- North Central Missouri College provides comprehensive higher educational programs and services that are academically, geographically, and financially accessible to the residents and the communities of north central Missouri. North Central Missouri College promotes awareness of both the freedom and the responsibility associated with education. The College encourages free-flowing ideas and responsible action and emphasizes self-reliance, productivity, and a lifelong commitment to learning. The College, an open-admission community college, is committed to delivering quality instruction and support services to the broad range of students who can benefit from formal instruction.
School Highlights
North Central Missouri College serves 1,591 students (43% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 39%.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Enrollment: 1,591 students
- In-state tuition: $4,017
- Out-state tuition: $5,340
- Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
- Minority enrollment: 11%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 139 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
North Central Missouri College
(MO) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
139 staff
139 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of North Central Missouri College has declined by 8% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 has decreased from 13:1 over five years.
The North Central Missouri College diversity score of 0.21 is less than the state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has declined by 17% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,591 students
2,348 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
683 students
1,145 students
# Part-Time Students
908 students
1,203 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
115 students
213 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
683 students
1,145 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
908 students
908 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
13 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
140 students
200 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
n/a
2%
% Hispanic
4%
4%
% Black
2%
7%
% White
89%
61%
% Two or more races
2%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
n/a
% Unknown races
n/a
22%
Diversity Score
0.21
0.57
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
49%
34%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.12%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,100
$30,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,017 is less than the state average of $4,968. The in-state tuition has declined by 25% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,340 is less than the state average of $6,538. The out-state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,017
$4,968
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,340
$6,538
Tuition Notes
Tuition is based on
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
92%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,500
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
95%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Softball
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Baptist Student Union, Delta Epsilon Chi Marketing and Managment Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, PAS Agriculture Club, Phi Mu Epsilon Sorority, Psychology/Sociology Club, Residence Hall Association, Student Missouri State Teachers Association, Student Nurses' Association, Student Senate
Arts and Music Programs:
NCMC Players
Baptist Student Union, Delta Epsilon Chi Marketing and Managment Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, PAS Agriculture Club, Phi Mu Epsilon Sorority, Psychology/Sociology Club, Residence Hall Association, Student Missouri State Teachers Association, Student Nurses' Association, Student Senate
Arts and Music Programs:
NCMC Players
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- North Central Missouri College is truly a remarkable college known for its academic excellence and strong sense of community. We believe our educational institution signifies choice and value. It is people gathering to investigate, discover, seek opportunities, and embark upon countless challenges for betterment. North Central Missouri College is a community college founded in 1925. We exist to serve the residents of north central Missouri and offer many types of courses and programs, including classes that transfer to four-year colleges and courses that develop specific career skills. As a community college, NCMC serves the special needs of this particular area with its programs and services. We offer University transfer programs, career programs, individual courses for personal or professional growth, short courses and seminars on a credit or non-credit basis, student services and activities including counseling, testing, career planning, financial aid, athletics, intramurals and student activities. We also offers adult education and literacy, cultural enrichment programs, upward bound-a college-prep program for selected high school students and sss-a college success program funded by a federal TRIO grant. The College began a beautification effort several years ago and have enhanced the scenery of our campus with lush shrubs, lawns, and reflective areas on campus. Our Ketcham Center is the home of our competitive sports programs, but also provides you a membership ensuring an active lifestyle while on campus. Our Cross Hall Allied Health building and Barton Agriculture campus offer state of the art technologies.� Plans are underway to renovate Geyer Hall.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does North Central Missouri College cost?
North Central Missouri College's tuition is approximately $4,017 for In-State students and $5,340 for Out-State students.
What sports does North Central Missouri College offer?
North Central Missouri College offers 3 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball and Softball.
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