Washington University in St Louis and University of Central Missouri are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. WUSTL is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in St. Louis, MO and UCM is a four-year, public school located in Warrensburg, MO.
The following list compares two colleges briefly in important perspectives. You can compare them with comprehensive information on full comparison page.
| Washington University in St Louis | vs. | University of Central Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| St. Louis, Missouri | Location | Warrensburg, Missouri |
| Four-year, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (very high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Master's College and University (larger programs) |
| $65,790 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$10,050
Out-Of-State$18,600 |
| 46% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 70% |
| $55,678 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $7,145 |
| 12.06 % | Acceptance Rates | 63.80 % |
| 46.75 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 28.62 % |
| 1,540 | SAT Score | - |
| 34 | ACT Score | 20 |
| 94 % | Graduation Rate | 54 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | 23 % |
| 95 % | Retention Rate | 74 % |
| 16,357 | Student Population | 12,857 |
| 1,895 | Number of Faculties | 381 |
| 7 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 18 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |