Admissions Overview
The admission process at Central College has a 79% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $25. Central College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
79%
Less Selective
Application Volume
1,978
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
18%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Central College has a 79% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $25. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Central College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$25
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Central College. About 8% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 935 to 1,205. Additionally, about 58% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 19 to 25.
SAT Scores
8% of students submitted400
1600
935 – 1205
200
800
490 – 580
200
800
445 – 625
ACT Scores
58% of students submitted1
36
19 – 25
1
36
17 – 25
1
36
18 – 25
Admission Statistics
1,978 students applied to CENTRAL. Of those, 79% were accepted (1,562 students). Of these 1,562 accepted students, 274 chose to enroll.
1,978
Total Applicants
1,562
Students Admitted
274
Students Enrolled
79%
Acceptance Rate