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Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Fayette, Missouri · Private non-profit university · Training programs available:
Address: 411 Central Methodist Square, Fayette, MO 65248 · Phone: (660) 248-3391 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is a private non-profit trade/career school in Fayette, MO offering medical assistant programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and others.
Median graduate debt is $17,619 and median earnings ten years after entry are $48,991, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for this campus; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid is accepted here, and about 40.3 percent of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $35,810 | $40,440 | $46,600 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Missouri (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is a private non-profit institution located in Fayette, Missouri, a distant rural setting. The school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), so students may use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. It carries accreditation from several bodies, including the Higher Learning Commission, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and specialized accreditors for occupational and physical therapy programs. Within its trade-related offerings, the campus's primary program family is medical assistant programs, with 3 completers recorded in the reporting period out of an undergraduate enrollment of 1,040.
Federal data shows a completion rate comparison to the state average is not reported for this campus. The state average completion rate for similar institutions in Missouri is 69.3 percent, but a direct comparison figure is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates of programs at this campus carry a median debt of $17,619. Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $48,991. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 40.3 percent of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income students attend here.
This campus may suit students pursuing a medical assistant program within a broader university setting rather than a standalone trade school. Whether this fits an adult career-changer depends on program length and format details not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students should contact the school directly. To verify accreditation status and outcome data independently, check with the listed accreditors or review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for this institution.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus's primary trade-related offering is medical assistant programs, with 3 completers reported. No other program families are listed in federal data for this campus.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. Accreditors include the Higher Learning Commission, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the Missouri State Board of Nursing, and specialized bodies for occupational and physical therapy education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid, loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
A direct completion rate for this campus is not reported in federal data. The state average completion rate in Missouri is 69.3 percent, but no comparison figure is available for this campus.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $17,619, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $48,991, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (660) 248-3391 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private non-profit school. Non-profit status generally means tuition revenue is reinvested in the institution rather than distributed to shareholders, which can affect pricing and accountability.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status with the listed accrediting bodies and review detailed outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and schedule details needed to assess career-changer fit are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements after program completion are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school for guidance on relevant credentials.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (660) 248-3391 or visit its website at https://www.centralmethodist.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare institutions directly.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.