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Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies

Fayette, MO·Private nonprofit·2,092 students
Last updated: April 1, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who prefer a mid-size campus. graduation rate is below 25% — most students don't finish here; freshman retention is below 65%. a private nonprofit school with 2,092 students.

88%
Accept
2,092
Students
N/A
Net Price
0%
Grad Rate
$39,500
Earnings
10 yr
$17,619
Debt

About This School

Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies is a private nonprofit institution located in Fayette, Missouri with approximately 2,092 undergraduate students enrolled. Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 88%. In-state tuition is $7,440 per year. The graduation rate is 0%, and the typical graduate earns $39,500 within 10 years of enrollment.

Setting
Distant rural

Popular Programs

Education36%
Health Professions23%
Business & Marketing20%
Psychology5%
Computer Science5%
Communications1%
Biological Sciences0%
Social Sciences0%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1120

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$7,440
Out-of-State Tuition
$7,440
Avg Net Price
N/A
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants32%
Median debt at graduation$17,619

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
0%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
53%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$39,500
after enrollment
Median Debt
$17,619
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$17,619
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$35,000
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$39,500
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.2x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White75%
Black12%
Hispanic/Latino2%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,092 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies

411 Central Methodist Square

Fayette, MO 65248-1198

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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