At a glance
Average net price
$23,377
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
66.2%
Admission rate
86%
Undergrad size
1,070
In-state tuition
$20,988
Out-of-state tuition
$20,988
Cost of attendance
$37,773
Median earnings (10y)
$54,317
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,147
- ACT midpoint
- 22
- Retention
- 79.9%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
16 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (37%), social sciences (25%), business (22%).
- STEM37%
- Business22%
- Humanities & arts16%
- Social sciences25%
- Biological sciences23.2%~248 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Business21.5%~230 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Social sciences9.3%~99 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Education8.9%~95 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology7.2%~77 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication6.8%~72 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science5.1%~54 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~54 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering3.4%~36 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~27 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English1.7%~18 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History1.7%~18 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics1.3%~14 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~14 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
25 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences. | Bachelor's | 80 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 73 | $43,169 | $27,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 50 | — | $27,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 37 | — | $27,000 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 31 | — | $25,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 29 | — | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 27 | — | $27,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Engineering, General. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | $27,000 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | — | — | $27,000 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Central College
Central College is a mid-sized institution located in Pella, Iowa, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,070 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Biological sciences, Business, Social sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Central College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $23,377 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $20,988 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $37,773 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 66.2%, a above-average completion outcome. 79.9% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $54,317 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Central College confers degrees and certificates across 16 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Biological sciences, Business, Social sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (37% of credentials), social sciences (25% of credentials), business (22% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Central College accepts 86% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,147. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 22.
Location & campus
Set in Pella, Iowa (town), Central College draws students from across Iowa and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Central College
Q.How much does Central College cost?
The average net price at Central College is $23,377 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $37,773.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Central College?
Central College has a 6-year graduation rate of 66.2% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Central College?
Central College admits 86% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Central College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Central College graduate earns $54,317 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Central College?
Published tuition is $20,988 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Central College located?
Central College is located in Pella, Iowa (ZIP 50219).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Central College at their official website.