directory that offer engineering programs near Sedalia. Distances are calculated from Sedalia city center.

Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Missouri schools on the Missouri engineering page.

Engineering Wages Near Sedalia

Source: BLS, May 2024 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes wage data at the metro (MSA) and state level – not by individual city.

Sedalia at a Glance

Other Sedalia-Area Cities With Engineering Programs

• Warrensburg, MO – 26.9 mi away (22,227 pop)
• Columbia, MO – 51.7 mi away (138,675 pop)
• Jefferson City, MO – 57.9 mi away (58,439 pop)
• Blue Springs, MO – 59.7 mi away (54,431 pop)
• Lees Summit, MO – 63.5 mi away (89,467 pop)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many accredited engineering schools are near Sedalia, MO?

Our directory has 14 accredited schools offering engineering programs near Sedalia. The closest is State Fair Community College in Sedalia, MO (1.9 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City (77.1 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.

What are the highest-paying engineering roles in Missouri?

Based on BLS May 2024 state wage data, the top-paying engineering-related roles in Missouri are: Architectural and Engineering Manager ($153,670), Aerospace Engineer ($112,220), Electrical Engineer ($106,100). Wages for Sedalia workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.

Should I look at programs in Warrensburg instead of Sedalia?

Warrensburg, MO is 26.9 miles from Sedalia and has its own set of local engineering programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.

Is Sedalia an affordable place to study engineering?

Sedalia’s median household income of $50,668 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Sedalia while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Missouri public universities often offer reduced in-state online tuition.

How do I verify a program is accredited?

Confirm institutional accreditation via the U.S. Department of Education database (U.S. Dept. of Education database), and check for any program-specific accreditation listed by the school.

Related Resources

• Online Engineering Programs in Missouri
• Main Engineering Degree Guide
• Engineering Programs by State

Data verified: May 5, 2026. Salary, employment, and tuition figures on this page are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS May 2024; Employment Projections 2024–2034) and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2023 cohort). The source agency and data year are cited inline with every statistic.