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Central Christian College of Kansas

McPherson, KS·Private nonprofit·380 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for families looking for lower cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. graduation rate is below 40%; fewer than half of freshmen return for sophomore year. financial aid brings net price below sticker; 52% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.

53%
Accept
380
Students
$11,404
Net Price
27%
Grad Rate
$34,800
Earnings
10 yr
$27,000
Debt

About This School

Central Christian College of Kansas is a private nonprofit institution located in McPherson, Kansas with approximately 380 undergraduate students enrolled. Central Christian College of Kansas has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 53%. The average net price after financial aid is $11,404 per year. The graduation rate is 27%, and the typical graduate earns $34,800 within 10 years of enrollment.

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.

The numbers here tell a concerning story — only 23% of students graduate, and just 59% of freshmen return for sophomore year, suggesting many students struggle to finish or find the fit isn't right. On the positive side, the net price of $12,473/year is genuinely affordable, and median debt at graduation is a relatively modest $15,750. Worth considering only if you have a strong, specific reason to choose this school — the faith-based small-college community may suit certain students — but most applicants should look carefully at why so few students complete their degrees before committing.

Founded
1884
Setting
Remote town
Religious Affiliation
Latter Day Saints (Mormon Church)
Avg Faculty Salary
$4,534

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing20%
Psychology8%
Health Professions7%
Education7%
Visual & Performing Arts1%
Communications1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

Test Policy: Neither required nor recommended

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$21,000
Out-of-State Tuition
$21,000
Avg Net Price
$11,404
after aid

Net Price by Family Income

Under $30k$11,689
$30–48k$5,816
$48–75k$10,941
$75–110k$17,373
$110k+$15,113

Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants52%
Median debt at graduation$27,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
27%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
45%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$34,800
after enrollment
Median Debt
$27,000
at graduation

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$33,800
Female graduates$24,100

Gap: 29% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$27,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$30,400
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$34,800
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 1.3x

Worth scrutinizing. Median earnings relative to debt are tight.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White49%
Black15%
Hispanic/Latino22%
Asian1%
Two or more races6%
American Indian/Alaska Native2%
International3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (380 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Central Christian College of Kansas

1200 S Main

McPherson, KS 67460-5740

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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