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Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is a small, private institution located in Fayette, mo. Founded in 1854, Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences offers undergraduate degrees in 64 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Private
athletics N/A
undergraduates 1,074 undergraduates
cost $27,140 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 97.9%
SAT score average 1045
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA 3.28
Application fee N/A
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Key deadlines

June
30
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August
15
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is known for one of its top majors: Business/Commerce, General. Their student-faculty ratio is 13:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
13 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Business and Management
Other
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Health and Medical Professions
Education and Teaching
Law and Legal Studies
Mathematics and Statistics

Popular majors

Business/Commerce, General
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Biology, General
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $27,140
Additional expenses
Room & board $8,910
Books & supplies $1,000
Other expenses $7,220
Cost of attendance* $44,270
Average financial aid package $26,413
Estimated cost $17,857 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $27,140
Additional expenses
Room & board $8,910
Books & supplies $1,000
Other expenses $7,220
Cost of attendance* $44,270
Average financial aid package $26,413
Estimated cost $17,857 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,074, with gender binary students split 48% male and 52% female.

Total enrollment

1,080

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
63%
African American %
11%
Hispanic American %
8%
Asian %
1%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
NA
Multiracial %
6%
Unknown %
11%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, students love their Student Government Association. Freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 411 Central Methodist Square, Fayette, MO 65248-1198
phone 660-248-3391
address www.centralmethodist.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Student government association

Phi mu alpha

Alpha phi omega

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Campus ministries

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announcement

Athletics

NCAA Division level
Varsity sportsNo
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences?

Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is located in Fayette, mo.

What is the acceptance rate at Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences? 

The acceptance rate for Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is 98%.

What’s the average GPA for Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences?

The average high school GPA for Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences students was 3.28.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $177,080.

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