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About UCM
The University of Central Missouri is an innovative school that offers a high-quality education while remaining one of the most affordable universities in the country.Here, your education extends beyond books to include service-learning projects, study abroad opportunities and real-world experiences. Fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), UCM is consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report, The Princeton Review, The Wall Street Journal and Fortune. At the University of Central Missouri, students can spend less without sacrificing quality. 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 receive financial aid.
At UCM we strive to give you the student services, resources and support you need to experience academic success and earn your degree on time. Take classes online or on our campuses in Warrensburg and Lee’s Summit, Missouri. Take the Virtual Self-Guided Tour to view the Warrensburg and Lee's Summit campuses before visiting in person.
Our Mission, Vision, and Strategic Plan
Mission & Vision - UCM disseminates knowledge that transforms students into leaders who possess the aptitudes, skills and confidence to succeed.
Strategic Plan - Taking a forward-looking approach in a new era in higher education, UCM developed a new strategic plan in 2019.
University Leadership
Our leaders are driven to create an atmosphere where student success is a top priority.
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Spacious and Beautiful Campus Locations
UCM has campuses in Warrensburg, about 50 miles southeast of Kansas City, and Lee’s Summit. Online options are also available. Learn more ->
Take a virtual tour of our Warrensburg campus, or UCM Lee's Summit at the Missouri Innovation Campus.
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Fast facts about UCM
- Accreditation - Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, UCM is a state leader in program-specific accreditations through national associations. In fact, UCM has the most accreditations among our competitors.
- Rankings - U.S. News and World Report consistently ranks UCM among the top regional universities in the Midwest and among leading public schools.
- History - Founded as a training school for teachers, the name of the institution was changed to the University of Central Missouri in 2006.
- Traditions - From singing our fight song to participating in our homecoming parade, traditions are a big part of the UCM student experience.
- Locations - UCM has campuses in Warrensburg, about 50 miles southeast of Kansas City, and Lee’s Summit. Online options are also available.
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Academic Programs
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Student-to-faculty ratio
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Students who launch their careers or begin grad school within 6 months of graduation
