Central College
812 University, Pella, IA
Questions and Answers about Central College
Adrianna B.
1 year ago
What housing options are available for first year Central College students?
Adrianna B.
1 year ago
Are Central College’s scholarships based on merit or financial need?
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1 year ago
What study abroad programs are there?
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1 year ago
What is the average cost of attendance at Central College?
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2 years ago
What kinds of things are there to do in your school's hometown, Pella?
Majors offered at Central College
Biggest majors
Biology, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences
Academics at Central College
915-1175
SAT Score Range
400
1600
Required with application
20-27
ACT Score Range
1
36
Required with application
Student Faculty Ratio
11 to 1
Selectivity
Less Selective (70% Acceptance Rate)
School type
Non-profit Private 4-year institution
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Common careers for Central College students
Common Careers and Their Average Annual Salary
Executive Director93k
Physical Therapist (PT)78k
Software Engineer75k
Marketing Manager66k
Customer Care Specialist40k
Communications Specialist37k
Communications Coordinator31k
51.8kAvg. Early Career Pay
90.2kAvg. Mid-Career Pay
53%in High-Meaning careers
36%in STEM careers
Net price of attending Central College
Central College financial aid
Grants per year
- Average grant $23,219
- Average pell grant $4,474
Loans per year
- Average total loans $8,450
- Average federal loans $5,960
Student reviews of Central College
by Bold.org students
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Recommended by
100% of students
Known for
Accessible and helpful professors
Helpful career services
Close-knit community
Good work-study options
Great internship and research opportunities
- All reviews 3
Morgan Galbraith
Cooking
Baking
Coaching
5.0
WHAT I LIKED
It is so easy to make friends at Central College through athletics and through clubs.
WHAT I didn’t LIKE
Do not be afraid to challenge yourself in the classroom and step out of your comfort zone.
Amber Poole
Babysitting And Childcare
Accounting
Archery
Baking + 6 others
4.0
WHAT I LIKED
If you liked the experience of high school, Central College is for you. Classes are very small and you develop great relationships with your professors.
WHAT I didn’t LIKE
The campus is very small so joining a sport or club is highly recommended.
Chris Ver Heul
Fishing
Reading
Volunteering
3.0
WHAT I LIKED
Friendly professors, kind people, and good programs.
WHAT I didn’t LIKE
School is not always upfront and some halls do not get the same treatment as others.
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