School Overview
Located in Danville, Kentucky, Centre College provides its students with a comprehensive, yet affordable, liberal arts educaiton. The college offers bachelor’s degree programs in variety of subjects, including, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Financial Economics, Creative Writing, International Studies, Sociology, Education, Information Sciences, Education and Anthropology, to name a few.
If you’re looking to go to graduate school, Centre College offers some top notch pre-professional programs in fields such as Pre-Law, Pre-Veterinary, Pre-Optometry, and Pre-dentistry. Even if you plan on pursuing a different graduate field of study than those we’ve just listed, Centre College offers an excellence undergraduate program that will serve a stepping stone into just about any good graduate program. And if you’re not quite sure what you want to do yet, don’t worry. Centre College allows students to declare a double major or provides them the flexibility to create a self-design major tailored to meet their interests.
Other benefits of attending Centre College include:
- Never ending campus activities and a fun college life
- Recreational sports, athletics and student teams
- Student financial aid programs
- No student admissions application fee
- Reknown performing arts center
- Low student-to-faculty ration (more 1 on 1 time with professors)
- Free wireless internet on campus
- Equestrian resources for those who enjoy horses
- Excellent career and job placement services
If you’re first priority is getting a good college education, but you still want enjoy life and have fun, then you may want to take a look at Centre College.
General Information
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Admission Office 600 West Walnut Street Danville, KY 40422-1394 (859) 238-5350 (800) 423-6236 Fax: (859) 238-5373 [email protected] Contact: Bob Nesmith Director of Admission |
Main Address 600 West Walnut Street Danville, KY 40422-1394 (859) 238-5200 www.centre.edu |
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Size Total undergrads: 1,197 First-time degree-seeking freshmen: 336 Degree-seeking undergrads: 1,193 Setting |
Degrees offered: |
Tuition & Fees
| Estimated Annual Expenses | 2008-’09 | 2009-’10 | 2010-’11 | 2011-’12 | % change 2010-’12 |
| Tuition and fees | $28,000 | $29,600 | $31,200 | $32,600 | +4.49% |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,100 | $1,200 | $1,250 | +4.17% |
| Living Arrangement – On Campus | |||||
| Room and Board | $7,000 | $7,400 | $7,800 | $8,150 | +4.49% |
| Other | $1,000 | $1,100 | $1,200 | $1,200 | 0.00% |
| Living Arrangement – Off Campus | |||||
| Room and Board | $5,500 | $6,300 | $6,600 | $6,800 | +3.03% |
| Other | $600 | $1,100 | $1,100 | $1,100 | 0.00% |
| Total Expenses | 2008-’09 | 2009-’10 | 2010-’11 | 2011-’12 | % change 2010-’12 |
| In-state On Campus | $37,000 | $39,200 | $41,400 | $43,200 | +4.35% |
| In-state Off Campus | $35,100 | $38,100 | $40,100 | $41,750 | +4.11% |
| In-state with Family | $29,000 | $30,700 | $32,400 | $33,850 | +4.48% |
Financial Aid
| Full-time Beginning Undergraduate Students | ||||
| Type of Aid | Students | Percent | Amount | Average Per Student |
| All students financial aid | 326 | 97% | ||
| Grant or scholarship aid | 325 | 97% | $5,845,613 | $17,987 |
| • Federal grants | 55 | 16% | $350,499 | $6,373 |
| • Pell grants | 46 | 14% | $159,349 | $3,464 |
| • Other federal grants | 52 | 15% | $191,150 | $3,676 |
| State/local government grant or scholarships | 199 | 59% | $742,773 | $3,733 |
| Institutional grants or scholarships | 317 | 94% | $4,752,341 | $14,992 |
| Student loan aid | 152 | 45% | $828,767 | $5,452 |
| • Federal student loans | 145 | 43% | $682,993 | $4,710 |
| • Other student loans | 19 | 6% | $145,774 | $7,672 |
All Degrees and Programs
| BA/BS | MA/MS | PhD | AA/AS | CERT | |
| Total of All Education Programs | 339 | – | – | – | – |
| Biology and Biomedical Sciences | 31 | – | – | – | – |
| Biochemistry and Molecular Biology | 6 | – | – | – | – |
| Biology and Biological Sciences, General | 25 | – | – | – | – |
| Computing and Information Sciences | 4 | – | – | – | – |
| Computer Science | 4 | – | – | – | – |
| Education | 5 | – | – | – | – |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 5 | – | – | – | – |
| English Language, Composition and Literature/letters | 24 | – | – | – | – |
| English Language and Literature | 24 | – | – | – | – |
| Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 48 | – | – | – | – |
| Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 1 | – | – | – | – |
| French Language and Literature | 5 | – | – | – | – |
| German Language and Literature | 1 | – | – | – | – |
| Spanish Language and Literature | 41 | – | – | – | – |
| History | 43 | – | – | – | – |
| History | 43 | – | – | – | – |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 4 | – | – | – | – |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other | 4 | – | – | – | – |
| Mathematics and Statistics | 20 | – | – | – | – |
| Mathematics | 20 | – | – | – | – |
| Multi-/interdisciplinary Studies | 9 | – | – | – | – |
| International/global Studies | 9 | – | – | – | – |
| Physical Sciences | 14 | – | – | – | – |
| Chemical Physics | – | – | – | – | – |
| Chemistry | 12 | – | – | – | – |
| Physics | 2 | – | – | – | – |
| Psychology | 31 | – | – | – | – |
| Physiological Psychology/psychobiology | 16 | – | – | – | – |
| Psychology | 15 | – | – | – | – |
| Social Sciences | 82 | – | – | – | – |
| Economics | 17 | – | – | – | – |
| Economics, Other | 24 | – | – | – | – |
| Political Science and Government | 20 | – | – | – | – |
| Sociology and Anthropology | 21 | – | – | – | – |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 24 | – | – | – | – |
| Art History, Criticism and Conservation | 4 | – | – | – | – |
| Drama and Dramatics/theatre Arts | 5 | – | – | – | – |
| Fine/studio Arts | 7 | – | – | – | – |
| Music | 8 | – | – | – | – |
Admissions Information
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Application Fee College has an application fee: Yes Regular application fee: $40 Online application fee: Free |
Enrollment Rates Percent applicants admitted: 71% Percent of students who return for sophomore year: 91% |
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Admissions Considerations Secondary school GPA: Recommended Secondary school rank: Recommended Secondary school record: Required College-preparatory program: Required Recommendations: Required Admission test scores (SAT/ACT): Required TOEFL: Required Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2011 |
Test Scores: Fall 2011
SAT Critical Reading
SAT Math
ACT Composite
ACT English
ACT Math
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Enrollment Statistics
Undergraduate Attendance Status
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Undergraduate Student Gender
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Undergraduate Student Age
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Undergraduate Student Residence
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Undergraduate Race/Ethnicity
Retention and Graduation Rates
Retention Rates for First-Time Students Pursuing Bachelor’s Degrees
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Overall Graduation and Transfer-Out Rates for Students
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Graduation Rates for Students Pursuing Bachelor’s Degrees
6-Year Graduation Rate by Gender for Students Pursuing Bachelor’s Degrees
6-Year Graduation Rate by Race/Ethnicity for Students Pursuing Bachelor’s Degrees
Undergraduate Majors
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Arts, Visual & Performing Art – General B Biological & Biomedical Sciences Biochemistry B Computer & Information Sciences Computer Science B Education Elementary Education B English Language & Literature English Language & Literature – General B Foreign Language & Literature Classics B History History – General B Mathematics Mathematics – General B Philosophy & Religion Philosophy B Physical Sciences Chemical Physics B Psychology Psychology – General B Social Sciences Anthropology B |
Degree levels for each major are designated by the following letters:
B = Bachelor’s degree C = Certificate or diploma |
*We do not guarantee the accuracy of information on this page. All information is subject to change. You should confirm all information with a college admissions officer.
Centre College Highlights
School Information
| Phone Number: | (859) 238-5200 |
| Website: | https://www.centre.edu |
| Type of School: | 4-year, Private non-profit |
| Apply Online: | https://www.centre.edu/apply |
| Address: | 625 W Walnut St, Danville, KY 40422-1394 |
| Setting: | Town: Distant |
| Campus Housing: | Yes |
Students & Programs
| Student Population: | 1,411 |
| 6-yr Graduation Rate (Bachelor's): | 82% |
| Student-to-faculty Ratio: | 10 to 1 |
| Distance Learning Programs: | |
| Distance Learning Students*: | 1,411 (100% of total students) |
| Degree Levels Offered: | Bachelor's |
* Students taking at least 1 distance learning course
Tuition & Financial Aid*
| In-state Tuition: | $43,000 |
| Out-of-state Tuition: | $43,000 |
| % of Students Receiving Financial Aid: | 100% |
| Avg. Amount of Grant or Scholarship Aid Awarded: | $31,099 |
* Full-time beginning undergraduate students. Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
Centre College Programs
See the degree programs that are offered at Centre College.
| Degree Name | Cert | Assoc | Bach | Mast | Doct |
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| Biological and Biomedical Sciences | 2 | ||||
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services | 1 | ||||
| English Language and Literature/Letters | 1 | ||||
| Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 4 | ||||
| History | 1 | ||||
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 1 | ||||
| Mathematics and Statistics | 1 | ||||
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | 1 | ||||
| Natural Resources and Conservation | 1 | ||||
| Philosophy and Religious Studies | 2 | ||||
| Physical Sciences | 3 | ||||
| Psychology | 2 | ||||
| Social Sciences | 4 | ||||
| Visual and Performing Arts | 4 | ||||
| Grand total | 28 |
* Based on programs that produced 2019-2020 graduates
Tuition & Financial Aid
See what it costs to enroll at Centre College and how many students are receiving scholarships, grants, or loans as financial aid to help cover the costs of tuition.
Undergraduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2019-2020 |
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| In-state | $43,000 |
| Out-of-state | $43,000 |
| Books and supplies | $1,400 |
Graduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2019-2020 |
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| In-state | $0 |
| Out-of-state | $0 |
Undergraduate Student Financial Aid, 2018-2019
Full-time Beginning Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
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| Any student financial aid | 357 | 100% | – |
| Grant or scholarship aid | 357 | 100% | $31,099 |
| Student loan aid | 176 | 49% | $6,457 |
All Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
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| Grant or scholarship aid | 1,403 | 98% | $28,800 |
| Federal student loans | 645 | 45% | $6,489 |
Admissions & Enrollment
See the admission requirements for Centre College. Find out how many students apply and how many are accepted. View a graphical breakdown of the gender, age, and ethnicity of currently enrolled Centre College students.
Undergraduate Admissions, Fall 2020
| Total | Male | Female | |
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| Number of applicants | 2,211 | 1,096 | 1,115 | Percent admitted | 100% | 72% | 81% |
| Percent admitted who enrolled | 16% | 17% | 15% |
Admissions Considerations
| Required | Recommended | Optional | |
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| Secondary school GPA | |||
| Secondary school rank | |||
| Secondary school record | |||
| Completion of college-preparatory program | |||
| Recommendations | |||
| Formal demonstration of competencies | |||
| Admission test scores | |||
| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) | |||
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language |
Centre College Enrollment, Fall 2020
| Total Enrollment | 1,411 |
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| Undergraduate enrollment | 1,411 |
| Graduate enrollment | 0 |
Undergraduate Attendance
Undergraduate Gender
Undergraduate Age
Undergraduate Race/Ethnicity
Undergraduate Distance Education
Undergraduates taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
Graduate Distance Education
Graduate students taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
Centre College Accreditation
This institution is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
Specialized institution accreditations:
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