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University of Central Missouri

Warrensburg, Missouri · Public

78%acceptance rate
968–1180SAT middle 50%
17–24ACT middle 50%
$15,728average net price, in-state

University of Central Missouri admitted 78% of 6,087 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 968–1180 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 49% of students graduate within six years.

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Application deadlines

University of Central Missouri’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:

Regular decision
Rolling admission

The application fee is $30 ($75 for international applicants), and University of Central Missouri accepts the Common App fee waiver.

Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check University of Central Missouri’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.

Early decision and early action

University of Central Missouri doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How University of Central Missouri rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • Course rigor
  • GPA

Important

  • Test scores

Considered

  • Class rank
  • Recommendations

Not considered

  • Essay
  • Interview
  • Activities
  • Talent or ability
  • Character
  • First generation
  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Religion
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience
  • Showing interest

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.54 GPA. 14% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.

  • 4.025%
  • 3.75–3.9918%
  • 3.50–3.7418%
  • 3.25–3.4913%
  • 3.00–3.2412%
  • 2.50–2.9912%
  • 2.00–2.492%
  • Under 2.00%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $23,803 in-state and $32,128 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $15,728 on average (in-state).

Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:

  • $0–30k$11,862
  • $30–48k$12,458
  • $48–75k$14,997
  • $75–110k$17,915
  • $110k+$18,752

Quick answers

What is University of Central Missouri’s acceptance rate?

University of Central Missouri admitted 78% of applicants: 4,762 of 6,087 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).

When is University of Central Missouri’s application deadline?

University of Central Missouri uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.

What SAT score do you need for University of Central Missouri?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 968 to 1180, with a median around 1065. A score at or above 1065 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

How much is University of Central Missouri’s application fee?

The application fee is $30 ($75 for international applicants) for 2026–27, and University of Central Missouri accepts the Common App fee waiver.

Does University of Central Missouri have supplemental essays?

No. University of Central Missouri doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.

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