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University of Central Missouri

Warrensburg, Missouri

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Overview

Enrollment

11,637
University of Central Missouri overview
Location Warrensburg, Missouri
Online ucmo.edu
School Type Public 4 Year
Setting Rural Fringe
University of Central Missouri overview
Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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Located in Warrensburg, Missouri, approximately 50 miles southeast of Kansas City, the University of Central Missouri (UCM) occupies a 1,561-acre suburban campus. Founded in 1871 as a normal school, UCM has evolved into a comprehensive public university serving the midwest region. The university maintains a moderate admissions profile and offers more than 150 programs across four academic colleges, with particular strengths in aviation, criminal justice, education, and business. UCM's campus features a mix of historic and modern facilities, including Selmo Park, the university president's residence dating to 1866, and a state-of-the-art terminal and flight center at Max B. Swisher Skyhaven Airport, where aviation students complete their flight training. The majority of first-year students reside in one of the university's residence halls, and UCM competes in NCAA Division II athletics as the Mules and Jennies.

Ratings

5/10

Overall

5/10

Academics

4/10

Resources

5/10

Outcomes

3/10

Value

Central is rated within the lower 44% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

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Admission Standards

Moderate
University of Central Missouri overview
ACT 19/25
GPA 3.68

Applications Accepted

71.3% 
University of Central Missouri overview
Applications Due -
Applicant Competition Low
Application Fee $30

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Annual Cost to Attend

Missouri Resident Tuition

$8,040
In State Costs for University of Central Missouri
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,250
Other Fees$1,373
Room and Board $9,699
Budget for Other Expenses$2,556
Total One Year Cost$22,918

Out of State Resident Tuition

$16,080
Out of State Costs for University of Central Missouri
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,250
Other Fees$1,373
Room and Board $9,699
Budget for Other Expenses$2,556
Total One Year Cost$30,958

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$41,500 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

50% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by University of Central Missouri students
Subject Percent of Class
Education 21%
Business 17%
Health Professions 8%
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting 8%
Engineering Technology 8%

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Last updated February 24, 2024