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Central Christian College of Kansas

Central Christian College

McPherson, Kansas 67460-5740

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Small & IntimateRuralPrivateBusiness Focus

Known for business — close-knit campus

Central Christian College of Kansas is a private institution in McPherson with particular strength in business and psychology.

A small campus of 394 undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

23% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $44,468 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $12,473.

Established
1884
Motto
Christ-Centered Education for Character
Mascot
Tigers
Type
Private college
Conference
National Association of
Division
Division I

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394Students
11:1Student:Faculty
23%Grad Rate
$44,468Earnings 10yr
$12,473Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Central Christian College of Kansas Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions Intel

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$21,000
Room & Board$8,950
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$32,495
Average Net Price$12,473
Median Debt at Graduation$27,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$286

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$9,369
$30–48K$8,529
$48–75K$12,873
$75–110K$17,717
$110K+$14,195

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

39.9%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$15,750

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

3

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

1

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

0

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

1

Drug Arrests

1

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (40)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

59%

Negative
  • •59% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
394
Gender Split
47% / 53%
Women / Men
First Generation
48%
Pell Grant Recipients
43%

Race & Ethnicity

White 48%
Black 13%
Hispanic 24%
Asian 2%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 2%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate23.0%
Freshman Retention59.5%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$37,685
10 Years$44,468

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

MCI Kansas City172 mi
OKC Oklahoma City205 mi
DFW Dallas-Fort Worth379 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1422 mi · ~41h 5m drive
New York, NY1267 mi · ~36h 36m drive
Hartford, CT1338 mi · ~38h 39m drive
Providence, RI1403 mi · ~40h 32m drive
Albany, NY1286 mi · ~37h 9m drive
Syracuse, NY1169 mi · ~33h 46m drive
Rochester, NY1098 mi · ~31h 43m drive
Buffalo, NY1031 mi · ~29h 47m drive
Philadelphia, PA1207 mi · ~34h 52m drive
Pittsburgh, PA953 mi · ~27h 32m drive
Harrisburg, PA1116 mi · ~32h 14m drive
Newark, NJ1259 mi · ~36h 22m drive
Washington, DC1112 mi · ~32h 7m drive
Baltimore, MD1133 mi · ~32h 44m drive
Atlanta, GA806 mi · ~23h 17m drive
Charlotte, NC954 mi · ~27h 34m drive
Raleigh, NC1062 mi · ~30h 41m drive
Miami, FL1339 mi · ~38h 41m drive
Orlando, FL1156 mi · ~33h 24m drive
Tampa, FL1134 mi · ~32h 46m drive
Nashville, TN617 mi · ~17h 49m drive
New Orleans, LA725 mi · ~20h 57m drive
Richmond, VA1102 mi · ~31h 50m drive
Chicago, IL583 mi · ~16h 51m drive
Detroit, MI816 mi · ~23h 34m drive
Minneapolis, MN511 mi · ~14h 46m drive
St. Louis, MO404 mi · ~11h 40m drive
Kansas City, MO174 mi · ~5h 2m drive
Indianapolis, IN625 mi · ~18h 3m drive
Columbus, OH793 mi · ~22h 55m drive
Cleveland, OH872 mi · ~25h 11m drive
Milwaukee, WI604 mi · ~17h 27m drive
Dallas, TX389 mi · ~11h 14m drive
Houston, TX608 mi · ~17h 34m drive
Austin, TX559 mi · ~16h 9m drive
San Antonio, TX619 mi · ~17h 53m drive
Los Angeles, CA1182 mi · ~34h 9m drive
San Francisco, CA1343 mi · ~38h 48m drive
San Diego, CA1160 mi · ~33h 31m drive
Seattle, WA1393 mi · ~40h 15m drive
Portland, OR1370 mi · ~39h 35m drive
Denver, CO404 mi · ~11h 40m drive
Phoenix, AZ873 mi · ~25h 13m drive
Salt Lake City, UT775 mi · ~22h 23m drive
Honolulu, HI3727 mi · ~107h 40m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Kansas City (MCI)172 miles
Rental car
258 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
344 min$206-344
Oklahoma City (OKC)205 miles
Rental car
308 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
410 min$246-410

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