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Central Christian is found in McPherson, KS. McPherson is a self-contained town. Applicants to the school are attracted by its Free Methodist identity. Central Christian is a private, not-for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Bachelor's degree at the school.
Central Christian is known for its programs in music, nutrition and exercise therapy, and liberal arts.
Admission to the school is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Hats off to the 72% of those who apply who get accepted. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 350. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 360 and 450.
Students numbered 364 in 2007-2008 at Central Christian.
The school has a residential or campus feel. Central Christian offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school offers students meal plans. Central Christian values student athletics, and belongs to the Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference. The school offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.
More complete details are provided below.
Central Christian College Of Kansas
1200 S Main
McPherson, KS 67460-5740
General Phone: (620) 241-0723
http://www.centralchristian.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 39 | liberal arts and sciences, social services, English, general studies |
| Business and Management | 17 | business |
| Religion and Philosophy | 13 | theological and ministerial studies |
| Therapy and Counseling | 6 | psychology |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 4 | exercise science, sports and fitness management |
| Music | 3 | music |
| Law | 1 | pre-law |
| Science | 1 | natural sciences |
| Media | 1 | mass communication |
Number of programs and degrees for Central Christian in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 62 | 12 |
| Associate's degree | 23 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Central Christian had a total enrollment of 364 students (353 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 48% |
| Women | 52% |
| Full-Time | 66% |
| Part-Time | 34% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 80% |
| Black | 9% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 28% |
| 20-21 | 36% |
| 22-24 | 21% |
| 25-29 | 4% |
| 30-34 | 2% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Kansas | 38% |
| Texas | 19% |
| Oklahoma | 9% |
| (International Students) | 7% |
| Colorado | 6% |
| Nebraska | 5% |
| Illinois | 4% |
| Missouri | 4% |
| Kentucky | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Idaho | 1% |
| New Mexico | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Hawaii | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 75 % |
| Part-Time | 27 % |
Central Christian offers campus housing for 291 of its 353 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of McPherson, Kansas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Kansas Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 356 | 255 | 72% | 189 | 74% |
| Men | 181 | 150 | 83% | 90 | 60% |
| Women | 175 | 105 | 60% | 99 | 94% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 350 | 470 |
| SAT Math | 360 | 450 |
| SAT Writing | 310 | 420 |
| ACT Verbal | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 12% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 87% |
| 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 | $ 16,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 16,000 |
| Room and board | $ 5,500 |
| Room charge | $ 2,500 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,000 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,000 |
Financial Aid:
Central Christian participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 190800)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | academic year | 13 | $31,023 | 6 | $29,848 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 13 | $31,023 | 6 | $29,848 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference |
| Track | Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 80 | 61 | 141 |
| Baseball | 28 | 0 | 28 |
| Basketball | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| Track | 7 | 3 | 10 |
| All Other Sports | 25 | 58 | 83 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business/Commerce, General
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Social Sciences, General
MEDIA
Mass Communication/Media Studies
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Central Christian Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Free Methodist affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Offers athletic scholarships
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