Pella, Iowa · ★ — / 5 Overall

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Private not-for-profit · 4-year · Bachelor's
Central Methodist University is a private university in Fayette, Missouri, formerly known as Central Methodist College and Central College. Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, it is accredited to offer master's, bachelor's, and associate degrees and does not require students to meet religious requirements.
National Liberal Arts Colleges
Ranked #131 in National Liberal Arts Colleges (2026). Source: US News ↗
Liberal Arts Colleges
Ranked #151 in Liberal Arts Colleges (2025). Source: Washington Monthly ↗
Value rank
Ranked #1048 on Washington Monthly Best Bang for the Buck (2025). Source: WM Best Value ↗
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812 University, Pella, Iowa, 50219
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SAT total: 935–1205
SAT ERW: 490–580
SAT math: 445–625
ACT composite: 19–25
Total: 1,095
Undergrad: 1,095
Undergrad full-time: 1,041
Part-time: 54
In-state
Tuition: $20,988
Total cost on campus: $37,725
Out-of-state
Tuition: $20,988
Total cost on campus: $37,725
Room & board: $12,220
Books & supplies: $1,275
Receive aid: 100%
Avg grant aid: $12,678
Pell grant recipients: 26%
Rent: $637 / mo
Average city asking rent, as a roommate share. Zillow Observed Rent Index.
Coffee: $4.75
State average cafe price. Numbeo, 2024.
Gas: $4.26 / gal
State average price. AAA.
Average meal: $9.94
Published board plan, per meal. IPEDS.