UCM Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 63.80%. Moderately selective, indicating a less competitive admission process.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $10,050
- Out-of-State Tuition: $18,600
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at UCM:
- Total Enrollment: 12,857, including 1,512 online students
- 7,584 Undergraduate, 5,273 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 46% men, 54% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 54%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 23%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 74%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 178 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 23 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 49 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's.
UCM Overview
University of Central Missouri (UCM) is a four-year, public school located in Warrensburg, MO. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.
The UCM's tuition & fees is $10,050 for Missouri residents and $18,600 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 70% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $7,145.
The school has a total enrollment of 12,857 and the students to faculty ratio is 18 to 1 (5.56%).
UCM's acceptance rate is 63.80% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 28.62%.
UCM ranked 29th in Missouri Colleges rankings. University of Central Missouri is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of University of Central Missouri is $10,050 for in-state students and $18,600 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $10,296 for in-state students and $19,092 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $10,375 for Missouri residents and $19,156 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $10,650 for Missouri residents and $19,705 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $10,050 | $18,600 |
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| Graduate | $10,296 | $19,092 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $10,375 | $19,156 |
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| Graduate | $10,650 | $19,705 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
University of Central Missouri offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at UCM
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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