Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. freshman retention is below 65%. a private nonprofit school with 1,040 students.
About This School
Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is a private nonprofit institution located in Fayette, Missouri with approximately 1,040 undergraduate students enrolled. Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 57%. The average net price after financial aid is $22,766 per year. The graduation rate is 51%, and the typical graduate earns $39,500 within 10 years of enrollment.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: the 53% graduation rate and 65% freshman retention rate suggest many students struggle to finish, which is worth taking seriously before enrolling. On the positive side, median debt at graduation is a relatively low $13,292, and the small 1,015-student environment can mean more personal attention than you'd get at a larger school. Worth considering if you need an accessible, affordable private college and have a clear plan to stay on track — but ask hard questions about academic support before committing.
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Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 1% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
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
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,040 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
411 Central Methodist Square
Fayette, MO 65248-1198
Official Links
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Sources & Methodology
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.
- 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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