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North Central Missouri College has once again made history, achieving its highest-ever student enrollment for the second consecutive year. For the Fall 2025 semester, NCMC has a record-breaking 1,987 students, who are collectively enrolled in 19,353 credit hours, surpassing all previous benchmarks.

This milestone reflects a 2% increase in headcount and a 4% rise in credit hours compared to Fall 2024. The new figures exceed the prior headcount record set in Fall 2024 by 37 students and the previous credit hour high by 755 hours. The highest enrollment increase is among first-time freshmen, with a 20% increase.

“This is a proud moment for NCMC,” said Dr. Lenny Klaver, President. “Reaching our highest enrollment in college history is a direct result of the dedication and hard work of our faculty and staff. Congratulations to everyone who made this possible!”

This achievement marks a continued upward trend in student enrollment and institutional growth, reinforcing NCMC’s commitment to accessible, affordable, and excellent educational opportunities.