- Central Christian College of Kansas is a private evangelical Christian college in McPherson, Kansas, United States. Central Christian is affiliated with the Free Methodist Church.
School Highlights
Central Christian College of Kansas serves 738 students (72% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the state community college average of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 40%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 738 students
- Private-state tuition: $16,204
- Acceptance Rate: 50%
- Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
- Minority enrollment: 45%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Central Christian College of Kansas ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Selectivity
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Central Christian College of Kansas
(KS) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
86 staff
155 staff
Student Body
The student population of Central Christian College of Kansas has grown by 9% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 has increased from 7:1 over five years.
The Central Christian College of Kansas diversity score of 0.64 is more than the state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has grown by 5% over five years.
Total Enrollment
738 students
2,057 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
16:1
# Full-Time Students
529 students
606 students
# Part-Time Students
209 students
1,451 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
703 students
229 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
494 students
569 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
35 students
11 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
209 students
1,424 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
5 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
300 students
342 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
1%
% Asian
2%
3%
% Hispanic
19%
15%
% Black
11%
8%
% White
55%
60%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
2%
2%
% Unknown races
5%
6%
Diversity Score
0.64
0.60
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
41%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
31%
31%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,400
$34,000
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $16,204 is less than the state average of $17,451. The private state tuition has declined by 19% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$16,204
$17,451
Tuition Notes
$288 per credit hour
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
90%
Median Debt for Graduates
$27,000
$8,892
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,540
$5,467
Acceptance Rate
50%
100%
SAT Reading
445
445
SAT Math
445
445
SAT Writing
365
365
ACT Composite
21
21
ACT English
21
21
ACT Math
20
20
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Central Christian College of Kansas cost?
Central Christian College of Kansas's private state tuition is approximately $16,204.
What is the acceptance rate of Central Christian College of Kansas?
The acceptance rate of Central Christian College of Kansas is 50%, which is lower than the state average of 100%. Central Christian College of Kansas's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in Kansas with low acceptance rates.
What is Central Christian College of Kansas's ranking?
Central Christian College of Kansas ranks among the top 20% of community college in Kansas for: Lowest acceptance rates and Percent of students receiving financial aid.
School Calendar
View the Central Christian College of Kansas yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day To Drop A Full Term Course With A W
July 11, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day To Drop A Summer 2 Online Course With A W
July 27, 2025 (Sunday)
Last Day To Add Fall 1 Online Course
August 08, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day Of Summer 2 Online Course/ Summer Term
August 17, 2025 (Sunday)
Last Day To Add/Drop A Full Semester And Fall 2 Online Course For Credit
August 24, 2025 (Sunday)
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Central Christian College of Kansas is Hesston College (20.0 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Students
Hesston College
Private not-for-profit
301 South Main
Hesston, KS 67062
(620) 327-4221
Hesston, KS 67062
(620) 327-4221
20.0 miles
| 372 students
1300 N Plum St
Hutchinson, KS 67501
(620) 665-3500
Hutchinson, KS 67501
(620) 665-3500
24.3 miles
| 7,432 students
2562 Centennial Road
Salina, KS 67401
(785) 309-3100
Salina, KS 67401
(785) 309-3100
30.2 miles
| 1,408 students
4004 N Webb Rd. Bldg 100
Wichita, KS 67226
(316) 677-9400
Wichita, KS 67226
(316) 677-9400
48.0 miles
| 8,119 students
Galen Health Institutes-Wichita
Private for-profit
551 N. Hillside Street, Suite 410
Wichita, KS 67214
(877) 223-7040
Wichita, KS 67214
(877) 223-7040
50.0 miles
| 0 students
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