Chances of getting into University of Central Missouri
Acceptance Rate
How hard is it to get into Central and can I get accepted?
The acceptance rate at Central is 76%. It ranks #27 in Missouri for lowest rate of acceptance. University of Central Missouri is an easy school to get into with a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission requirements. Last year, 3,867 out of 5,103 applicants were admitted.
The school has moderate admission requirements, generally admitting students who can score in the top 56 percent on standardized admission tests. University of Central Missouri typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.68. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 30% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.
The Central application fee is $30 and applications are due by Apr 1.
Test Optional
Submission of SAT or ACT scores is recommended but not required for admission to University of Central Missouri. If you submit test scores, they will be considered with your application.
Central SAT Scores
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | N/A |
| SAT Math 25th | N/A |
| SAT Composite 25th | N/A |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | N/A |
| SAT Math 75th | N/A |
| SAT Composite 75th | N/A |
| Average SAT Score | N/A |
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Central ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 18 |
| ACT Math 25th | 18 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 19 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 24 |
| ACT Math 75th | 25 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 25 |
| Average ACT Score | 22
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ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Central?
University of Central Missouri is test optional. Students are not required to submit ACT scores with their application. The policy on ACT scores is "recommended".
Central regularly accepts students who score 19 and above on the ACT. These students typically score in the top 56 percent nationally. The ACT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 19-25.
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
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Central GPA
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
What GPA do you need to get into University of Central Missouri?
Applicants require very good grades in high school to get into Central. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at University of Central Missouri was 3.68 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #8 in Missouri for highest average GPA. If your high school grades are above the average 3.68 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Central accepts 76% of all applicants.
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GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022
High School Class Rank
72% of University of Central Missouri freshman were in the top half of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 16% |
| Top 25% of class | 40% |
| Top 50% of class | 72% |
Applying
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 3,043 | 2,060 | 5,103 |
| Accepted | 2,301 | 1,566 | 3,867 |
| Acceptance Rate | 76% | 76% | 76% |
| Enrolled | 631 | 527 | 1,158 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 27% | 34% | 30% |
Fall 2023 Application Deadline
Applications are Due
Days left to Apply
Applicants have 3 days left until the Fall 2023 term applications are due on Apr 1, 2023.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Central Missouri is $30.
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to University of Central Missouri and what student information is used for admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Recommended |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Recommended |
| Recommendations | Considered but not required |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | Yes |
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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.
FAQs
Does University of Central Missouri prefer SAT or ACT?
98% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into University of Central Missouri?
76% of those who apply are granted admission to Central. Admission competition is and the college has moderate admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for University of Central Missouri?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 19 and 25. 98% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.