Central College to participate in Iowa Private College Week Aug. 2-6

The Chronicle

Pella — Central College is one of 28 Iowa private colleges and universities participating in Iowa Private College Week Monday-Friday, Aug. 2-6. Last year, Central hosted approximately 424 students and their families, totaling 726 persons from across Iowa and the Midwest. Central has been one of the top visit sites during Iowa Private College Week the past five years.

The annual event, now in its 12th year, is sponsored by the Iowa Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (IAICU) and offers campus tours and informational meetings specifically designed to assist students in evaluating their needs and goals for their higher education experience.

“Iowa Private College Week is an excellent time for students and their families to visit several colleges,” said Carol Williamson, vice president for enrollment management. “Choosing a college is a major decision and there are a lot of great schools out there. During this first week in August, students and families are able to compare facilities, visit with faculty and current college students and find out about how affordable a private education in Iowa can be for most families.

“At Central, students will learn about Central’s reputation of excellent academics, which enables 97 percent of graduates to find a job or further their education by attending graduate school within one year after graduation,” said Williamson. “And, Central has many unique opportunities for students including our own study abroad program, internships, over 80 clubs and organizations as well as 19 varsity athletics teams.”

During Iowa Private College Week, each campus conducts tours and holds free information sessions on financial aid two times a day at 9 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Prospective students and their families can meet current students and faculty and learn about academic programs. A panel of Central College students will answer questions about college life.

Students will be given a passport at their first campus to collect visit stamps. With three or more stamps, students will be eligible for a drawing for one of 56 bookstore vouchers worth $500 each. Each participating college and university will award two $500 bookstore vouchers to students who visit during IPCW, collect the required three or more passport stamps and then apply, are accepted and enroll. Additionally, families attending Iowa Private College Week will have an opportunity to reduce their travel costs by five cents per gallon during the week by presenting a valid IPCW passport at any Iowa Casey’s General Store.

After visiting colleges, students are encouraged to return to campus for an overnight stay during the school year to get a chance to experience college life.

To register for a session, please contact Central College’s admission office at 877-462-3687 or visit www.central.edu

Central College is a four-year, private, residential, liberal arts college in Pella, Iowa, affiliated with the Reformed Church in America. Central offers a bachelor’s degree in 39 majors and pre-professional advising.

About Independent Colleges and Universities

Iowa’s private colleges and universities are a diverse collective of 29 independent institutions that offer students the choice of enriching, individualized educational experiences, both academically and socially. Located in cities and towns across the state, Iowa’s private colleges educate more than 50,000 people annually. Combined, they offer 148 undergraduate degree programs and an expansive selection of co-curricular activities and work-study/internship opportunities. These 29 schools are represented by the Iowa Association of Independent Colleges and Universities. More information about Iowa’s private colleges and universities can be found at www.thinkindependently.com 

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