
Central provides a variety of degree programs for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Warrensburg, Missouri and publically funded. Enrollment at Central exceeds eleven thousand per year.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs Central offers:
- Education
- Security And Protective Services
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Business And Marketing Studies
The admissions process will include the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. Most students at Central scored within the range of 19 - 24 on the ACT exam. University of Central Missouri admits approximately 80% of applicants annually. Of those students accepted, nearly 48% of students registered for enrollment. More information from the admissions office can be found at ucmo.edu.
The cost of tuition varies for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay approximately $8,600, while out-of-state residents pay $15,000 annually. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is estimated to be $5,100. Students enrolled at Central may be eligible for aid which is generally loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
Athletic programs are available at University of Central Missouri through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Athletic programs that are available may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
Students may take a look at the school's digital offerings at ucmo.edu to view additional information about the university.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the candidates Central accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at University of Central Missouri is around 14,000 students. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 12% enrolling as graduate students and 69% as undergraduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $13,600. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $30 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- In-State: $6,400-$7,700
- Out-of-State: $13,000-$15,470
- Charges per unit:
- In-State: $240-$290 per unit
- Out-of-State: $460-$550 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 94% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 86% | $4,951 |
Receiving Student Loans | 69% | $6,641 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, University of Central Missouri may provide student services like:- Online classes
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Work study style employment
- Employment search assistance
- Child care
Graduation Rates
Central has an overall graduation rate which is around 54%.
Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
---|---|
Students Graduating in 4 Years | 30% |
Graduating in 5 Years | 20% |
Graduating in 6 Years | 4% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Dietetics Program
- English Language Program
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- Theatre Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
University of Central Missouri is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II (with football) classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc)
- Basketball (Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc)
- Track and Field (Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc)
- Football (Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
- Bowling
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

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(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Agricultural Business (B)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, M)
- Biochemistry (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Accounting (B, M)
- Finance (B)
- Construction Management (B)
- Fashion Merchandising (B)
- Hospitality Administration and Management (B)
- Risk Management and Insurance (B)
- Entrepreneurship (B)
- Tourism and Travel Services Management
Communication Technology
- Printing Management (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Public Relations (B)
- Communications (B, M)
- Radio and Television (B)
- Journalism
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B, M)
- Information Technology (M)
- Computer (B)
Education
- Elementary Education (B, M)
- Teacher Education, Multiple Levels (M)
- Educational and Instructional Media Design (C, M)
- Special Education (B, M)
- Higher Education Administration (M)
- Early Childhood Education (B)
- Secondary School Administration (C, M)
- Elementary and Middle School Administration (C, M)
- Secondary Education (B, M)
- Teacher and Professional Development (M)
- Middle School Teacher (B)
- Art Teacher Education (B)
- Music Teacher Education (B)
- Social Studies Teacher Education (B)
- Reading Teacher and Literacy Specialist (M)
- English and Language Arts Teacher Education (B)
- Business Teacher Education (B)
- Mathematics Teacher Education (B)
- Superintendency and Educational System Administration (C)
- Teacher Education and Professional Development (M)
- Trade and Industrial Teacher Education (B)
- ESL (C, M)
- Biology Teacher Education (B)
- Technology Teacher Education Teacher Education (B, M)
- Guidance Counselor (C)
- Science Teacher (B)
- Curriculum and Instruction
- Agricultural Teacher Education
- Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher Education
- French Language Teacher Education
- Physics Teacher Education
- Spanish Language Teacher Education
- Teaching English or French As a Second Language
Engineering
Engineering Technology
- Quality Control and Safety Technologies (B)
- Engineering Technology (B, C)
- Occupational Safety and Health Technology (B, C, M)
- Cad Drafting (B)
- Electrical and Communications Engineering Technology (B)
- Automotive Engineering (B)
- Industrial Technology (B, M)
- Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies (C)
- Industrial Safety Technology (M)
- Aerospace and Aeronautical Engineering (B)
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- Women's Studies (B, C)
Family and Consumer Sciences
Foreign Languages and Literature
- Foreign Languages and Literatures (B)
- Linguistics (M)
- Chinese Language and Literature (B)
- French Language and Literature
- Spanish Language and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
- Family Practice Nurse (M)
- Health Services (B)
- Audiology and Speech Pathology (M)
- Speech and Language Pathology (B)
- Dietetics (B)
- Athletic Training (B)
- Medical Technology (B)
History
- History (B, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Library Science
- Library Science, Librarianship (C, M)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, M)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Environmental Studies (M)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Physical Sciences
Psychology
- Psychology (B, M)
- Counseling Psychology (M)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Sports Management (B, M)
- Parks and Recreation
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
- Economics (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Sociology (B, M)
- Cartography and GIS (C)
- Geography
Transportation and Materials Moving
- Aviation and Airway Management (B, M)
- Commercial Airline Pilot (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Commercial and Advertising Art (B)
- Music (B, M)
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B)
- Photography (B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B, M)
- Interior Design (B)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to University of Central Missouri.
- University of Missouri - Kansas City in Kansas City, MO (52 miles away)
- University of Missouri - Columbia in Columbia, MO (76 miles away)
- Lincoln University - Jefferson City in Jefferson City, MO (84 miles away)
- Haskell Indian Nations University in Lawrence, KS (84 miles away)
- University of Kansas in Lawrence, KS (85 miles away)
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