Central College (Central) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Pella, IA. It is classified as Baccalaureate College - Arts & Sciences by Carnegie Classification
The Central's tuition & fees is $20,988 for the academic year 2024-2025. 97% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $12,354.
The school has a total enrollment of 1,084 and the students to faculty ratio is 11 to 1 (9.09%).
Central's acceptance rate is 86.17% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 21.02%. The median SAT score is 1100 and the ACT score is 23.
Central ranked 197th in Liberal Arts Colleges and 18th in Iowa Colleges rankings. Central College is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Central College is $20,988.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $20,988 based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| Undergraduate | $20,988 |
|---|
| Undergraduate | $20,988 |
|---|
The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
| Acceptance Rate » | 86.17% Acceptance Rate / 21.02% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 1,100 SAT / 23 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 66% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 30% |
| Retention Rate | 80%(full-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 9.09% (11 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 1,084 (all undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $12,354 |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Central College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.
| Learning Opportunities | |
|---|---|
| ROTC | No |
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
| On-Campus Services | |
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Address | 812 University, Pella, IA 50219 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 877-462-3687 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Athletic | Athletic Team Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-year, private (not-for-profit) |
| Carnegie Category | Baccalaureate Colleges |
| Highest Degree Offered | Bachelor's degree |
Share your experiences and thoughts about Central College. It will be a great help to applicants and prospective students!