University of Central Missouri
UCM was founded in 1871 as a normal school for teacher preparation. Central Missouri remains committed to preparing our students to excel as they enter the professional world as the teachers, business professionals, scientists, artists and aviators of tomorrow. Success at UCM translates to success in the professional setting. Our six-month job-placement rate for undergraduates is 92 percent, and, reflecting our excellent financial support packages, our students benefit from one of the lowest student-debt ratios in the state.
The University was founded in 1871 as State Normal School, District #2 and became known as Warrensburg Teachers College. The name was changed to Central Missouri State Teachers College in 1919, Central Missouri State College in 1946, and Central Missouri State University in 1971. In 1965, the institution established a graduate school. In 2005, Missouri Governor Matt Blunt signed into law a provision authorizing Central Missouri State University to change its name, if so desired, to the University of Central Missouri.
Mission
The University of Central Missouri experience transforms students into lifelong learners, dedicated to service, with the knowledge, skills and confidence to succeed and lead in the region, state, nation and world. UCM offers a comprehensive array of bachelor’s programs and selected master’s and doctoral programs building upon historical strengths and statewide mission.
Vision
The University of Central Missouri aspires to be a nationally recognized, comprehensive university that delivers a world-class university education by providing a small-college learning environment coupled with large-university opportunities.
Courses Offered
Undergraduate Programs
- BS in Crisis and Disaster Management
- Registered Nurse to BS in Nursing
- BS in Occupational Education
Graduate Programs
- Certificate in Geographic Information Systems
- MS in Criminal Justice
- MS in Educational Technology
- MS in Elementary Education
- MS in Industrial Management
- MS in Physical Education Exercise and Sport Science
- MS in Occupational Safety Management
- MS in Rural Family Nursing
- MS in Library Science and Information Services
- PhD in Technology Management
Colleges
- College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
- Harmon College of Business Administration
- College of Education
- College of Health and Human Services
- College of Science and Technology
- The Honors College
Contact Details
University of Central Missouri
P.O. Box 800, Warrensburg MO 64093
877-729-8266
Campus Operator: 660-543-4111
Official Website: http://www.ucmo.edu/
