What community colleges are available in St. Louis, MO?

I'm thinking about starting my college journey at a community college in St. Louis, Missouri. Can anyone share information on the colleges in this area and their notable programs?

Sure, there are several excellent community colleges in the St. Louis, Missouri area.

1. St. Louis Community College: This is one of the largest community colleges in Missouri with multiple campuses around the area, including Florissant Valley, Forest Park, Meramec and Wildwood campuses. They provide over 100 programs covering a broad range of disciplines from nursing to biotechnology and graphic communications.

2. East Central College: While not directly in St. Louis, East Central College in Union, MO is a nearby option. Their Nursing and Allied Health department is particularly notable as it offers degree programs in fields such as occupational therapy assisting and nursing.

3. Jefferson College: Located in nearby Hillsboro, Jefferson College offers a variety of Associate Degree programs, including some standouts in Biomedical Electronics Technology and Automotive Technology.

4. Lewis and Clark Community College: Although it's a little bit of a drive from St. Louis, Lewis and Clark Community College in Godfrey, Illinois, also offers a strong selection of Associate Degree programs. Their Dental Hygiene and Process Operations Technology programs are particularly renowned.

5. Southwestern Illinois College: Just over the Mississippi River in Belleville, Illinois, boasts strong degree programs including Aviation Maintenance Technology and Industrial Technology.

It's good to remember that all these colleges offer general education credits that can be transferred to four-year institutions, which can be a cost-effective way to start your bachelor's degree. You should look into articulation agreements these community colleges have with four-year institutions, to ensure your credits will transfer smoothly.