University of Central Missouri Acceptance Rate
Warrensburg, Missouri · Public · 4-year or above
- Applicants
- 4,966
- Admitted
- 3,407
- Yield
- 31.1%
- Test policy
- Test-optional
Latest official IPEDS 2023–24 · Updated July 2026
Acceptance rate & applications over time
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Over the 10 years of federal data, University of Central Missouri's acceptance rate has fallen from 77.9% in 2014–15 to 68.6% in 2023–24. Applications grew from 4,612 to 4,966 (+8%) over that period.
Its 68.6% rate makes University of Central Missouri more selective than about 64% of the 1,419 schools tracked here. Among 32 tracked Missouri schools, it is more selective than about 59%.
University of Central Missouri has been test-optional since 2022–23. Of admitted students, 31.1% enrolled (the yield rate) in 2023–24.
Full year-by-year table
| Year | Applicants | Admitted | Acceptance | Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–15 | 4,612 | 3,595 | 77.9% | 1,710 |
| 2015–16 | 4,818 | 3,828 | 79.5% | 1,658 |
| 2016–17 | 5,119 | 3,820 | 74.6% | 1,605 |
| 2017–18 | 4,841 | 4,047 | 83.6% | 1,691 |
| 2018–19 | 4,867 | 4,184 | 86% | 1,493 |
| 2019–20 | 5,699 | 3,706 | 65% | 1,249 |
| 2020–21 | 5,666 | 3,603 | 63.6% | 1,084 |
| 2021–22 | 5,103 | 3,867 | 75.8% | 1,158 |
| 2022–23 | 4,993 | 3,562 | 71.3% | 1,028 |
| 2023–24 | 4,966 | 3,407 | 68.6% | 1,061 |
Acceptance rate by gender
| Group | Applicants | Admitted | Acceptance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Women | 2,882 | 1,981 | 68.7% |
| Men | 2,074 | 1,424 | 68.7% |
| Unknown | 10 | 2 | 20% |
SAT / ACT ranges & policy
Test-optional (considered if submitted).
| Test | 25th–75th percentile | % submitting |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Composite | 18–24 | 75% |
How University of Central compares
Where this school sits among peers of similar selectivity — each dot is a school's current acceptance rate on the same scale.
Frequently asked
What is University of Central Missouri's acceptance rate?
University of Central Missouri's acceptance rate is 68.6% for 2023–24, the most recent year of federal IPEDS data (3,407 admitted of 4,966 applicants).
Is University of Central Missouri test optional?
University of Central Missouri is test-optional: SAT/ACT scores are considered if submitted but not required.
How many people apply to University of Central Missouri?
University of Central Missouri received 4,966 applications in 2023–24 and admitted 3,407.
Is University of Central Missouri getting harder to get into?
University of Central Missouri has become harder to get into: its acceptance rate went from 77.9% in 2014–15 to 68.6% in 2023–24.
How this is calculated
Acceptance rate = admitted ÷ applicants, first-time degree-seeking undergraduates, from the U.S. Department of Education's IPEDS Admissions (ADM) survey; institution details from the IPEDS Institutional Characteristics (HD) survey. Data span: 2014–15 to 2023–24. Official site: https://www.ucmo.edu/.