Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Faith-based college · Fayette, MO · 1,040 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
57%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
960–1045
ACT (middle 50%)
17–23
Average net price
$21,697
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$46,657
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
49%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences?
Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences accepts about 57 of every 100 applicants (57%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 960 and 1045 on the SAT. A score at or above 1045 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 960, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 17–23.
The latest federal data says Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $46,657 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $21,697 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $29,460 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$29,460
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$29,460
- Room & board$9,790
- Total cost of attendance$46,657
- Average net price after grants$21,697
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Biology, Education, Parks, Recreation & Fitness.
Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences FAQ
- What is Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences's acceptance rate?
- 57% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 960–1045. Aim for 1045 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 17–23.
- Is Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences cost?
- About $46,657 a year before aid; $21,697 on average after grants.
- What is Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences's FAFSA school code?
- 002453. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences receives your information.
- What is Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences's graduation rate?
- 49% of students finish within six years.
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