Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001850
- Phone: (319) 364-0000 x000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
65.07%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
11:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$25,650Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Central College
2945 Williams Parkway S.W., Cedar Rapids, IA
Central College, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Pella, Iowa, the school resides in a rural setting for students to study in. The Reformed Church in America affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. Approximately a thousand students are enrolled annually at Central College.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs Central College offers:
- Recreation And Fitness Studies
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Education
To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school transcripts, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. Either the ACT or SAT exam must be taken to apply to Central College. Scores within the range of 21 to 26 on the ACT or 890 to 1170 on the SAT are needed to greatly increase your chances for admission. An estimated 70 percent of all applicant were accepted at this school, with 21 percent of those admitted choosing to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.
Tuition is approximately $31,000 per year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students should check the school's net price calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. The cost of on-campus housing is about $4,900 annually. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.
The Central College Dutch participate in a number of athletic programs, within the NCAA organization. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Football (NCAA Division III)
- Golf (NCAA Division III)
- Soccer (NCAA Division III)
Students should visit the website to see a complete list of programs offered, student services, and more that is available at this school.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give an overview of the candidates Central College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Central College is about 1,100, where graduate students make up roughly 25% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are between $39,000-$46,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- Per unit charges are around $1,800 for part time students
- May offer prepaid tuition, allowing students to purchase tuition at current rates for future years.
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $27,794 |
Receiving Student Loans | 84% | $7,564 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Central College may offer services to students like those listed below:
- Online course work available
- Academic counseling for students
- Student employment
- Assistance to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Music Program
- * Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation (since 1982)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Central College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf)
- Basketball (Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf)
- Football (Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conf)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Central College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Exercise Physiology (B)
- Biology (B)
- Biochemistry (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Social Sciences
- Sociology (B)
- Anthropology (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Social Science (B)
- Economics (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Music (B)
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Central College.
- Grinnell College in Des Moines, IA (26 miles away)
- Simpson College in Iowa City, IA (34 miles away)
- Graceland University - Lamoni in Storm Lake, IA (74 miles away)
- Coe College in Dubuque, IA (77 miles away)
- Iowa Wesleyan University in Ames, IA (77 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001850
- Phone: (319) 364-0000 x000
- School Homepage