Is University of Central Missouri worth it?
University of Central Missouri is a public, four-year institution in Warrensburg, Missouri (small town). It awarded 3,843 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in computer science, elementary education and teaching and industrial technology.
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Federal context for University of Central Missouri
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Median earnings 1 year after
$41,386
Median earnings 4 years after
$54,054
Median earnings 10 years after
$49,560
Average net price
$14,462
Completion rate
54%
Completions (2024)
3,843
Years to pay back
1.1 years
Students (undergrad)
5,648
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $34,392 | $38,807 | 219 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $70,840 | $80,542 | 205 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $37,221 | $52,875 | 158 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Bachelor's | $36,845 | $51,897 | 112 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Master's | $43,502 | $45,860 | 97 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $43,320 | $50,774 | 77 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | Master's | $51,420 | $57,406 | 72 |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians | Bachelor's | $67,263 | $84,738 | 72 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $34,102 | $48,112 | 72 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | $67,040 | $90,822 | 68 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Bachelor's | $33,198 | $40,486 | 66 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Master's | $97,970 | $121,342 | 65 |
| Research and Experimental Psychology | Bachelor's | $34,822 | $47,390 | 63 |
| Design and Applied Arts | Bachelor's | $33,921 | $42,778 | 62 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $42,588 | $58,736 | 61 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | Master's | 1,146 |
| Information Technology | Master's | 170 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | Bachelor's | 99 |
| Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration | Bachelor's | 98 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 97 |
| Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst | Master's | 92 |
| Industrial Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 84 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other | Bachelor's | 84 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | 76 |
| Industrial Technology/Technician | Master's | 74 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Services | 25% | 8,086 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 16% | 4,997 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 15% | 4,837 |
| Retail Trade | 7% | 2,171 |
| Public Administration | 5% | 1,661 |
| Manufacturing | 5% | 1,550 |
| Finance and Insurance | 5% | 1,544 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 4% | 1,343 |
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Sources: federal figures for University of Central Missouri. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Missouri. Counts under 10 are not published.
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