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University of Central Missouri

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Warrensburg, Missouri 64093

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Known for business — excellent value

University of Central Missouri is a public institution in Warrensburg with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1090, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 5.7K undergraduates with a 19:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

49% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $49,560 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $15,336.

Established
1871
Motto
Education for Service
Mascot
Mo the Mule
Type
Public university
Conference
Mid–America

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69%Acceptance
1090SAT Avg
5,653Students
19:1Student:Faculty
49%Grad Rate
$49,560Earnings 10yr
$15,336Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

University of Central Missouri Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate68.6%

ACT Score Range

Composite
1824

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

68.6%

Trend

SAT Avg

1090

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$9,739
Tuition (out-of-state)$18,064
Room & Board$10,206
Books & Supplies$1,250
Total Cost of Attendance$22,086
Average Net Price$15,336
Median Debt at Graduation$21,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$223

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$11,862
$30–48K$12,458
$48–75K$14,997
$75–110K$17,915
$110K+$18,752

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

63.8%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$15,750

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

38

Peer Average

37

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

8

Burglary

2

Aggravated Assault

1

Robbery

3

Motor Vehicle Theft

5

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

11

Drug Arrests

8

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (141)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

70%

Negative
  • •70% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
5,653
Gender Split
53% / 47%
Women / Men
First Generation
33%
Pell Grant Recipients
26%

Race & Ethnicity

White 76%
Black 9%
Hispanic 7%
Asian 1%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 2%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate49.4%
Freshman Retention70.4%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$41,593
10 Years$49,560

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Mules

BowlingSoccer

History & Fun Facts

  • •History The university was founded in 1871 as Normal School No.
  • •The name was changed to Central Missouri State Teachers College in 1919, Central Missouri State College in 1945 and Central Missouri State University in 1972.
  • •In 1965, the institution established a graduate school.
  • •In 2006, the name was changed to the University of Central Missouri.

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)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

MCI Kansas City64 mi
STL St Louis181 mi
OKC Oklahoma City315 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1212 mi · ~35h 1m drive
New York, NY1055 mi · ~30h 29m drive
Hartford, CT1127 mi · ~32h 33m drive
Providence, RI1192 mi · ~34h 26m drive
Albany, NY1078 mi · ~31h 9m drive
Syracuse, NY963 mi · ~27h 49m drive
Rochester, NY893 mi · ~25h 48m drive
Buffalo, NY826 mi · ~23h 52m drive
Philadelphia, PA994 mi · ~28h 43m drive
Pittsburgh, PA740 mi · ~21h 23m drive
Harrisburg, PA903 mi · ~26h 5m drive
Newark, NJ1046 mi · ~30h 13m drive
Washington, DC898 mi · ~25h 57m drive
Baltimore, MD919 mi · ~26h 33m drive
Atlanta, GA625 mi · ~18h 3m drive
Charlotte, NC751 mi · ~21h 42m drive
Raleigh, NC854 mi · ~24h 40m drive
Miami, FL1194 mi · ~34h 30m drive
Orlando, FL1000 mi · ~28h 53m drive
Tampa, FL989 mi · ~28h 34m drive
Nashville, TN421 mi · ~12h 10m drive
New Orleans, LA643 mi · ~18h 35m drive
Richmond, VA889 mi · ~25h 41m drive
Chicago, IL387 mi · ~11h 11m drive
Detroit, MI613 mi · ~17h 43m drive
Minneapolis, MN430 mi · ~12h 25m drive
St. Louis, MO191 mi · ~5h 31m drive
Kansas City, MO51 mi · ~1h 28m drive
Indianapolis, IN411 mi · ~11h 52m drive
Columbus, OH579 mi · ~16h 44m drive
Cleveland, OH663 mi · ~19h 9m drive
Milwaukee, WI424 mi · ~12h 15m drive
Dallas, TX447 mi · ~12h 55m drive
Houston, TX629 mi · ~18h 10m drive
Austin, TX629 mi · ~18h 10m drive
San Antonio, TX700 mi · ~20h 13m drive
Los Angeles, CA1396 mi · ~40h 20m drive
San Francisco, CA1551 mi · ~44h 48m drive
San Diego, CA1374 mi · ~39h 42m drive
Seattle, WA1554 mi · ~44h 54m drive
Portland, OR1545 mi · ~44h 38m drive
Denver, CO605 mi · ~17h 29m drive
Phoenix, AZ1085 mi · ~31h 21m drive
Salt Lake City, UT972 mi · ~28h 5m drive
Honolulu, HI3939 mi · ~113h 48m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Kansas City (MCI)64 miles
Rental car
96 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
128 min$77-128
St Louis (STL)181 miles
Rental car
272 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
362 min$217-362

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