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Published: November, 2010

The city of Springfield, Missouri is the third largest in the state. With a population of 139,600, Springfield is known as "The Cultural Center of the Ozarks," and features an art museum and performing arts center. The median family income is $41,028, according to 2005 U.S. Census data.

Unemployment in the area has been below 4.5% for over 10 years, and Springfield's work force has grown more than 16% in that time. In 2004, Springfield accounted for more than a third of Missouri's total job growth. The healthcare industry employs much of Springfield's population, with 15% of the total workforce employed in this field. A number of well-known companies have large operations in Springfield, including:
  • Kraft Foods
  • 3M
  • Bass Pro Shops (headquarters)
  • O'Reilly Auto Parts (headquarters)
  • JP Morgan Chase
  • T-Mobile
  • Northrop Grumman

Springfield has received national recognition in a number of magazines and data agencies. It was listed by Inc. Magazine as a Top 25 City for Doing Business in America, by Entrepreneur Magazine as a Top 10 Hot City for Entrepreneurs, by Employment Review as a Top 10 Place to Live and Work, and by Ladies' Home Journal as one of the Top 30 Best Cities for Women.

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Schools in Springfield, Missouri: Degrees, Diplomas, & More

Everest College

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Leave that dead-end job behind with training from Everest College.

Campus Locations:
  • Springfield
Programs:
  • Bachelor - Computer Information Science
  • Bachelor - Paralegal
Bryan Colleges

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Take a step forward in your career with Bryan Colleges.

Campus Locations:
  • Springfield
Programs:
  • Exercise Specialist
  • Business Administration and Management
Performance Training Institute

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Get started on your career at Performance Training Institute.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Online Diploma in Medical Office and Administration with Billing and Coding
USC School of Social Work

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The USC School of Social Work’s MSW@USC offers the opportunity to earn a Master of Social Work degree through the Virtual Academic Center without relocating to Southern California.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Master of Social Work
Vatterott College

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Build the life you want with training from Vatterott.

Campus Locations:
  • Springfield
Programs:
  • Building Maintenance Mechanic
  • Legal Assistant
University of the Rockies

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Join the community of thought leaders at University of the Rockies.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • MA in Psychology, Mental Health Administration
  • Doctor of Psychology, Criminology and Justice Studies
University of Phoenix

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At University of Phoenix, we believe everyone deserves access to higher education.

Campus Locations:
  • Springfield
  • Online
Programs:
  • BS in Business/Public Sector
  • BS in Business/Service Sector
Everest University Online

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Manage your career and your life while earning your degree online.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Criminal Justice (Associate's)
  • Computer Information Science (Associate's)
DeVry University

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Career-focused education for real‐world results.

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Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Bachelor's - Business Administration - Human Resource Management
  • Bachelor's - Business Administration
Ashford University

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Earn the degree you've always wanted at Ashford University. Be empowered with resources to achieve your goals, including an innovative online classroom and a supportive environment. Ashford University is defining the modern college experience.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • MA/Organizational Management - No Specialization
  • BA/Sports and Recreation Management - Project Management