- AcademicsB-
- ValueB+
- DiversityB
- CampusC+
- AthleticsB
- Party SceneC+
- ProfessorsB
- LocationD-
- DormsB+
- Campus FoodB-
- Student LifeC+
- SafetyB+
Central Methodist University is ...
Private not-for-profit, Methodist
Athletic Division
NAIA Division I
Athletic Conference
Heart of America Athletic Conference
Address
411 Central Methodist Square
Fayette, MO 65248
Website
Central Methodist University Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
61%
SAT Range
840-990
ACT Range
20-24
Application Fee
$0
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
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Cost
Net Price
$21,184/ year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
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Academics
Professors
B
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
12:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
- 93%
- of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.14 responses
- 69%
- of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.13 responses
- 77%
- of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.13 responses
Majors
Most Popular Majors
Nursing
36 GraduatesBiology
17 GraduatesCriminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
17 GraduatesLiberal Arts and Humanities
16 GraduatesAthletic Training
15 GraduatesElementary Education
15 GraduatesBusiness
14 GraduatesPsychology
12 GraduatesParks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
10 GraduatesChild Care Management
8 Graduates
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
1,065Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
4%
Pell Grant
40%
Varsity Athletes
54%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
89%
Poll
- 63%
- of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.19 responses
Poll
- 52%
- of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.23 responses
After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$34,700/ year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
47%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
93%
National
83%- 78%
- of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.9 responses
Central Methodist University Reviews
268 reviews
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I like that the campus is small and you can walk to all classes. The staff is friendly and professional and always willing to help or find the appropriate office/staff to assist. The food can be really good but not always. There are so many activities to be involved in even if your not an athlete! Overall the town of Fayette is small with few eating, off campus activities but it is centrally located so it is just a short drive to the mall, etc. Tuition is about 30K per year a little high but they work with students to find scholarships, grants, etc to help lower the cost. The dorms are old and some outdated but there is construction on campus to update facilities.
I love CMU! It’s phenomenal! Everyone is so nice an accepting! I didn’t join Greek life but my friends did so if you do join a sorority go Delta. Those girls are really nice, have good hearts, just don’t get on their bad sides. Kappas are stuck up plus they made their sorority since their president didn’t get into delta. Zetas like to make out/screw around with guys who have girlfriends, Sigma’s are bigger girls. That’s what I see from an outsiders perspective. Also TKE’s are bad. Chi deltas are super sweet and so are mokers, bangas, and the sig alphs/Phi Delts. This year took the first 30 kids who signed up their year to a royals game. The internationals get to play varsity over everyone else so that sucks. If you play sports here don’t sign for a reserve team cause you won’t ever play varsity even if they tell you, they are just recruiting you as another number. The food could be better but it’s better than high school
Central Methodist University is located in a small town called Fayette Missouri. The campus is beautiful especially during spring and summer. Each professor is dedicated to the ultimate success of the students, and do whatever possible to make sure that these students understand what they need to do to reach for that success. Although the school is located in a small town, the school holds fun activities such as taking people who sign up to the movies, baseball game, etc. or even ice cream socials and more that keep the people attending CMU involved and always meeting new people. The dorms are nice and provide everything you need to add on to the college experience. The majority of the school are athletes, and the stands are always packed and active when we are supporting each other in hopes of a win for the Eagles! I've enjoyed the students, professor, coaches, and the environment and I'm sure that you will too!