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Private 4 Year

Centenary College of Louisiana

Shreveport, Louisiana

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Overview

Enrollment

556
Centenary College of Louisiana overview
Location Shreveport, Louisiana
Online centenary.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Midsize City
Religious Affiliation United Methodist
Centenary College of Louisiana overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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Centenary College of Louisiana, located in Shreveport in the northwestern region of the state, is the oldest chartered liberal arts college west of the Mississippi River, established in 1825. The 65-acre campus, situated in a residential area of Shreveport, features both modern facilities and historic buildings characterized by Georgian-Colonial architecture. Operating as a private institution affiliated with the United Methodist Church, Centenary maintains selective admission standards and emphasizes a core curriculum in the liberal arts tradition. The college is known for its programs in business, pre-medical studies, and performing arts, with the Hurley School of Music serving as a cultural center for the region. Students are required to live on campus for their first two years, with housing provided in traditional residence halls and apartment-style complexes.

Ratings

6/10

Overall

7/10

Academics

9/10

Resources

5/10

Outcomes

6/10

Value

Centenary College of Louisiana is rated within the top 41% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

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Admission Standards

Average
Centenary College of Louisiana overview
SAT 1080/1260
ACT 21/27
GPA 3.56

Applications Accepted

63.7% 
Centenary College of Louisiana overview
Applications Due Dec 15, 2024
Applicant Competition Low
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$38,820
Costs for Centenary College of Louisiana
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,300
Other Fees$0
Room and Board $13,940
Budget for Other Expenses$4,740
Total One Year Cost$58,800

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$52,500 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

58% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Centenary College of Louisiana students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 19%
Visual and Performing Arts 15%
Biology 13%
Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies 7%
Physical Sciences 6%

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Last updated February 24, 2024