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Centre College

Centre College of Kentucky

Danville, Kentucky 40422-1394

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Strong graduate outcomes — known for biology

Centre College is a private institution in Danville with particular strength in biology and psychology. With an average SAT of 1345, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 1.3K undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

85% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $66,240 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $21,497.

Established
1819
Motto
Doctrina Lux Mentis
Mascot
Colonels
Type
Private liberal arts college
Conference
Division III level of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Division
Division III
54%Acceptance
1345SAT Avg
1,346Students
10:1Student:Faculty
85%Grad Rate
$66,240Earnings 10yr
$21,497Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate54.3%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1345

Reading & WritingMid: 650
610683
MathMid: 700
620740

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 30
2632

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$50,550
Room & Board$13,770
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$63,354
Average Net Price$21,497
Median Debt at Graduation$27,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$286

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$10,779
$30–48K$13,431
$48–75K$17,317
$75–110K$22,346
$110K+$28,164

Programs (26)

Student Body

Undergrads
1,346
Gender Split
52% / 48%
Women / Men
First Generation
20%
Pell Grant Recipients
21%

Race & Ethnicity

White 74%
Black 5%
Hispanic 8%
Asian 4%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 4%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate85.3%
Freshman Retention87.5%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$50,073
8 Years$59,224
10 Years$66,240

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$47,000
Men
$60,300

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Varsity Sports — Colonels

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History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

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