About Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Founded in 1854, Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. is a Private college. Located in Missouri, which is a city setting in Missouri, the campus itself is Town. The campus is home to 1,094 full time undergraduate students, and 0 full time graduate students.

The Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 12:1. There are 76 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate61%
Application Deadline
Application Fee20
SAT Range840-990
ACT Range20-24

Admissions at CMU are considered Selective, with ,12% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 19 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

0%
“We”re apathetic”
0%
“We know about current events and vote”
100%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
29%
“We save it for the classroom”
0%
“Sometimes, but not often”
29%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
43%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
14%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
86%
“I feel extremely safe”
14%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
43%
“We bought the gear”
43%
“We live for the big game”
14%
“It”s not really our thing”
14%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
57%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
14%
“We”re a very artistic group”
29%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
0%
“They keep regular office hours”
71%
“They”re always available”
29%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
0%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
71%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
29%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
57%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
0%
“We only party on weekends”
14%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
29%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
71%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
0%
“We”re apathetic”
0%
“We know about current events and vote”
100%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
29%
“We save it for the classroom”
0%
“Sometimes, but not often”
29%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
43%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
14%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
86%
“I feel extremely safe”
14%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
43%
“We bought the gear”
43%
“We live for the big game”
14%
“It”s not really our thing”
14%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
57%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
14%
“We”re a very artistic group”
29%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
0%
“They keep regular office hours”
71%
“They”re always available”
29%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
0%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
71%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
29%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
57%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
0%
“We only party on weekends”
14%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
29%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
71%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    16 Students rated on-campus housing 4.1 stars. 25 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    11 Students rated off-campus housing 3.8 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    18 Students rated campus food 3.8 stars. 28 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    19 Students rated campus facilities 4.2 stars. 42 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    19 Students rated class size 4.5 stars. 63 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    19 Students rated school activities 4.3 stars. 63 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    20 Students rated local services 4 stars. 55 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    21 Students rated academics 3.6 stars. 29 % gave the school a 5.0.

Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences?

8 Students rated Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Gavin - 03/13/2024

The science department is advanced and very good at their job. I would say there are many things to do on campus along with different organizations. The career center is super good. We even have a very top-notch marine biology program that does a lot of work for the marine environment.

Haley - 07/11/2023

Very good staff and professors that care about their students. Good scholarships and business/financial people are amazing. Athletics is a big part of the school but most programs are poorly run and athletes only continue to play for their scholarships. Overall, great school!

Jenna - 11/28/2019

Central Methodist is a school full of friendly and bright students. The campus is extremely welcoming and a great place to go to school or just to visit. It is in a great location being about 45 minutes from Columbus. This is not a suitcase campus and there is always something to do for students.

Justin - 02/06/2019

I truely enjoy attending CMU. We have a great campus. The facilities, food, activiites are well worth the money. The class sizes and academics are outstanding and the professors are always available and willing to help and answer emails. Everyone is friendly and will go the extra mile for you!

Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is 61%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020, _____ students were offered admission.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    Make sure you explore all your options and all the different schools your interested in. Find the school that fits you.

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  3. Describe the students at your school.

    I love my classmates, they are diverse but very opened minded to everyone and everything.

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  4. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    It is a small tight knit community with caring Faculty and Staff. You're not just another "student number". The people on this campus truly care.

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  5. What's unique about your campus?

    the people are absolutely amazing, the staff is great, and the music is phenomenal. There are so many things to do during the school week such as greek life, the coffee shop, sports events, and of course the classes. But I would have to say that my absolute most favorite thing about Central Methodist University is my friends! We are all SO diverse, we all enjoy something different, and I couldn't ask for a better setting then the one here at CMU!

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  6. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    I think I was well prepared for this school. I chose a small campus because I didn't want to become a number. I wanted to learn in a school where my professors would know me by name and recognize me if they saw me outside of class. My one regret is that I didn't take advanced English classes in high school. It would have been nice to have those required courses out of the way!

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  7. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    Central Methodist University is a very small school consisting of around one thousand students. In a way it is alot like high school because you get to know many people and will see them almost every day. In a way, it does not always seem like a college in that way. There is not much that goes on here on the weekends and atleast half the student population leaves school every weekend. The rectreation center, field house, library and weightroom are not open 24 hours a day. It kind of confusing me why these ammenities do not have longer hours.

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  8. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    We are best known for specialty programs and degrees. (nursing/physical therapy)

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  9. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    The distance from home. I do not feel I was prepared for the distance from my family. The school is perfect. The classes are great. The staff is wonderful. I have found my nitch. I think because I did not consider the college experence before my senior year, I did not think about ever living this far away. I am very close to my family and I miss haveing the input, the closeness and the contact everyday. The phone is just not the same.

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  10. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    A person use to, or requiring active city life should not attend this school. It is in a very rural area.

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  11. What are the academics like at your school?

    The professors always know your name and they get to know you as a student. I like the fact that you can get one-on-one time with the professors if you ever need help with anything. Tutoring is also offered for most subjects.

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  12. What kind of person should attend this school?

    A person who is willing to focus on his or her future and willing to work hard and do their best should attend this school. Also, they should be ready to be welcomed with open arms and a warm and caring smile.

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  13. What is your overall opinion of this school?

    Excellent people, excellent community surrounding. I honestly have never felt more at home being this far away from.

    Read all 1 answers

  14. What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?

    One stereotype that I often see around here is that everyone is well behaved and does whats right because we are a Christian College, but that often turns out not to be the case.

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  15. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    Mostly the small size and how great the athletic training program is.

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Student Body

Students

52%

female

48%

male

1,094

Total Undergrad Enrollment

N/A

Total Grad Students

8%

Out-Of-State

88%

In-State

4%

International

Organizations

40

Student Organizations

6

Fraternities

4

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

63%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
N/A
% Black or African-American
8%
% Hispanic/Latino
3%
% White or Caucasian
77%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

100% of students attending Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences receive some sort of financial aid. 40% were awarded federal grants.77%received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$23,010

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,000

Books and Supplies

$7,550

Room and Board

31,560

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$20,002
$30 - $48K
$17,523
$48 - $75K
$19,933
$75 - $110K
$22,067
$110K & UP
$22,776

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