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Enrollment Deposit

How much is CENTRAL's enrollment deposit?

Central College requires a deposit of $200 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

28.60%

Central College is in the top 28.60% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

25.00%

Central College is in the top 25.00% of colleges in the state of Iowa for deposit cost. 10.34% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

22.10%

Central College is in the top 22.10% of Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 14.62% ofprivate colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

Central College educates a diverse community of 1,169 students, with 1,169 pursuing undergraduate degrees and engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

1,169


Total Undergraduates

1,169


Full-Time vs Part-Time

96% Full-Time

4% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at Central College has a 79% acceptance rate. Central College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1100 and the average ACT score is 22.


Acceptance Rate

79%


SAT

Students submitting SAT

10%

Total Score

400

1600

10401218

Reading and Writing

200

800

520608

Math

200

800

520610

ACT

Students submitting ACT

63%

Composite Score

0

36

1926

English

0

36

1725

Math

0

36

1825

Location

Located in Pella, IA, Central College offers students a town experience with all the advantages of a distinct community identity.


City

Pella


County

Marion County


State

Iowa


Country

United States


Urbanization

Town: Distant

About

Central College features a student-focused approach with a 13 : 1 student-faculty ratio, Reformed Church in America values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

13 : 1


Religious Affiliation

Reformed Church in America


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above


Cost

Central College makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $23,303 with 97% of students receiving financial assistance including 24% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$23,303


Received Aid

97%


Pell Recipients

24%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $20,988

Out-of-State: $20,988

Demographics

The Central College student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 73% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
607 (52%)
Women
562 (48%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
24 (2%)
18-19
588 (50%)
20-21
484 (41%)
22-24
63 (5%)
Over 25
9 (1%)

Outcomes

Central College prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 68% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

68%

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