Central Christian College of Kansas Acceptance Rate &
Central Christian College of Kansas is a private research university in McPherson, Kansas, enrolling about 380 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 52.71% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $44,468 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $21,000
- 2024 Average Net Price: $11,404 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 52.71% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 380 96.6% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 26.97%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
- First-Generation Students: 47.6%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 1.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 23.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 19.7%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 524
- Room & Board: $9,450 annual estimate
Central Christian College of Kansas: what the data shows
Common questions about Central Christian College of Kansas, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Central Christian College of Kansas?
Central Christian College of Kansas is located in McPherson, KS (ZIP 67460-5740).
NCES locale classification: Town remote.
Is Central Christian College of Kansas public or private?
Central Christian College of Kansas is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Central Christian College of Kansas cost?
Published tuition: $21,000.
Average net price after aid: $11,404.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $11,689 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $5,816 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $10,941 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $17,373 |
| $110,001+ | $15,113 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $84,000.
How hard is it to get into Central Christian College of Kansas?
Admission rate: 52.71%.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Central Christian College of Kansas?
Total enrollment: 380 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 524 students.
Graduate enrollment: 15 students.
About 97% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Central Christian College of Kansas?
150%-time completion rate: 26.97%.
First-year retention: 45.0%.
What do graduates of Central Christian College of Kansas earn?
Median earnings: $37,685 six years after entry; $44,468 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $27,000.
52.40% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Central Christian College of Kansas known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (22 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration (18 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (14 completions)
- Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other (12 completions)
- Psychology, General (9 completions)
- Sport and Fitness Administration/Management (8 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (8 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (5 completions)
- Health/Health Care Administration/Management (5 completions)
- Organizational Leadership (5 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Central Christian College of Kansas a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 52.71%; completion rate 26.97%; median earnings $44,468 at 10 years; net price $11,404. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$21,000
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Central Christian College of Kansas was $21,000.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$11,404
2024 Value
In 2024 Central Christian College of Kansas had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $11,404.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$45,616 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$11,404 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$84,000 4-Year Tuition
$9,450 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,200 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$31,650 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$126,600 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Central Christian College of Kansas.
Financial Aid by Income Level
52.40% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
69.79% 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 Christian College of Kansas 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 Christian College of Kansas 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 | $14,800 | $14,800 | $19,630 |
| 2014 | $16,204 | $16,204 | $13,815 |
| 2015 | $14,501 | $14,501 | $15,826 |
| 2016 | $16,850 | $16,850 | $23,193 |
| 2017 | $17,240 | $17,240 | $14,360 |
| 2018 | $20,350 | $20,350 | $12,131 |
| 2019 | $20,450 | $20,450 | $14,386 |
| 2020 | $20,100 | $20,100 | $13,256 |
| 2021 | $20,225 | $20,225 | $15,466 |
| 2022 | $20,650 | $20,650 | $16,269 |
| 2023 | $21,000 | $21,000 | $12,473 |
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
52.71% Acceptance Rate
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Central Christian College of Kansas reported total enrollment of about 380 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 56% male and 44% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (49.2%), Hispanic or Latino (22.1%), and Black or African American (15.3%). About 52.40% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 47.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
96.6% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Central Christian College of Kansas in 2024 is 380 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 524 students. Graduate enrollment is about 15 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
45.0%
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 49.2%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
21.09% 100% Completion Time
26.97% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 21.09% of students graduating from Central Christian College of Kansas completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 59% male / 41% female
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration: 61% male / 39% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 71% male / 29% 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 Christian College of Kansas.
Return on Investment
$27,000 Median Student Debt
$44,468 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
60.72% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
874.83% Return on Investment
6.1 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Central Christian College of Kansas.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 19 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 22 completions
2. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration: 18 completions
3. Business Administration and Management, General: 14 completions
4. Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other: 12 completions
5. Psychology, General: 9 completions
6. Sport and Fitness Administration/Management: 8 completions
7. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 8 completions
8. Elementary Education and Teaching: 5 completions
9. Health/Health Care Administration/Management: 5 completions
Most popular programs at Central Christian College of Kansas.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Central Christian College of Kansas graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Central Christian College of Kansas from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 19.7%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $4,534
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $3,254
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 Christian College of Kansas is a private non-profit institution located in McPherson, KS, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, Business Administration and Management, General. Enrollment is approximately 380 students. Student body composition includes White (49.2%), Hispanic or Latino (22.1%), Black or African American (15.3%). The admission rate is 52.71%. The 150%-time completion rate is 26.97%. Approximately 52.40% of students receive Pell Grants. About 47.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
Location
McPherson, KS 67460-5740
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 26.97% graduation rate at Central Christian College of Kansas 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 Christian College of Kansas located?
Central Christian College of Kansas is located in McPherson, KS.
What is Central Christian College of Kansas's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Central Christian College of Kansas is 52.7% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
How much does Central Christian College of Kansas cost?
Reported tuition is $21,000 and average net price is $11,404 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $9,450 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Central Christian College of Kansas?
Central Christian College of Kansas reports undergraduate enrollment of about 524 students, White (49.2%), Hispanic or Latino (22.1%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Central Christian College of Kansas?
About 47.6% of students at Central Christian College of Kansas are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Central Christian College of Kansas earn?
Median earnings are $37,685 six years after entry and $44,468 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Central Christian College of Kansas?
The 150%-time completion rate is 27.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Central Christian College of Kansas students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $27,000.
Is Central Christian College of Kansas public or private?
Central Christian College of Kansas is a private nonprofit institution located in McPherson, KS.
Is Central Christian College of Kansas an HBCU?
No. Central Christian College of Kansas is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Central Christian College of Kansas a tribal college?
No. Central Christian College of Kansas is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Central Christian College of Kansas a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Central Christian College of Kansas does not meet that proxy (reported share 22.1%).
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
- Kansas college costs
- Kansas colleges by ROI
- Plains regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Kansas
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.