Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Warrensburg, Missouri |
| Online | ucmo.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Rural Fringe |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Warrensburg, Missouri, approximately 50 miles southeast of Kansas City, the University of Central Missouri (UCM) occupies a 1,561-acre suburban campus. Founded in 1871 as a normal school, UCM has evolved into a comprehensive public university serving the midwest region. The university maintains a moderate admissions profile and offers more than 150 programs across four academic colleges, with particular strengths in aviation, criminal justice, education, and business. UCM's campus features a mix of historic and modern facilities, including Selmo Park, the university president's residence dating to 1866, and a state-of-the-art terminal and flight center at Max B. Swisher Skyhaven Airport, where aviation students complete their flight training. The majority of first-year students reside in one of the university's residence halls, and UCM competes in NCAA Division II athletics as the Mules and Jennies.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Central is rated within the lower 44% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of Central Missouri within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#710 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#245 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#13 in Best Colleges in Missouri
#6 in Best Public Colleges in Missouri
#19 in Best Value Colleges in Missouri
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| ACT | 19/25 |
| GPA | 3.68 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $30 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Missouri Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,250 |
| Other Fees | $1,414 |
| Room and Board | $10,206 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,608 |
| Total One Year Cost | $23,803 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,250 |
| Other Fees | $1,414 |
| Room and Board | $10,206 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,608 |
| Total One Year Cost | $32,128 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Education | 21% |
| Business | 17% |
| Health Professions | 8% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 8% |
| Engineering Technology | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=176965 IPEDS survey data for University of Central Missouri.
Current students may use the University of Central Missouri GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025