Campus Identity
Centre College is a small private nonprofit college in Danville, KY. Approximately 1,400 students are enrolled. Admissions are moderately selective with a 54% acceptance rate. Greek life is active on campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 38/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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At a Glance
Centre College is a small private nonprofit college in Danville, KY. Approximately 1,400 students are enrolled. Admissions are moderately selective with a 54% acceptance rate. Greek life is active on campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 38/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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Campus Lifestyle
Centre College is a 1,000–4,999, small-town school with NCAA D3 athletics and a greek life dominant Greek scene. The campus is 104 miles from Perfect North Slopes.
Athletics
NCAA D3
Southern Athletic Association
Greek Life
Greek Life Dominant
52% frats · 53% sororities
School Size & Setting
1,000–4,999
Town setting
Weather
Warm Climate
49°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Centre College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Perfect North Slopes, 104 miles away with 12 lifts and 100 skiable acres. All are within 150 miles of campus.
Indiana
Indiana
Tennessee
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Danville, KY
Danville has a mild climate, with winters averaging 33°F in Jan and summers peaking around 76°F in Jul.
Station: DANVILLE · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Centre College in KY earns a composite safety score of 38/100, rated Less Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | Annual Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $52,820 |
| Room & Board | $14,340 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $67,160 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
25 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Centre College located?
Centre College is located in Danville, KY. The main campus address is 625 W Walnut St, Danville, KY. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.
What is the acceptance rate at Centre College?
Centre College has an acceptance rate of 54%, making it moderately selective. Out of 3,747 applicants, 2,037 were admitted in the most recent year. 1,400 students enrolled.
What ACT score do you need for Centre College?
The middle 50% of enrolled students at Centre College scored between 25 and 32 on the ACT, with a median of 29. About 46% of enrolled students submitted ACT scores. Scoring in this range will put you within the typical range, though admissions decisions consider many factors.
How much does it cost to attend Centre College?
For the 2024-25 academic year, Centre College charges $52,820/year in tuition. Including room and board ($14,340/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $46,000/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $20,781/year — what students actually pay. Use Centre College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Does Centre College have college sports?
Yes — Centre College competes at the NCAA D3 level in the Southern Athletic Association. Division III programs emphasize academic achievement alongside athletic competition, without athletic scholarships.
Is Centre College the right fit for me?
Whether Centre College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (54% admit rate), avg net price ($20,781/year after aid), campus culture in Danville, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Centre College against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Centre College directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Private
- Location
- Danville, KY
- Size
- 1,000–4,999
- Degrees Offered
- Bachelor's
- NCAA
- NCAA D3
- Conference
- Southern Athletic Association
- School Year Weather
- Warm · 49°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 38/100
- Nearest Airport
- Lexington, KY (LEX) · 29 mialso SME (42 mi), LOZ (55 mi)
Location
Danville, KY