International Students
We know that leaving home to study in the United States can be exciting and a bit intimidating at the same time. We're here to help you in any way we can. Here's some information that we hope you will find useful.
Where is Central College?
Central College is located in Pella, Iowa - a small, safe community of 10,000 people, located 40 miles southeast of Iowa's capital city Des Moines and two minutes from Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake. Pella is located in the heart of the midwest - just 5 hours from Chicago, Illinois; 3.5 hours from Kansas City, Missouri; 5 hours from St. Louis, Missouri; 3 hours from Omaha, Nebraska; and 5 hours from Minneapolis, Minnesota. The closest airport is the Des Moines International Airport.
Important Facts and Services for International Students
Dates and Deadlines
The application/admission deadline for the spring 2009 term is November 1, 2008. Click above link for other admission deadlines.
Application Process
To be considered for admission at Central, we must receive:
Please note that it is your responsibility to provide all documentation in English.
Please send your application and all accompanying documents (essay, transcripts, test scores, recommendation, and financial statement) to:
Chevy Freiburger
Associate Director of Admission
International Student Recruitment
Central College
Campus Box 5100
812 University Street
Pella, Iowa 50219
U.S.A.
Fax: 641-628-5983
Financial Aid
Financial Aid is available to qualified international students, ranging from $2,000 to $12,000 (American dollars) per year. The decision to award financial aid is based primarily on two factors: grades from high school (and college, for transfer students) course work and scores from standardized tests (TOEFL, SAT, ACT, A-Levels, etc.). Scholarships remain the same each year and are renewable for up to four years. All students are evaluated for financial aid upon completion of the application. A separate application is not necessary.
Total cost for international students to attend Central is $32,300* (2008-2009). Students are responsible for financing the difference between their scholarship and the cost of attendance - $20,000 to $30,000.
*Includes tuition, room, board, fees and a $350 fee for health insurance required for all international students.
Next Steps
Once you have been admitted for study at Central College, you will receive a letter that describes the conditions of your admittance and the total cost to attend Central College.
Please note that in order for you to receive your I-20 form (certificate of eligibility), you are required to submit a $200 USD enrollment deposit. The enrollment deposit is non-refundable and reserves your place in the incoming class. In addition, the enrollment deposit secures your on-campus residence hall room. Once you receive your I-20 form, immediately schedule a visa appointment with the nearest US consulate. You will need your I-20 and any other pertinent documentation to obtain an F-1 visa.
Questions
If you have any questions about admission to Central, please contact Chevy Freiburger by e-mail at freiburgerc@central.edu or call 1-877-462-3687.
Please view our welcome statement and non-discrimation policy.
