UCM is consistently ranked as a top university by U.S. News & World Report and The Princeton Review, and our top-ranked academic programs are nationally recognized.

With costs lower than the Missouri and national average, UCM believes everyone deserves affordable access to a high-quality education. An impressive 94% of UCM undergraduates …

Founded in 1871, the University of Central Missouri is one of the oldest universities in the state. It opened its doors with only 30 students and is now home to more than 10,500 students who …

For over 150 years, students have chosen UCM to learn, live and lead in Missouri, and around the world. The tradition of "Education for Service" has gone unchanged on our campus since its …

The University of Central Missouri offers more than 150 cutting-edge majors that are relevant to today’s job market.

3 days ago · Central Missouri has provided more than a century of service, having been founded in 1871 as the State Normal School for the Second Normal District of Missouri.

UCM is centrally located in Missouri, just 45 minutes from Kansas City. Schedule a visit today and explore our beautiful campuses in Warrensburg and Lee's Summit.

The University of Central Missouri delivers more than 150 innovative academic programs at the undergraduate and graduate level. No matter which program of study you select at UCM, you’ll …

Dec 29, 2025 · High School Students: Students admitted to UCM are expected to have completed a 24-unit Missouri core curriculum requirement, have a minimum 2.00 high school grade point …

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