Centre College Admission Requirements

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Centre College is 54.3%.  Its admission rate is the 4th lowest in Kentucky.

Admission Selectivity

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

Centre College is a more competitive school to get into. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 1,753 out of the 3,226 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. 21% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Centre College?

54% 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.

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

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

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 54% 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 2024

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. 9% of students submitted SAT scores and 46% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

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 1230-1423. Students who get into Centre College score in the top 20 percent of all SAT test takers..  Centre College ranks #1 in the state of Kentucky and #152 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 1230 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1230, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1130, 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.

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 1326, you have around a 54% chance of being admitted. A 1423 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 69% chance of getting in.

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

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 26 and 32.  The school ranks #1 in Kentucky and #167 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 26 and score in the score in the top 18 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 23.

46 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

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 54% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 69% with a 32 ACT score.

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.

Admission Statistics

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

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

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?

Credits Accepted

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Centre College is fairly competitive, you have a decent chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.62 GPA, you have a good shot at getting in. An SAT score of 1330 will further improve your application. If you can get a 1423 on the SAT you will have a very good chance on getting in. Additionally a 29 on the ACT places you in a strong position.