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Central Christian is found in McPherson, Kansas. 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 business and management and liberal arts.
Admission to the school is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Hats off to the 45% of those who apply who get accepted. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 450. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 400 and 560. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
Students numbered 326 in 2005 at the school.
Central Christian has a residential or campus feel. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Central Christian offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference. Central Christian 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
Central Christian awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 36 | liberal arts and sciences |
| Business And Management | 23 | business |
| Religion And Philosophy | 11 | theological and ministerial studies |
| Therapy And Counseling | 1 | psychology |
| Medical Support And Technology | 1 | health service and sciences |
| Music | 1 | music performance |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 1 | drama |
Number of programs and degrees for Central Christian in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 55 | 7 |
| Associate's degree | 19 | 1 |
In 2005, Central Christian had a total enrollment of 326 students (314 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 81% |
| Black | 10% |
| Hispanic | 5% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Kansas | 25% |
| Texas | 23% |
| Oklahoma | 9% |
| Colorado | 8% |
| Wisconsin | 3% |
| Missouri | 3% |
| Iowa | 3% |
| Foreign countries | 2% |
| Illinois | 2% |
| Nebraska | 2% |
| Washington | 2% |
| Louisiana | 2% |
| California | 2% |
| New York | 2% |
| Wyoming | 2% |
| Arkansas | 2% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Idaho | 1% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| Maryland | 1% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 56 % |
Central Christian offers campus housing for 260 of its 314 (full-time) students.
(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 | 626 | 283 | 45% | 97 | 34% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 450 | 610 |
| SAT Math | 400 | 560 |
| ACT Verbal | 17 | 26 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 26 |
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) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 16% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 84% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 14,100 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 14,100 |
| Room and board | $ 4,500 |
| Room charge | $ 2,100 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,400 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,500 |
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 (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 14 | $29,131 | 6 | $28,339 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 14 | $29,131 | 6 | $28,339 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference |
| Track | Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 49 | 51 | 100 |
| Basketball | 14 | 13 | 27 |
| Baseball | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| Track | 3 | 1 | 4 |
| All Other Sports | 17 | 37 | 54 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business/Commerce, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
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 2% |  |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Free Methodist affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Offers athletic scholarships
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