Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies

What are the graduation rates for students at Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies?

CGES's reported 2024-25 overall, four-year, and six-year graduation rates were each 0%. These figures need careful interpretation: standard graduation-rate measures follow defined groups of first-time, full-time undergraduates and are not a completion rate for every transfer student, part-time student, or graduate student.

That limitation is consequential for a division with substantial transfer enrollment. A zero in the standard measure should not be read as evidence that no CGES students completed degrees. The reported first-year retention rate was 53%; it measures continued enrollment for its defined cohort, not eventual graduation. Applicants comparing outcomes should ask for completion information specific to their degree level, entry route, and program.

What is the earning potential for graduates at Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies?

College Scorecard program figures show earnings measured one year after completion for eligible students in particular fields. They are historical outcomes for measured groups, not starting-salary offers or predictions for a new enrollee.

Reported figures include $60,385 for registered nursing, $41,019 for general business or commerce, and $30,234 for criminal justice and corrections. Education, general, was reported at $25,501. These figures should not be combined into a university-wide salary estimate: programs differ in credential level, occupation, location, and whether students continue their education. The measurement also excludes longer-term career changes and does not account for an individual's tuition costs or debt.