About
About Central Christian College
Opened in 1884 in Nebraska and moved to McPherson, Kansas, in 1914, Central Christian College is known as the oldest junior college in the state. The school began awarding bachelor's degrees in 1991, and adopted its current name in 1999 to reflect its four-year baccalaureate status. The college was accredited by the Higher Learning Commission in 2004. In 2019, Central Christian College of Kansas ranked among the top 80 among regional Midwest colleges by U.S. News and World Report.
With options ranging from accounting to youth ministry, Central Christian College of Kansas offers a wide range of associate's and bachelor's degree programs. Besides studies in criminal justice, engineering, exercise science, public relations, and psychology, you'll find offerings in aviation, creative writing, law enforcement, music, and sport communication. Do you want a career in the ministry? You can pursue a Bachelor of Arts in Ministry offering focuses in applied ministry, pastoral ministry, student ministry, or worship arts. Are you seeking to become a doctor, chiropractor, lawyer, or veterinarian? Central provides all of the pre-studies you'll need to get started. Popular bachelor's degree programs in elementary education and physical education can prepare you for a career as a K-6 classroom teacher or pre-K-grade 12 physical education teacher. Or you could decide to pursue their Bachelor of Science in Business program, which allows you to concentrate your studies on different areas, including accounting, management, human resources, or marketing.
You can even choose to take one of eight programs that are offered online. These include Bachelor of Science degrees in Healthcare Administration, Organizational Leadership, Business Administration, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or Health & Human Services. An Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice and an Associate of Arts program with elective tracks in, among other areas, business, and healthcare management are also available. Either online or on-campus, Central Christian College strives to be a place where students can enjoy their educational experience.
Student Testimonials
''Central Christian College has given me a great experience for the real world after college. I was able to work with groups, schedule interviews, and think critically on different tasks and projects. The learning atmosphere at Central is great, and you are able to see that the professors love what they do.''
- 2018 Central Christian Graduate
'' Central has had a great impact on my life. It's taught me about myself and has shown me what I am capable of. I love how personable the professors and staff are. They have encouraged me throughout my time here and helped me to be successful.''
- 2018 Central Christian Graduate
Why Central Christian College?
- Learning Options: In addition to classroom and online studies, you can take different approaches to your education through their Directed Study that allows you to pursue special interests; internships and credit-earning work experiences; study abroad opportunities; and off-campus study programs.
- Flexibility: If you need the flexibility of online studies, you can choose from eight programs that offer the same education you would receive on-campus.
- Support Services: The Student Success Center at Central Christian College offers you career planning resources such as networking and interviewing preparation; career assessments; peer tutoring; and study clusters for academic success.
- Financial assistance: At Central Christian College, you can get financial aid through government or private student loans, grants, and scholarships. You can also choose from one of two payment plan options.
Minimum Eligibility Requirements
As an applicant to Central Christian College's programs, you must possess a high school diploma and submit a final high school transcript.
