Central Penn College

It is not difficult to get into Central Penn College. Around 79% of applicants get into Central Penn College each year. Out of 436 applications received in 2023, 344 students were offered admission.

If you are planning on applying to Central Penn College, the fee for the application is $35.

Central Penn College Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Central Penn College's admissions stats.

Central Penn College 2023	Admissions Statistics
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	4%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	0%
Waitlist	No

Central Penn College Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Central Penn College.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Considering Applying Early to Central Penn College?

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Central Penn College does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Explore a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Central Penn College Admissions

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Transferring to Central Penn College

Transfer student admissions is not difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Central Penn College

Central Penn College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Central Penn College?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Central Penn College

Curious about the factors that are considered by Central Penn College during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Interview	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Level of Applicant's Interest	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered

Make sure to check with Central Penn College for more information on admission factors.

Central Penn College Application Requirements

To apply to Central Penn College, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Central Penn College's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	–	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Central Penn College?

Central Penn College has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Central Penn College is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2017, 4% of Central Penn College's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 0% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

More Information on Transferring to Central Penn College

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to Central Penn College. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Central Penn College during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Central Penn College Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Central Penn College?

❌ Students who are admitted to Central Penn College must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does Central Penn College accept transfer credits?

✅ Central Penn College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Central Penn College accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit

Does Central Penn College accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

❌ Central Penn College does not accept International Baccalaureate credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Central Penn College?

❌ No, Central Penn College is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Central Penn College's acceptance rate?

✅ Central Penn College has an acceptance rate of 79%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Central Penn College?

❌ Central Penn College does not offer early decision.

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