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Central College

country rank  950
world rank  2841

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Overview

Established in 1853, the Central College is a non-profit private liberal arts higher education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Pella (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Iowa. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Central College (CUI) is a very small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Reformed religion. Central College (CUI) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 172-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. CUI also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Central College's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Central College's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Central College' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small sized

Selectivity

Central College's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym CUI
Founded 1853
Motto
Colours Red and white
Mascot Dutch
Video Presentation

University Location

Address 812 University
Pella
50219 Iowa
United States
Central College's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Central College Phone Number (877) 462 3687
Central College Fax Number (641) 628 5316
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Central College is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Central College's academic range and degree level offering.



Central College: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Central College's areas of study and degree levels currently offered. The above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Central College categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Central College.



Central College: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) Not reported
International
students		 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) Not reported

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Central College's yearly tuition fees, which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e., face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Central College's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Central College's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 70-79% making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Central College's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Central College's Admission Office Admission Office

812 University Street
Pella 50219-1999
(641) 628 5286
877 462 3687

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Central College's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate. The above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

Central College's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Central College's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Central College's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Central College's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Central College's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a rural setting.


Central College's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Central College's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Central College is Christian-Reformed Religious Affiliation

Christian-Reformed. Reformed Church in America - www.rca.org


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Central College's Library University Library

Yes Visit Central College's Library
Central College's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 106,102 physical volumes, 3,863 physical media and 28 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 8 full-time employees, including 2 librarians. Central College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Central College's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the Central College provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,405 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Central College's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Central College's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Central College's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Central College's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Central College's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level Source: IPDES.

Central College's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Central College's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Central College's facilities and services. The information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Central College's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Central College is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Central College's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Chemical Society
  • Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Central College as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Central College's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
  • Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE)
  • Council for Higher Education Accreditation
  • Institute of International Education (IIE)
  • Iowa Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (IAICU)
  • Iowa Campus Compact (IACC)
  • Iowa College Foundation (ICF)
  • Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (IIAC)
  • National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (NAICU)
  • American College and University Presidents Climate Commitment (ACUPCC)
  • Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE)
  • American Council on Education (ACE)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Central College 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of Central College's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Central College's Facebook page review

X X (Twitter)

Central College's X page review

YouTube YouTube

Central College's Youtube page review

Instagram Instagram

Central College's Instagram page review

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Central College's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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