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The Newark Conference of the United Methodist Church established Centenary College in 1867. In 1940, it became a Junior college for women. It gained the status of a master degree-granting institution in 1995. The campus spreads across an area of more than 40 acres in Hackettstown, New Jersey. The college also has satellite campuses located in Metro Park in Iselin, Equestrian Center in Long Valley, and in Parsippany, New Jersey. Centenary College offers various undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificate programs in diverse areas of study.
Centenary College is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III. They compete in the Colonial States Athletic Conference and in the Skyline Conference. The college's sports teams are known as the Cyclones.
The campus of Centenary is in Hackettstown, NJ, which is a large suburb. Its United Methodist nature is one of the defining aspects of the school. Centenary is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school include, at the school's highest level, the Master's degree.
Centenary is known for its programs in animal science and care and business and management.
Admission at the school is selective, not open to all who apply. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 410. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 410 and 490.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
In 2007-2008, Centenary had 3,028 students enrolled (2,864 full-time equivalent).
The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Pennsylvania Athletic Conference.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Centenary College is a community of learners distinguished by a diverse student body, a dedicated faculty and staff, and stimulating educational opportunities. Centenary College is committed to a quality liberal arts and career studies education with a substantial international dimension to engage students in learning and prepare them for satisfying careers, successful lives, community service and lifelong intellectual pursuits.
As the primary educational and cultural resource for northwest New Jersey, Centenary offers a range of undergraduate, graduate and professional programs as well as non-degree courses for professional and personal development."
More complete details are provided below.
Centenary College
400 Jefferson St
Hackettstown, NJ 07840
General Phone: (908) 852-1400
http://www.centenarycollege.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 462 | business management, accounting |
| Liberal Arts | 175 | liberal arts and sciences, English, sociology, history, political science, English literature, liberal arts and humanities, international relations |
| Education and Teaching | 55 | education courses, school counseling, special ed, college student counseling |
| Therapy and Counseling | 38 | psychology, counseling psychology |
| Animal Science and Care | 23 | equestrian studies |
| Design | 22 | design and applied arts, fashion design, interior design |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 18 | criminal justice and safety |
| Media | 16 | communication studies |
| Mathematics | 13 | mathematics |
| Family and Social Work | 12 | public administration |
| Science | 7 | biology |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 5 | computer and info science |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 1 | theatre arts management |
Number of programs and degrees for Centenary in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 396 | 9 |
| Bachelor's degree | 371 | 19 |
| Associate's degree | 80 | 4 |
In 2007-2008, Centenary had a total enrollment of 3,028 students (2,864 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 37% |
| Women | 63% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 66% |
| Graduate | 34% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 60% |
| Black | 10% |
| Hispanic | 6% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 19% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 8% |
| 20-21 | 16% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 11% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| New Jersey | 66% |
| New York | 5% |
| Pennsylvania | 5% |
| (International Students) | 3% |
| Connecticut | 2% |
| California | 1% |
| New Hampshire | 1% |
| Maryland | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 73 % |
| Part-Time | 55 % |
Centenary offers campus housing for 750 of its 2,864 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Hackettstown, New Jersey for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New Jersey Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,188 | 755 | 64% | 310 | 41% |
| Men | 418 | 253 | 61% | 114 | 45% |
| Women | 770 | 502 | 65% | 196 | 39% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 410 | 490 |
| SAT Math | 410 | 490 |
| SAT Writing | 400 | 500 |
| ACT Verbal | 12 | 23 |
| ACT Math | 15 | 22 |
| ACT Composite | 15 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | recommended |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 89% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 6% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 24,930 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 24,930 |
| Room and board | $ 8,900 |
| Books and supplies | $ 950 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,600 |
Financial Aid:
Centenary participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 259900)
Centenary has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 9 | 2 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 25 | 32 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 4 | $63,625 | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 4 | $63,625 | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 3 | $74,768 | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 10 | $60,068 | 8 | $61,732 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 14 | $65,278 | 17 | $48,791 |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $44,545 | 5 | $45,782 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 30 | $62,417 | 32 | $52,778 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Pennsylvania Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Pennsylvania Athletic Conference |
| Track | Pennsylvania Athletic Conference |
ANIMAL SCIENCE AND CARE
Equestrian/Equine Studies
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
DESIGN
Design and Applied Arts, Other
Fashion/Apparel Design
Interior Design
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Theatre/Theatre Arts Management
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
College Student Counseling and Personnel Services
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Education, Other
Special Education and Teaching, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Administration
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
English Literature (British and Commonwealth)
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Counseling Psychology
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Centenary Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% |  |
| % of degrees in animal science and care (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
United Methodist affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching NCAA athletic conference member
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