At a glance
Average net price
$20,781
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
80.7%
Admission rate
54%
Undergrad size
1,400
In-state tuition
$52,820
Out-of-state tuition
$52,820
Cost of attendance
$67,787
Median earnings (10y)
$66,240
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,352
- ACT midpoint
- 30
- Retention
- 87.5%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
14 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (44%), stem (33%), humanities & arts (22%).
- STEM33%
- Humanities & arts22%
- Social sciences44%
- Social sciences27.8%~389 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology16.4%~229 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Biological sciences14.4%~201 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~108 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~98 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History5.3%~75 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~66 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science3.3%~47 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English3.3%~47 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics3.3%~47 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~42 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~38 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts0.7%~9 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~5 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
23 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 105 | $44,375 | $27,000 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 49 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 47 | $20,139 | $27,000 |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 46 | $27,417 | $23,480 |
| International/Globalization Studies. | Bachelor's | 45 | $20,343 | $27,000 |
| Research and Experimental Psychology. | Bachelor's | 43 | — | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 41 | $21,467 | $27,000 |
| History. | Bachelor's | 39 | $39,089 | $27,000 |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 32 | — | — |
| Sociology and Anthropology. | Bachelor's | 32 | — | $27,000 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 31 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 28 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 27 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Data Science. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Philosophy. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Physics. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Religion/Religious Studies. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
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 Centre College
Centre College is a mid-sized institution located in Danville, Kentucky, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,400 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Social sciences, Psychology, Biological sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Centre College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $20,781 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $52,820 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $67,787 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 80.7%, a strong completion outcome. 87.5% 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 $66,240 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Centre College confers degrees and certificates across 14 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Social sciences, Psychology, Biological sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (44% of credentials), stem (33% of credentials), humanities & arts (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
Centre College accepts 54% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,352. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 30.
Location & campus
Set in Danville, Kentucky (town), Centre College draws students from across Kentucky 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 Centre College
Q.How much does Centre College cost?
The average net price at Centre College is $20,781 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $67,787.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Centre College?
Centre College has a 6-year graduation rate of 80.7% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Centre College?
Centre College admits 54% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Centre College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Centre College graduate earns $66,240 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Centre College?
Published tuition is $52,820 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Centre College located?
Centre College is located in Danville, Kentucky (ZIP 40422).
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 Centre College at their official website.