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Centenary College of Louisiana

Centenary College of Louisiana campus
Centenary College of Louisiana, founded in 1825, is a selective liberal arts college offering undergraduate programs and a limited number of graduate programs in the arts, humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences. At this welcoming and spirited campus in Shreveport, Louisiana, students and faculty work together to build a community based on ethical and intellectual development, respect and concern for human and spiritual values, and the joy of creativity and discovery.
Accepts first-year applicationsSouthPrivateUrbanSmall (2,000 and under)Co-Ed

Academic programs

  • Engineering
  • Science
  • Liberal Arts
  • Business
  • Education
  • Communication
  • Music
  • Art & Design
  • Economics
  • Finance/Accounting
  • Government/Political Science
  • Health Science
  • Performing Arts
  • Social Science
  • Visual Arts
  • Psychology

Student experience

  • Athletics
  • Co-op/Internship Opportunities
  • Disability Services
  • Greek Life
  • Intramural/Club Sports
  • LGBTQIA Services
  • On-Campus Housing
  • Religious Affiliation
  • Study Abroad
  • Undergraduate Research

Application information

First-year

A complete first-year application consists of the following:

  • High school transcript 

  • Essay 

Test Scores Considered

  • ACT and/or SAT results sent directly to Centenary College from the testing service (we will also consider scores that are listed on an official high school transcript as official)

    • ACT Code for Centenary: 1576
    • SAT Code for Centenary: 6082

Test-Optional

In addition to the high school transcript and essay, students who choose the test-optional option are required to submit a letter of recommendation.

*Note: Test scores may be required for top merit award consideration.

Transfer

A completed application consists of the following:

  • An official high school transcript that indicates graduation date;
  • An official college transcript from each college attended;
  • A statement of reason for transfer (250 - 500 words) should indicate reasons for transfer, future academic goals, and a discussion of how Centenary will further those goals;

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Visit us

Campus Visit Options

  • Campus Tours - Our in-person visits include a one-on-one admission and scholarship information session with an admission counselor and a campus tour with one of our student ambassadors. Students also have the option to meet with a professor, observe a class, and/or eat lunch on campus!

Plan a visit in-person or virtual! 

  • Preview Days - Preview days are a great chance for students to visit campus to get a taste of the overall Centenary experience and learn more about their particular areas of interest. A typical Centenary Preview Day begins with check-in at 9 am and includes an academic and financial aid overview and campus tour, as well as the chance to interact with current Centenary students and professors, and concludes at 1 pm. Breakfast and lunch are served!

Centenary offers a unique college experience because it combines small class sizes with big opportunities for growth professionally, personally, and academically.