Central Baptist College
Central Baptist College is a private non-profit institution located in Conway, AR, offering 21 distinct degree programs across various fields of study. Central Baptist College provides students with educational opportunities designed to prepare them for success in their chosen fields.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $19,680
- 2024 Average Net Price: $16,664 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 46.36% Selective
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 477 N/A% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 35.29%
- Average SAT Score: 1022
Costs
Tuition Costs
$19,680
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Central Baptist College was $19,680.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$16,664
2024 Value
In 2024 Central Baptist College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $16,664.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$66,656 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$16,664 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$78,720 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Central Baptist College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
42.20% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
49.47% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
Not reported
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Central Baptist College was not reported in the College Scorecard extract for this institution.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
46.36% Acceptance Rate
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1022
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
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
N/A% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Central Baptist College in 2024 is 477 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
N/A%
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.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
31.94% 100% Completion Time
35.29% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 31.94% of students graduating from Central Baptist College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
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
601.95% Return on Investment
4.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Central Baptist College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 24.0102: 16 completions
CIP 52.0201: 16 completions
CIP 31.0505: 13 completions
CIP 42.9999: 11 completions
General Psychology: 10 completions
Health Professions and Related Programs: 5 completions
Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language: 4 completions
CIP 09.0199: 3 completions
CIP 31.0504: 3 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 103 completions
Most popular programs at Central Baptist College.
Employment Outcomes
$37,681 Median Earnings (6 years after entry)
$42,350 Median Earnings (8 years after entry)
$46,789 Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
Earnings outcomes for Central Baptist College graduates.
About
Central Baptist College is a private non-profit institution located in Conway, AR, offering 21 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 477 students. It is selective, with an admission rate of 46.36%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1022. The institution maintains a 35.29% graduation rate. Approximately 42.20% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Conway, AR 72034
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 35.29% 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.
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
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.