Centre College
About Centre College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Centre College is a private university in Danville, KY. It has a 62.9% acceptance rate and a 86.8% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,347 students.
Founded
1819
Location
Danville, Kentucky
Students
1,400
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
54.4%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
80.7%
Above national average
Tuition
$52,820
Per year
Avg Net Price
$20,781
After financial aid
SAT Average
1352
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$66,240
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
54.4 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
Nov 1
Regular
Feb 1
Centre College accepts 54.4% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1352/ 1600
ACT Scores
30/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
80.7% complete their degree within six years
Retention
87.5%
4-Year Grad
85%
6-Year Grad
86%
Teaching Quality
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
92.4%
$/Student
$24.2K
Class Size
Small
85% of students graduate on time, and 92.4% of courses are taught by full-time faculty. That personal instruction helps keep students on track.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$52,820
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$14,640
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$67,787
After Financial Aid
$20,781
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$11,364
Receive Grants
22.6%
Take Loans
48.7%
Don't let the $52,820 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $20,781 after financial aid, a 61% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $11,364.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Centre College fund their education.
While in School
22.6%
Get Grants
Free money
48.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$84,855
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$27,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$286/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $27,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $66K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Centre College.
Gender
52%
Female
48%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,400
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
20.3%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
0.3%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (52% women, 48% men). 20.3% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,400
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Liberal Arts
Classification
What This College Offers
4-1-4 calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
No
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Centre College fields 13 varsity teams with 793 student athletes, about 57% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
SAA
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
13
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
793
57% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
56% / 44%
448
Men
345
Women
9
Men's Teams
11
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Centre Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$66,240
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Economics
$51K
52 grads
1yr Earnings
Political Science and Government
—
29 grads
Biology, General
—
24 grads
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
$20K
23 grads
1yr Earnings
International/Globalization Studies
$35K
22 grads
1yr Earnings
Research and Experimental Psychology
—
21 grads
Earnings grow steadily here: $50K at six years, $50K at eight, and $66K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.