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Centenary College of Louisiana

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Centenary College of Louisiana

Shreveport, LA

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Private

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Comprehensive

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Centenary College of Louisiana, located in the vibrant city of Shreveport, stands as one of the oldest liberal arts colleges in the region. It is a place where tradition meets innovation, fostering a close-knit community of learners and leaders.
721
Students
61%
Acceptance Rate
Undergrads
705
Classification
Comprehensive
Type
Private, Religious
Religious Affiliation
Protestant
Website
centenary.edu
At Centenary, students experience a personalized education with a strong emphasis on academic excellence and community engagement. The college offers a wide range of programs designed to cultivate curiosity, critical thinking, and a global perspective. With a commitment to service and a dynamic campus atmosphere, Centenary empowers students to make a meaningful impact in their communities and beyond. The college's rich history and enthusiastic embracement of new ideas provide a unique environment where students can thrive both personally and professionally.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Centenary College of Louisiana?

61% acceptance rate
Somewhat Selective
Admission Standards
Grades & Testing
Average SAT score
Unknown
Testing
Unknown
Average High School GPA
3.55
Application Deadlines
Regular Application Deadline
July 31
Early Decision
No

The most important factors Centenary College of Louisiana considers when admitting students are:

  • •Academic GPA
  • •Application Essay
  • •Level of Applicant's Interest

Financials

See what it costs to attend Centenary College of Louisiana.

$ 67,250
Overall list price
$ 25,953
Average net price
$ 40,600
Merit Price™
Very Generous
Merit Meter™

Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Centenary College of Louisiana?

Urban
Campus Setting
Republican
State vote for president
Moderate
Greek participation
Weather
Sunny days
Sunny
Average winter temp
52°
Average summer temp
82°

Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Centenary College of Louisiana.

9:1
Student to faculty ratio
53%
4-year grad rate
62%
6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Centenary - Louisiana are:

  • Biology/Biological Sciences, General
  • Business Administration and Management, General
  • Psychology, General

Demographics

Who attends Centenary College of Louisiana?

No
State DEI laws
Student Body
Students
721
Women
50%
Men
50%

Housing

What's it like living at Centenary College of Louisiana?

$15,500
Room & Board
87
%
Students on campus

FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into Centenary College of Louisiana?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.55.

How much does Centenary College of Louisiana cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $67,250 to attend Centenary - Louisiana.

How many people attend Centenary College of Louisiana?

721 people attend Centenary - Louisiana. 705 are undergraduate students and 16 are graduate students.

Where is Centenary College of Louisiana located?

Centenary College of Louisiana is located in Shreveport, Louisiana. It is in an Urban environment.

Can I get into Centenary College of Louisiana with a 3.5 GPA?

In the most recent class of admissions, 56% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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