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Central Baptist is in Conway, Arkansas. Conway is a town not far from a more urbanized area. The school is classified as a Baptist college. Central Baptist is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Bachelor's degree.
Fields of study in vogue at Central Baptist include business and management.
Not all applicants to the school are accepted.
Approximately 395 students study at Central Baptist (in 2005).
The school makes housing available to a large share of its students. Students at Central Baptist can take advantage of the school's meal plans. Athletic scholarships or financial aid help the school attract student athletes.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Central Baptist College, a community of learners dedicated to the integration of Christian faith and academic excellence, exists to instill in our students a commitment to lifelong learning, spiritual development, and service to God, through a program characterized by academic rigor, practical experience and spiritual direction in a Christ focused environment."
More complete details are provided below.
Central Baptist College
1501 College Ave
Conway, AR 72034
General Phone: (501) 329-6872
http://www.cbc.edu
Central Baptist awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 24 | organizational behavior, business management |
| Liberal Arts | 21 | general studies |
| Religion And Philosophy | 11 | bible studies, religious music |
| Therapy And Counseling | 8 | counseling psychology |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 5 | data processing tech |
| Education And Teaching | 2 | education |
| Music | 1 | music |
Number of programs and degrees for Central Baptist in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 50 | 8 |
| Associate's degree | 22 | 4 |
In 2005, Central Baptist had a total enrollment of 395 students (354 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 42% |
| Women | 58% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 87% |
| Black | 8% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Other Races | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 35% |
| 20-21 | 21% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 6% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Arkansas | 85% |
| Oklahoma | 6% |
| Texas | 2% |
| Missouri | 2% |
| Foreign countries | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 67 % |
| Part-Time | 56 % |
Central Baptist offers campus housing for 148 of its 354 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Conway, Arkansas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Arkansas Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 159 | 131 | 82% | 104 | 79% |
| Men | 77 | 58 | 75% | 44 | 76% |
| Women | 82 | 73 | 89% | 60 | 82% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 16 | 23 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 25 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 85% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 7,950 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,950 |
| Room and board | $ 4,960 |
| Books and supplies | $ 740 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,830 |
Financial Aid:
Central Baptist participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 109300)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 3 | $40,282 | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 1 | * | 3 | $34,185 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 4 | $23,788 | 1 | * |
| Instructor | academic year | 5 | $21,379 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 13 | $26,603 | 7 | $31,010 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 31 | 16 | 47 |
| Basketball | 19 | 12 | 31 |
| Baseball | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| All Other Sports | 0 | 4 | 4 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Organizational Behavior Studies
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Religious/Sacred Music
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Central Baptist Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 16% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Baptist affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Remedial classes for students Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships
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