University of Central Missouri
Higher EducationMissouri, United States1001-5000 Employees
The University of Central Missouri is a public higher education institution located in Warrensburg, Missouri, founded in 1871 as a normal school for teacher preparation. It offers a broad range of programs and emphasizes hands-on learning designed to broaden students' perspectives and deepen their educational experience. The university aims to prepare graduates to succeed as professionals and leaders across fields such as education, business, science, the arts, and aviation. Its campus is residential and situated about 35 miles southeast of the Kansas City metropolitan area. As a public university, UCM engages in partnerships to expand opportunities for students, including a reaffirmed collaboration with Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation in Malaysia. The institution also supports military-connected students, earning the Military Friendly School designation for 2026-27, and maintains active campus life, illustrated by student media achievements at a national convention in 2025.