Centenary University

Centenary University Academics

Centenary University requires at least 128 credit hours to graduate with a bachelor's degree.

If students would like to graduate in less time than normal, they can choose the accelerated degree program. The school accepts AP credit. Additionally, Centenary University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 58% of students who start college at Centenary University finish the requirements for graduation within six years.

Centenary University offers an orientation program before the start of fall classes to prepare new students for college life.

Academic Options	Yes	Note
Accelerated Degree Program	√
Transfer Credits Accepted		Unknown
AP Credit Accepted	√
IB Credits Accepted		Unknown
Summer Classes Available	√
New Student Orientation	√

Reminder: Centenary University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

What Classes Are Required At Centenary University?

Centenary University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are not required to fulfill a language requirement

Students are not required to take a computer class to graduate.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	No
Math	true
Science	true
Computer	No

Reminder: Check with Centenary University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Centenary University

When choosing a major, Centenary University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Centenary University.

Student Designed Majors

Centenary University allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative.

Senior Projects

Centenary University does not require a senior project for all students.

Double Majoring at Centenary University

Centenary University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may mean taking more courses, but it can provide a unique combination of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to a graduate program.

Frequently Asked Questions About Centenary University

Does Centenary University Offer Learning Disability Services?

✅ Centenary University offers services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does Centenary University Have An Online Program?

✅ Centenary University has distance learning options for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Centenary University Offer Credit for AP Classes?

✅ Centenary University offers some credit for Advanced Placement (AP) classes taken in high school. Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Centenary University Have An Honors Program?

❌ Centenary University does not offer an honors program or a Freshman Honor College.

Does Centenary University Require Internships?

❌ Centenary University does not require an internship for any students.

Students can still look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job. While Centenary University does not require internships for students of any major, internships can help students gain hands-on work experience for their resume, and explore career paths that interest them without committing to one path.

Additional Information About Centenary University