University of Central Missouri
Founded in 1871 as a teaching school, the University of Central Missouri is a 4-year public university with two campus locations. UCM confers bachelor’s degrees in over 150 academic programs. For students looking to spend part of their college tenure in another culture, UCM features study abroad programs in over 60 countries including New Zealand and France. Outside of the classroom, UCM fields 15 men’s and women’s athletic teams known as the Mules and Jennies.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Important Deadlines
Admitted Student Stats
83%
Submitting ACT
Average ACT Composite: 22
Average SAT Composite: 1120
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
11,637
Total Number of Undergrads
7,345
Classroom Sizes
0
100
31%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
51%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
19:1
US National: 21:1Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $9,735 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $18,060 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $10,206 |
| Books and Supplies | $1250 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
59%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
27%
Average Aid Per Year
$6,517
27%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$2,221
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$3,666
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
49%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$7,295
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$15,975
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$210
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
225
Size of Town
Suburb or town
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Housing
0
100
33%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
MO Mule
School Colors
cardinal and black
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Mid-America Intercollegiate Ath Assoc
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Kansas City
Saint Louis
Chicago
Tulsa
Omaha
Employed
6 mos. after graduation
97%
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$42,600
What Students Are Saying
UCM is a great family oriented school. All the faculty and staff work well with others and students. There are many great opportunities available here at UCM.
Jennifer from Warrensburg, MO
this is a great school to attend. there are small classroom sizes and teachers who really care. this is an awesome place to make friends for life.
katie from Saint Louis, MO
UCM is the best of both worlds. You get the small town feel and the feeling of a big campus all at once. The people are friendly, the classes and teachers are personal, and everyone is always more than willing to help.
Jenny from Olathe, KS
it is a great place to live and to study. i have met lifelong friends here after only one semester. i could not imagine a better school for me.
Ryan from Shawnee, KS
Took a campus visit a while back and it is just breathtaking. Very suitable if you dont want a very crouded campus and a bunch of people to deal with!
Austin from Blue Springs, MO
At the University of Central Missouri has a friendly atmosphere. Everyone as soon as you step foot on the the campus you are already great with a friendly hello and people eager to assist you with anything you need. Here you are apart of a community that excepts you for who are and can challenge you the pursue your career.
Esaias from Warrensburg, MO
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