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Central College
Pella,
IA
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate79%
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About Central College
Central College in Pella, Iowa, is a private, four-year liberal arts college. Central is known for its academic rigor, its leadership formation and, most importantly, for its work creating genuine connections among students, faculty, coaches and alumni that help graduates realize their career aspirations for a lifetime. We are steadfastly dedicated to cultivating diversity of thought and culture through the arts and sciences, professional fields of study and experiential learning. The Central experience is rooted in exploration and self-discovery and enhanced by life in a residential community of 1,120 students with diverse perspectives. Founded in 1853, Central values its long-standing relationship with the Reformed Church in America. The college participates in NCAA Division III athletics and is a member of the American Rivers Conference.
Central College is a private, religious college in the rural area of Pella, Iowa. Central College was founded in 1853. The college currently enrolls around 1,169 students per year, including 1,172 undergrads.
Central College Acceptance Rate
It is moderately difficult to get into Central College. The acceptance rate at Central College is 79%. In 2022, 1,970 students applied to Central College and 1,561 were admitted.
| Central College Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 79% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.6 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
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Central College is located in Pella, Iowa, near Des Moines and Iowa.
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College Info
Central College Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Aug 1
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Central College is Aug 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Central College is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Central College SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
Not available
Math SAT Range
Not available
Reading SAT Range
Not available
Central College Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$33,048
In State$33,048
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$20,988
$20,988
Fees
Unknown
Unknown
Housing
$12,060
$12,060
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Central College is like? There are approximately 1,169 students enrolled at Central College, including 1,172 undergraduate students and -3 graduate students. 95% percent of students attend school full-time, 72% percent are from IA and 28% percent of students are from other states.
95%
Full Time4%
Part Time72%
In State28%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
1,169
Campus Setting
Rural
Acceptance Rate
79%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Aug 1
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