B
Good
Score: 64/100

Centre College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Danville, Kentucky 40422
🌐 https://www.centre.edu/
Outcomes
A
89/100
Affordability
F
19/100
Resources
B
67/100
Experience
A+
94/100
Prestige
C+
51/100

Quick Stats

1,356
Total Enrollment
85%
Graduation Rate
88%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
54%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Centre College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $255,357
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,122/mo — vs ~$724/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 40422 (3.4% cap, Danville)

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🏆 Where Centre College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥈
Economics, Other
of 4 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $50,250 $50,250
Room $6,520
Board $6,520
Total Cost (On-Campus) $68,035 $68,035

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
19%
Receive Pell Grants
44%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

1,356
Total Students
52%
Women
99%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 73%
Hispanic 8%
Black 5%
Asian 4%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Centre College?
Centre College has an acceptance rate of 54%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Centre College?
Tuition at Centre College is $50,250 for in-state students and $50,250 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Centre College?
The graduation rate at Centre College is 85%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Centre College a good school?
Centre College has a Repit College Score of 64/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Centre College?
Centre College has a total enrollment of 1,356 students. Most students (99%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Compare with other 4-Year private non-profit institutions of similar size.

B
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C+
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C+
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C+
Bellarmine University
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C
Brescia University
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C
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology