Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002003
- Phone: (318) 678-6000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
59.78%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
9:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$27,039Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Centenary College of Louisiana
6220 East Texas, Bossier City, LA
Centenary College of Louisiana is a nonprofit private university that has a large selection of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Shreveport, LA, in a predominantly urban area. The school maintains a United Methodist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Centenary College of Louisiana, with only about 900 students enrolled, offers smaller class sizes and hands on instruction as part of its commitment to students.
Areas of study available at Centenary College of Louisiana include but are not limited to:
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Recreation And Fitness Studies
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Psychology
- English Language And Literature
The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken in order to apply to this school. Scores within the range of 21 - 27 on the ACT or 968 - 1200 on the SAT are needed to increase your chances for acceptance. 63% of those who apply are accepted to this school, of which 34% choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.
Tuition is approximately $28,000 annually, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students may visit the school's tuition calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is around $4,900. Some students at Centenary College of Louisiana may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The mascot for Centenary College of Louisiana is the "Gentlemen", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through oversight by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Gymnastics (NCAA Division I-AAA)
For a complete list of areas of study, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.centenary.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may provide a better idea of the candidates Centenary College of Louisiana accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Centenary College of Louisiana has a total student population of about 590, with undergraduate students making up about 94% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are between $37,000-$45,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- Per unit charges are around $1,700 for part time students
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $27,086 |
Receiving Student Loans | 69% | $8,491 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Centenary College of Louisiana may provide services to students including:
- Academic counseling for students
- Assistance to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Music Program
- * Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation (since 1936)
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- * Accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (since 2007)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Centenary College of Louisiana is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division III without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference)
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Centenary College of Louisiana by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Neuroscience (B)
- Biochemistry (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, M)
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
History
- History (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Social Sciences
- Economics (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Sociology (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Music (B)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002003
- Phone: (318) 678-6000
- School Homepage