Centre College
Centre College, 600 West Walnut Street, Danville, KY 40422, USA
Centre College is a private liberal arts college in Danville, Kentucky, known for its personalized, interdisciplinary education and emphasis on global experience. Students study with professors in small classes that encourage critical thinking, research, and leadership. The curriculum includes a unique 4-1-4 schedule with a special January term (“CentreTerm”) that supports internships, study abroad, and intensive courses. Centre combines strong academics with active campus life including NCAA Division III athletics and vibrant student involvement.
- Liberal arts focus: Offers ~29 majors and 38 minors across humanities, sciences, and social sciences with opportunities for double majors and self-designed programs.
- Academic calendar: 4-1-4 structure plus CentreTerm for immersive learning and abroad options.
- Study abroad culture: Centre is nationally recognized for high study abroad participation — a large majority of students go abroad at least once.
- Traditions & community: Small-campus culture with close faculty engagement and a high graduation rate.
- Research & fellowships: Centre students regularly earn competitive awards (Fulbright, Goldwater, Rhodes, etc.).
- Athletics: 25 NCAA Division III teams with vibrant campus support.
Undergraduate:
• Application Deadlines: Centre uses regular admissions cycles — typical January 15 regular decision date (standard for many U.S. liberal arts colleges — confirm via admissions). (Exact dates can vary; always check official calendar.)
• Financial aid priority deadlines often align with regular application deadlines; contact international admissions for exact date details.
• Enrollment/confirmation deadline: Usually May 1 for fall entry (standard U.S. college admissions practice).
Graduate:
• Not applicable (Centre doesn’t offer graduate degrees).
Undergraduate (international):
• Secondary school completion equivalent to U.S. high school is required; apply via the Common Application or similar accepted platforms.
• English proficiency required for non-native speakers: TOEFL iBT minimum ~93, IELTS ~7.0, Pearson PTE 64, Duolingo English Test ~125.
• Centre has a test-optional policy for SAT/ACT; scores are not required but accepted if submitted.
• Transcripts and recommendations are part of the holistic review.
• Financial documentation (proof of funds) is needed to issue Form I-20 for F-1 visa.
| Program Level | Annual Cost of Attendance |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $70,340.00 - $70,340.00 |
Undergraduate (international):
• Secondary school completion equivalent to U.S. high school is required; apply via the Common Application or similar accepted platforms.
• English proficiency required for non-native speakers: TOEFL iBT minimum ~93, IELTS ~7.0, Pearson PTE 64, Duolingo English Test ~125.
• Centre has a test-optional policy for SAT/ACT; scores are not required but accepted if submitted.
• Transcripts and recommendations are part of the holistic review.
• Financial documentation (proof of funds) is needed to issue Form I-20 for F-1 visa.
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