Central College
Liberal arts college · Pella, IA · 1,070 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
86%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1056–1120
ACT (middle 50%)
20–26
Average net price
$22,894
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$37,773
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
59%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Central College?
Central College accepts about 86 of every 100 applicants (86%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1056 and 1120 on the SAT. A score at or above 1120 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1056, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 20–26.
The latest federal data says Central College is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Central College's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Central College cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $37,773 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $22,894 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $21,934 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$21,934
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$21,934
- Room & board$12,060
- Total cost of attendance$37,773
- Average net price after grants$22,894
Popular majors
Parks, Recreation & Fitness, Business, Biology, Social Sciences, Education.
Central College FAQ
- What is Central College's acceptance rate?
- 86% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Central College?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1056–1120. Aim for 1120 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Central College?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 20–26.
- Is Central College test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Central College is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Central College's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Central College cost?
- About $37,773 a year before aid; $22,894 on average after grants.
- What is Central College's FAFSA school code?
- 001850. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Central College receives your information.
- What is Central College's graduation rate?
- 59% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Central College
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simpson CollegeIndianola, IA | 86% | — | $20,460 | 63% |
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