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Centre College is located in Danville, Kentucky. It is a four-year, private, liberal arts college. It was founded in 1819 by Presbyterian Leaders, and is among the country’s oldest schools. The campus is spread across an area of 150 acres. The college offers degrees with minors and majors in subjects including dramatic arts, education, gender studies, economics, and computer science.
The athletics teams of Centre College are known as the Colonels. They compete in the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference and the Division III of the NCAA. The Colonels participate in sports such as tennis, basketball, golf, swimming and diving, and soccer. Additionally, the students are also involved in numerous clubs and organizations such as the Centre Catholic Community, Centre Chess Club, Art Society, Badminton Club, and International Student Association.
Centre College is in a town not particularly near any major cities, in Danville, KY. The school has a Presbyterian Church (USA) religious affiliation. Centre College is classified as a private, not-for-profit college. Students at the school earn degrees up to the Bachelor's degree.
There are more programs of study at Centre College than you'll find at most colleges of similar size. The most common major fields study at the school include science, art studies, drama and performing arts, and liberal arts.
Centre College does not admit all applicants. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2007-2008 was 560 to 700 for students at the school. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 570 and 670.
One indicator of school quality is the number of students per professor, and here Centre College does well in comparison to most schools. Some professors at the school are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members. Faculty salaries at Centre College are higher than most.
The school, in 2007-2008, had 1,189 students (1,188 full-time equivalent).
Centre College is not thought of as a commuter school, and many students live on campus or nearby. Dorm living is common. Centre College makes available student meal plans. Athletic teams at the school belong to the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference for major sports.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Centre College is a small, independent, and selective educational community dedicated to study in the liberal arts as a means to develop the intellectual, personal, and moral potential of its students. Centre nurtures in its students the ability to think logically and critically, to work creatively, to analyze and compare values, and to write and speak with clarity and grace. It acquaints students with the range of accomplishments of the human mind and spirit in a variety of arts and theoretical disciplines. It enables students to choose and fulfill significant responsibilities in society. In short, CentreÆs highest priority is to prepare its students for lives of learning, leadership, and service."
More complete details are provided below.
Centre College
600 W Walnut St
Danville, KY 40422-1394
General Phone: (859) 238-5200
http://www.centre.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 156 | English, political science, history, economics courses, economics, social studies, international studies, Spanish language, ... |
| Science | 52 | biology, biochem/biophysics courses, chemistry, physics, physical chemistry |
| Therapy and Counseling | 22 | psychology, psychobiology |
| Religion and Philosophy | 14 | religion, philosophy |
| Fine Arts | 13 | fine arts, art history and criticism |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 9 | drama |
| Mathematics | 5 | mathematics |
| Education and Teaching | 4 | elementary school teaching |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 3 | computer science |
| Music | 3 | music |
Number of programs and degrees for Centre College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 281 | 28 |
In 2007-2008, Centre College had a total enrollment of 1,189 students (1,188 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 47% |
| Women | 50% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 90% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 51% |
| 20-21 | 43% |
| 22-24 | 4% |
| 25-29 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Kentucky | 56% |
| Tennessee | 11% |
| Ohio | 5% |
| Massachusetts | 4% |
| Indiana | 4% |
| Georgia | 3% |
| Texas | 2% |
| Florida | 2% |
| (International Students) | 2% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Alabama | 1% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| Delaware | 1% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| Louisiana | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 94 % |
Centre College offers campus housing for 1,210 of its 1,188 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Danville, Kentucky for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Kentucky Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 16 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,176 | 1,367 | 63% | 337 | 25% |
| Men | 1,044 | 632 | 61% | 157 | 25% |
| Women | 1,132 | 735 | 65% | 170 | 23% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 560 | 700 |
| SAT Math | 570 | 670 |
| SAT Writing | 550 | 680 |
| ACT Verbal | 26 | 32 |
| ACT Math | 25 | 29 |
| ACT Composite | 26 | 30 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 32% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 68% |
| 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 | $ 29,600 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 29,600 |
| Room and board | $ 7,400 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,100 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,100 |
Financial Aid:
Centre College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 196100)
Centre College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 42 | 21 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 9 | 14 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 12 | 8 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 31 | $83,192 | 12 | $79,457 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 13 | $64,978 | 9 | $63,857 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 17 | $54,562 | 17 | $52,924 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 5 | $49,214 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 63 | $70,599 | 43 | $62,185 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference |
| Track | Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference |
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General
Economics, General
Economics, Other
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
International/Global Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, Other
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology, Other
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physical and Theoretical Chemistry
Physics, General
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Physiological Psychology/Psychobiology
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Centre College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Presbyterian Church (USA) affiliation Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force) NCAA athletic conference member
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