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Is UCM a Good School for the Money?

Above Average National Value
Unknown In-State Value
$101,118 Avg Total Cost

University of Central Missouri Value Report

What is an UCM degree worth? College Factual's value analysis compares UCM with other schools of similar quality to see if it's priced fairly.

Above Average Value Nationwide

Top 30% National Value
Top 50% National Quality
Good Price

University of Central Missouri is ranked #644 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.

University of Central Missouri is priced competitvely when compared to other colleges of similar quality. Based on this information we believe it is a good price for the type of education provided.

National Value Ranking  644 out of 2223
Overpriced
Great Value
National Value Score  71.26 out of 100
Overpriced
Great Value

Prices of Institutions with Similar Quality Scores

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*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.

Bottom Line: You'll Spend an Estimated $101,118 For That Piece of Paper

On average, a bachelor's degree from UCM will cost you about $101,118. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $22,571 and a typical 4.48 years to graduate.

Amount
Average Yearly Cost$22,571
Average Years to Graduate4.48
Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree$101,118

Many Factors Affect Net Price

Depending on your personal circumstances, your net price may be well below the average UCM net price, which could make this school a better value. You may quality for more financial aid, or be able to complete your degree faster than average. Get more details on UCM cost.

Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?

$70,744 In-State With Aid
$117,645 Avg Cost No Aid
4.48 Years to Graduate

Net price can vary based on your unique situation.

Look at the table below to get a sense of how UCM value for your educational dollar might vary.

Nationwide Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$117,645#0F
All Students$101,118#644B
Only Students Receiving Aid$93,341#896C+
In-State Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$95,048#F
All Students$78,521#F
Only Students Receiving Aid$70,744#F

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Missouri.

About 94% of UCM students receive financial aid. Get more details on what UCM financial aid you may qualify for.

How to Finance The Gap

How to Calculate Value

College Factual calculates average total cost by multiplying net price by time to graduation. We then compare the average total cost to other schools of a similar quality to determine value. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.

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