About
About Central College
Central College is a private liberal arts college in Pella, IA, known for its liberal arts college, small class sizes, and arts and sciences focus. With an acceptance rate of 79%, Central College is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 351 students each year. Central College is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 938–1258, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Central College offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $11,724 per year; the sticker price of $34,302 may look very different from what your family actually pays.
Admissions
Central College acceptance rate and admitted student profile
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Financial Aid & Cost
What Central College actually costs your family
Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.
| Family Income | Sticker Price | Est. Net Cost / yr |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | ~$34k/yr | $16.2k |
| 30k-48k | ~$34k/yr | $16.2k |
| 48k-75k | ~$34k/yr | $19.5k |
| 75k-110k | ~$34k/yr | $21.9k |
| 110k+ | ~$34k/yr | $27.2k |
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Outcomes & Campus