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Centre College
Your future, front and centre.
Personal, supportive, enriching experiences—a Centre education focuses on you.
Learn why Centre is the place for you
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Centre Meets Full Need
We’re committed to making sure a world-class education is accessible to everyone.
See Beyond College Cost
The Centre Experience
Becoming a Centre student includes study abroad, participation in hands-on research or internships locally and around the world, community engagement and the chance to engage with alumni and industry leaders as part of our career readiness program. And with our commitment to helping you graduate in four years, you can enter your career or pursue further studies on time. The return on investment you get from Centre is a dividend that will pay you back for the rest of your life.
Experiential Learning
A life-changing global experience? Mentored research in the lab or in the field? Work and travel with Centre professors, and discover what's possible with our curriculum.
Community Engagement
Why wait for graduation to start having an impact? Centre is a community of difference-makers, whether here on campus or around the world.
Career Readiness
Expand your knowledge and your network through internship opportunities and Career Exploration Communities that prepare you for a purposeful career and meaningful life.
Experience More From a Centre Education
Explore Our Programs
We believe in big-picture learning—and so do today’s employers. A well-rounded liberal arts and sciences education prepares you to succeed and adapt in an ever-changing world.
See Our Majors, Minors, and Pre-Professional Programs
Centre Meets Full Need
From studying Chinese and Spanish to majoring in Behavioral Neuroscience, I’ve been able to explore my passions because my financial aid package made attending college possible. This support has empowered me to embrace every academic and extracurricular opportunity to the fullest, without financial barriers.
Indy Rodriguez
Behavioral Neuroscience, class of 2025
$47M
Over $47 million in Centre scholarships and grants awarded this coming year.
$40k
Average student aid given by Centre.
No.7
Nationally ranked for merit scholarship awards.
See Beyond College Cost
Student Voices
Lyla Bordwine
I like how there is always something to do at Centre with a lot of clubs having events and there is a wonderful community among my track teammates as well.
Major + Year
Chemistry, class of 2028
Hometown
Cincinnati, OH
Britton Reid
What really drew me to Centre was the size. It's a very close-knit and supportive community. I wanted that personalized attention from professors that you can't get in a huge lecture hall.
Major + Year
History, class of 2028
Hometown
Louisville, KY
Claire Summit
I came to Centre because of all the opportunities here, from getting a great education to studying abroad and they gave me the best financial aid package of any college I applied to.
Major + Year
Business, class of 2028
Hometown
Louisville, KY
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Launch Experience
Commencement 2026
Event Information
Everything both parents and students need to know about the upcoming graduation celebration, May 23rd and 24th 2026.
Learn more about Commencement 2026
Experience Campus
Schedule a Visit
Visit campus and see for yourself if Centre feels right for you. We would love to see you in-person, but if you want a sneak-peek, check out our virtual options.
Learn More About Our Campus
98% OF STUDENTS LIVE ON CAMPUS
Life at Centre
Living in a community with other bright and interesting students is the heart of the Centre experience. Relax with your roommate. Get coffee with a classmate. Hit the gym with a teammate.
Learn More About Life at Centre
Study Abroad & Away
Centre is a national leader in study abroad with 84% of students studying abroad and away at least once and 43% do so more than once. With over 30 international and US locations each year, all Centre students are guaranteed a study abroad or study away opportunity.
Explore Our Study Abroad and Away Options
Gold and White in the Bluegrass
Athletics
Centre is home to 25 NCAA Division III men’s and women’s teams that boast plenty of conference titles and post-season appearances. Plus, nearly three-quarters of students participate in intramural and club sports.
Learn More About Centre Athletics
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