Central Baptist College Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Central Baptist College is a private university in Conway, Arkansas, enrolling about 484 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 63.46% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $46,789 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $21,330
- 2024 Average Net Price: $12,287 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 63.46% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 484 92.8% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 34.11%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
- First-Generation Students: 34.6%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 11.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 11.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 32.5%
- Average SAT Score: 1046
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 590
- Applicants (IPEDS): 302
- Room & Board: $8,500 annual estimate
Central Baptist College: what the data shows
Common questions about Central Baptist College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Central Baptist College?
Central Baptist College is located in Conway, AR (ZIP 72034).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Central Baptist College public or private?
Central Baptist College is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Central Baptist College cost?
Published tuition: $21,330.
Average net price after aid: $12,287.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $11,750 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $12,659 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $12,067 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $14,382 |
| $110,001+ | $11,408 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $85,320.
How hard is it to get into Central Baptist College?
Admission rate: 63.46%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1046 and midpoint ACT 21.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Central Baptist College?
Total enrollment: 484 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 590 students.
About 93% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Central Baptist College?
150%-time completion rate: 34.11%.
First-year retention: 62.7%.
What do graduates of Central Baptist College earn?
Median earnings: $37,681 six years after entry; $46,789 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $22,250.
39.82% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Central Baptist College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- General Studies (16 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (16 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (13 completions)
- Psychology, Other (11 completions)
- Psychology, General (10 completions)
- Health Professions and Related Programs (5 completions)
- Physical Education Teaching and Coaching (4 completions)
- Communication and Media Studies, Other (3 completions)
- Sport and Fitness Administration/Management (3 completions)
- Bible/Biblical Studies (3 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Central Baptist College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 63.46%; completion rate 34.11%; median earnings $46,789 at 10 years; net price $12,287. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$21,330
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Central Baptist College was $21,330.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$12,287
2024 Value
In 2024 Central Baptist College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $12,287.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$49,148 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$12,287 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$85,320 4-Year Tuition
$8,500 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,888 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$31,718 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$126,872 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Central Baptist College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
39.82% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
46.73% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Central Baptist College was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Central Baptist College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $13,350 | $13,350 | $11,539 |
| 2014 | $13,800 | $13,800 | $12,237 |
| 2015 | $14,400 | $14,400 | $15,829 |
| 2016 | $15,000 | $15,000 | $14,512 |
| 2017 | $15,750 | $15,750 | $17,035 |
| 2018 | $16,200 | $16,200 | $14,485 |
| 2019 | $16,650 | $16,650 | $16,619 |
| 2020 | $17,100 | $17,100 | $15,482 |
| 2021 | $17,400 | $17,400 | $23,545 |
| 2022 | $17,700 | $17,700 | $18,852 |
| 2023 | $19,680 | $19,680 | $16,664 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
63.46% Acceptance Rate
302 Total Applicants
140 Students Admitted
104 First-Time Students Enrolled
74.29% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1046
ACT Average: 21
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Central Baptist College reported total enrollment of about 484 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 56% male and 44% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (58.5%), Black or African American (13.0%), and Hispanic or Latino (11.2%). About 39.82% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 34.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
92.8% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Central Baptist College in 2024 is 484 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 590 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
62.7%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 58.5%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
25.60% 100% Completion Time
34.11% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 25.60% of students graduating from Central Baptist College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- General Studies: 44% male / 56% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 50% male / 50% female
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 31% male / 69% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Central Baptist College.
Return on Investment
$22,250 Median Student Debt
$46,789 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
47.55% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
852.00% Return on Investment
4.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Central Baptist College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 21 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. General Studies: 16 completions
2. Business Administration and Management, General: 16 completions
3. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 13 completions
4. Psychology, Other: 11 completions
5. Psychology, General: 10 completions
6. Health Professions and Related Programs: 5 completions
7. Physical Education Teaching and Coaching: 4 completions
8. Communication and Media Studies, Other: 3 completions
9. Sport and Fitness Administration/Management: 3 completions
Most popular programs at Central Baptist College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Central Baptist College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Central Baptist College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 32.5%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $5,523
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $4,192
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Central Baptist College is a private non-profit institution located in Conway, AR, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were General Studies, Business Administration and Management, General, Exercise Science and Kinesiology. Enrollment is approximately 484 students. Student body composition includes White (58.5%), Black or African American (13.0%), Hispanic or Latino (11.2%). The admission rate is 63.46%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1046. The 150%-time completion rate is 34.11%. Approximately 39.82% of students receive Pell Grants. About 34.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
Location
Conway, AR 72034
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 34.11% graduation rate at Central Baptist College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Central Baptist College located?
Central Baptist College is located in Conway, AR.
What is Central Baptist College's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Central Baptist College is 63.5% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 302 applicants and 140 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Central Baptist College cost?
Reported tuition is $21,330 and average net price is $12,287 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $8,500 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Central Baptist College?
Central Baptist College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 590 students, White (58.5%), Black or African American (13.0%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Central Baptist College?
About 34.6% of students at Central Baptist College are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Central Baptist College?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Central Baptist College reports midpoint SAT about 1046 and midpoint ACT about 21.
What do graduates of Central Baptist College earn?
Median earnings are $37,681 six years after entry and $46,789 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Central Baptist College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 34.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Central Baptist College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $22,250.
Is Central Baptist College public or private?
Central Baptist College is a private nonprofit institution located in Conway, AR.
Is Central Baptist College an HBCU?
No. Central Baptist College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Central Baptist College a tribal college?
No. Central Baptist College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Arkansas college costs
- Arkansas colleges by ROI
- Conway, Arkansas city profile
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Arkansas
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.