About Centre College
Type
Private
Not-For-Profit
4 Years
Student Population
1,434
Website
https://www.centre.eduAccreditation
SACSCOC
Religious Affiliation
Presbyterian Church (USA)
On Campus Housing
Yes
A private, Presbyterian Church (USA) university, Centre College is situated in Danville, KY. Centre College occupies a total area of about 152 acres. In 1819, Centre College was founded. Centre College believes in imparting education and contributing to society by focusing on innovation, research, education, and commitment. The motto of the university is Doctrina Lux Mentis (Latin) and its official colors are gold and white. At Centre College, the total enrolment stands at 1,411. The school has an academic staff of 145 who teach various courses to the students. At Centre College, around 100% of the students are 24 and under. Talking about gender distribution at CC, around 52% of the students are females and 48% are males. The college has produced several notable alumni including John Marshall Harlan (Jurist), Pete Burns (Singer-songwriter, Singer), Peter Burns (Software Engineer), and James S. Jackson (Lawyer) in its 201 years of existence. The school believes in the all-round growth of the students and therefore, encourages students to take part in several sporting activities, conducted inside the campus. Further, it boasts of a decent sports infrastructure. A total of 21 programs are currently offered by the varsity to the students. It includes both the residential as well as online programs. The university also has a long list of accreditations. It has been accredited by SACS (Southern Assn. of Colleges and Schools). The total endowment of the Centre College is around $329 million (2019).
Rankings
The rankings provided by Forbes and US News are trusted everywhere, as long as US universities are concerned. Centre College has been ranked at the 209th position among other universities by Forbes. It is to be noted that Forbes decides on the rankings of the college based on common metrics like acceptance rate, endowment, benefits, and SAT scores, among others.
Admissions
Application Deadline
15th Jan
Acceptance Rate
73%
SAT Range
1190 - 1420
ACT Range
27 - 32
Application Fee
FALSE$
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Recommended
Accept Common App
Yes
Admission to the university is fairly easy and the students are recommeded to make the most out of it. Centre College has 3 admission thresholds. Along with the admission form, the students have to deposit a non-refundable fee to complete the application process. If the SAT score of a student lies in the range of 1130-1380, it would improve her chances. The average ACT score at Centre College is 29. However, those getting an ACT score less than 26 might also be offered admission. The candidates can apply for the courses online. However, in case they need information or want to feel the vibes, they visit the school's office at 625 W Walnut St, Danville, Kentucky 40422-1394. They can also call them at (859) 238-5200.
Annual Cost to Attend
Net Price
$25,051
Average Annual Cost
$41,700
Books And Supplies
$1,500
Room And Board
$10,480
Budget For Other Expenses
$1,740
Total One Year Cost
$55,420
The next two things to keep in mind before applying to CC are the tuition fees and the cost of living during the course tenure. The total one-year cost on a full-time basis would be somewhere around $55,840. This cost includes the average annual tuition cost ($43,000), books and supplies ($1,400), room and boarding ($10,740), and budget for other expenses ($1,620). If it sounds unaffordable to the applicant, there are numerous financial aid options available that they can explore.
Academics
Highest Degree Offered
Bachelor's degree
Student:Faculty Ratio
11:1
Full-Time Retention Rate
90%
Part-Time Retention Rate
N/A
Academic Calendar
Four-one-four plan
Research Funding per Student
N/A
Faculty Overview
Male Professors
Female Professors
Non-traditional Learning
Evening Degree Programs
Teacher Certification
Distance Education
Study Abroad
Majors
Economics
65 Graduates
Research and Experimental Psycholog...
30 Graduates
International/Global Studies
27 Graduates
English Language and Literature, Ge...
24 Graduates
Political Science and Government
22 Graduates
Romance Languages, Literatures, and...
21 Graduates
Mathematics
20 Graduates
Psychology, General
20 Graduates
Fine and Studio Arts
18 Graduates
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecu...
17 Graduates
Biology, General
17 Graduates
History
17 Graduates
Natural Resources Conservation and...
14 Graduates
Sociology and Anthropology
14 Graduates
Computer Science
12 Graduates
Chemistry
10 Graduates
Religion/Religious Studies
7 Graduates
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
5 Graduates
Classics and Classical Languages, L...
3 Graduates
Philosophy
3 Graduates
Physics
3 Graduates
Germanic Languages, Literatures, an...
1 Graduates
Music
1 Graduates
Student Body
Undergraduate Students
1,434
Socio-Economic Diversity
16%
Part-time
N/A
Students Gender
LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS
ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER
Race/Ethnicity
Geographic Density
Geographic Density
High
Unknown Location
Out Of State
In State
Foreign
Economic Diversity
36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Median Household Income
$64,053 per year
Campus Life
Housing
The students can reside on campus and 100% of Freshman Live On-Campus.
On Campus Housing Available
Yes
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus
No
Freshmen Live on Campus
100%
Undergrads in College Housing
98%
Averege Housing Cost
$5,240/year
Campus Food
The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $5,240/year.
Meal Plan Available
Yes
Average Meal Plan Available
$5,240/year
Athletes
Division Sports Nickname
Colonels
School Colors
gold and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Southern Athletic Association
Total Male Athletes
315
Total Female Athletes
195
Intramural Sports
12
Sports Club
3
Sports Team (Men)
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming and Diving
Tennis
Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming and Diving
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Campus Safety
24-Hour Security Patrol
Yes
Campus Emergency Phones
Yes
24-Hour Escort Safety rides
Yes
Mobile Campus Emergency Alert
Yes
On-campus housing facilities are offered to the students who wish to remain nearby. At CC, $10,740 is the normal expense for on-campus housing, which a student will be needed to pay, each year. The students at Centre College have several dining and meal plan options to choose from. Moreover, the average meal plan costs around $5,240 per year. The college considers the safety and security of its students to be paramount. At CC, campus safety and security features include 24-hr security patrol, campus emergency phones, 24-hr escort safety rides and mobile campus emergency alert. The number of female and male students at the college are 48% and 52%, respectively.
After Graduation
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$35,100/year
Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation
$45,500/year
Typical Monthly Loan Payment
$280 - 280
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$28,776
Students Receiving Federal Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$5,406
Students Receiving State Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$4,438
Students Receiving Institutional Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$25,461
Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30K
$37,318
$30K - $48K
$36,335
$48K - $75K
$34,672
$75K - $110K
$30,176
> $110K
$24,746
Total Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$25,619,221
Total Non-Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$14,259,481
As mentioned, if one finds the fees and cost of living at CC to be on the higher side, the financial aid department of the varsity would be of huge assistance. They can assist students with scholarships, grants, and student loans as well. The average federal grant that comes from the college is around $5,488, whereas the financial aid is $27,585. The college provides financial assistance in the form of state-level aid worth $4,228 and institutional aid worth $27,585. The total need-based scholarships/grants offered at CC based on students' financial needs add up to $25,619,221 per year. Meanwhile, the total non-need-based scholarships/grants in a year come to around $14,259,481.
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