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About University of Central Missouri

midwest public universitymasters level programseducation and nursing focusaccessible admissionsprofessional programs emphasis

University of Central Missouri is a public university in Warrensburg, MO, known for its masters level programs, education and nursing focus, and accessible admissions. With an acceptance rate of 71%, UCM is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,028 students each year. UCM is test optional; submitting a strong score can strengthen an application, though it is not required for consideration. UCM offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $6,420 per year; the sticker price of $29,936 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University of Central Missouri acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

71%
Overall Accept Rate
2.00
Typical Admitted GPA
21
Median Admitted ACT

Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University of Central Missouri

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Application Strategy
UCM has strong aviation, criminal justice, and career and technical education programs that set it apart from other Missouri regional universities, so if one of those fields matches your goals, name the specific program in your application to show you have done your research.
Essay Strategy
UCM puts very little weight on essays in their review process, so spend the bulk of your application energy on your GPA, your course rigor, and making sure your activities list is complete rather than agonizing over multiple essay drafts.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What University of Central Missouri actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$30k/yr$11.0k
30k-48k~$30k/yr$12.3k
48k-75k~$30k/yr$13.4k
75k-110k~$30k/yr$16.9k
110k+~$30k/yr$18.5k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

49%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$42k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
6,348
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

74%White
9%Black / African American
7%Hispanic
5%Two or More Races
2%International
1%Asian
1%Unknown / Unreported
1%American Indian / AK Native
0%Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
Gender47% Men · 53% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status98% Citizens and Immigrants · 2% International
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