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Your chances of getting into Centre College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

62.8%
Admission Difficulty for Centre College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Very High 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Centre College is 62.8%.  Its admission rate is the 7th lowest in Kentucky.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Centre College and can you get accepted?

Centre College is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 1,712 out of the 2,724 who applied were admitted.

Centre College typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.62. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top ten percent of their high school class or better. 23% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Centre College?

63% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Centre College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.62 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1330 on the SAT
  • Score 29 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top 10% of your high school class

Centre College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.62

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Centre College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Centre College are to have around a 3.62 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Centre College accepts 63% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Centre College is 3.62 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #6 in Kentucky for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Centre College is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.6 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Centre College SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Centre College. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 11% of students submitted SAT scores and 51% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1195-1470

Applicants Submitting SAT 

11%
SAT Scores for Centre College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 595
Math 25th Percentile 600
Composite 25th Percentile 1195
SAT Scores for Centre College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 710
Math 75th Percentile 760
Composite 75th Percentile 1470
Average SAT Score 1330

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Centre College?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Centre College is 1330 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1195-1470. Students who get into Centre College score in the top 100 percent of all SAT test takers..  Centre College ranks #1 in the state of Kentucky and #150 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1330 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Centre College regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1195 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1195, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1060, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Centre College is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1330 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1332, you have around a 63% chance of being admitted. A 1470 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 76% chance of getting in.

Centre College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1470 and Above Good >76%
1332 to 1470 Avg + 63%-76%
1195 to 1332 Avg - 47%-63%
1058 to 1195 Reach 32%-47%
Less than 1058 Low <32%
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Centre College ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

27-32 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

51%
ACT Scores for Centre College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 26
Math 25th Percentile 27
Composite 25th Percentile 27
ACT Scores for Centre College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 34
Math 75th Percentile 30
Composite 75th Percentile 32
Average ACT Score 29

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Centre College?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Centre College is 29, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 27 and 32.  The school ranks #1 in Kentucky and #166 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 29. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 27 and score in the score in the top 15 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 24.

51 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Centre College.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Centre College is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Centre College for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 29 score has around 63% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 79% with a 32 ACT score.

Centre College admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
32 and Above Good >79%
29 to 32 Avg + 63%-79%
27 to 29 Avg - 50%-63%
25 to 27 Reach 38%-50%
Less than 25 Low <38%
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High School Class Rank

52% of Centre College freshman are in the top ten percent of their high school graduating class. For your application to be competitive, you need to graduate at the top of your class.

High School Class Rank for admitted Centre College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 52%
Top 25% of class 80%
Top 50% of class 97%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Centre College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,352 1,339 2,724
Accepted 873 820 1,712
Acceptance Rate 65% 61% 63%
Enrolled 198 195 400
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 23% 24% 23%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jan 15, 2025

Days left to Apply

21

Applicants have 21 days left until the Fall 2025 term applications are due on Jan 15, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Centre College is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Centre College and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Centre College Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Centre College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit No
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Centre College is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.62 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1330 on the SAT and 29 on the ACT will further lock in your application.

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to Centre College often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=156408 IPEDS survey data for Centre College.

Last updated February 24, 2024