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Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

CMU - CLAS

Fayette, Missouri 65248-1198

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Known for health sciences — close-knit campus

Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is a private institution in Fayette with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1090, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 1K undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.

53% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $48,991 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $25,477.

Established
1867
Motto
δωρεὰν ἐλάβετε, δωρεὰν δότε
Type
Private university
Conference
NCAA Division III
Division
Division III

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88%Acceptance
1090SAT Avg
1,015Students
11:1Student:Faculty
53%Grad Rate
$48,991Earnings 10yr
$25,477Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Launches New Data Science Minor

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

Admissions

Acceptance Rate87.9%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1090

Reading & WritingMid: 501
488553
MathMid: 513
553585

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 21
1924

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

87.9%

Trend

SAT Avg

1090

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$27,140
Room & Board$8,910
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$43,890
Average Net Price$25,477
Median Debt at Graduation$17,619
Monthly Payment (10yr)$187

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$22,570
$30–48K$24,407
$48–75K$24,195
$75–110K$28,138
$110K+$28,601

Financial Intel

Avg Net Price

$25,477

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

36.1%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$13,292

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

6

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Programs (64)

Student Life

Student Body

Undergrads
1,015
Gender Split
54% / 46%
Women / Men
First Generation
44%
Pell Grant Recipients
37%

Race & Ethnicity

White 64%
Black 12%
Hispanic 8%
Asian 1%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 8%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate52.5%
Freshman Retention64.7%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$43,860
8 Years$46,676
10 Years$48,991

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$35,200
Men
$45,900

Rankings

U.S. News
#83
Washington Monthly
#57

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Rangers and

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History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

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