Central Methodist University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Central Methodist University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: United Methodist
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Central Methodist University is a small private university located on a rural campus in Fayette, Missouri. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,247, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 87%. The university offers 31 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 0%, and a student-faculty ratio of 17:1. Tuition and fees for students are $6,480.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
4k
Students enrolled
62%
Online student enrollment
17:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
82%
Unknown
3%
Black
8%
Hispanic
3%
Two or more races
2%
Non-U.S. Citizen
0%
Asian
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
80% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
46
Total Online Enrollment
2,225
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.62% online, 38% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
0% On-campus
100% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
Associate100% online
Bachelor's100% online
Graduate Certificate100% online
Master's100% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $6,480 | $6,480 |
| Graduate | $6,030 | $6,030 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,600 |
| On-campus room and board | $undefined |
| On-campus other expenses | $undefined |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $8,140 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $5,610 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $5,610 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $28,438 | $8,080 |
| Off-campus without family | $21,830 | $21,830 |
| Off-campus with family | $13,690 | $13,690 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
80%
State Grant Aid
20%
Institution Grant Aid
0%
Pell Grant
80%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$18k
Average student debtafter graduation
$35k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
No information available for this school.
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 7 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. | |||
| 8 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 9 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 10 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 11 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 12 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 13 | Psychology. | |||
| 14 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 15 | Social Sciences. |
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