by our College Data Analytics TeamIs UCM worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
UCM is ranked #1,279 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C. Within Missouri, it ranks #25 of 74 for value.
Among the majors UCM offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Industrial Technology | #1 of 1 |
| CAD/CADD Drafting &/or Design Technology/Technician | #2 of 7 |
| Engineering | #2 of 7 |
| Agriculture | #3 of 4 |
| Agricultural Business & Management | #3 of 4 |
| Drafting & Design Engineering Technology | #4 of 13 |
| Commercial & Advertising Art | #4 of 35 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #9 of 31 |
| Occupational Safety & Health Technology/Technician | #10 of 17 |
| Quality Control Technology | #13 of 20 |
Read the full UCM value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
University of Central Missouri is ranked #15 out of #82 in Missouri for quality and #25 out of #74 for Missouri value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the UCM financial aid page to be sure.
University of Central Missouri is ranked #1,279 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
University of Central Missouri is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at UCM costs about $15,698. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $62,792 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $22,702 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $14,462 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $15,698 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $62,792 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the UCM net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a UCM degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $90,808 | — | — |
| All Students | $62,792 | #1,279 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $57,848 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $90,808 | — | — |
| All Students | $62,792 | #25 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $57,848 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at UCM shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $11,862 |
| $30K–$48K | $12,458 |
| $48K–$75K | $14,997 |
| $75K–$110K | $17,915 |
| Over $110K | $18,752 |
About 85% of UCM undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $7,145 per year. Get more details on the UCM financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average UCM cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.