Central College

FACT SHEET

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Founded in 1902, Central College is a private, non- Over the years Central College has increased its enrollment
denominational, Liberal Arts College that has awarded and finances to provide funding for the campus and students
more than 35,000 degrees, resulting in major contributions with the best learning experience while at the college.
to society. Alumni include generations of students who are
The following table represents the financial information and
the districts most prominent business and civic leaders.
growth statistics for Central College.
Central College offers learning experiences that inspire Annual Fund Growth:
solutions to complex problems. We leverage mutually
beneficial partnerships with industry, academic 6 years ago $243,000
institutions, government and other entities to foster 5 years ago $260,000
collaboration. 4 years ago $295,000
3 years ago $282,000
The first president of Central College was retired
2 years ago $310,000
Congressman Wilfred C. Kenwood, who donated the land
Last year $350,000
for the first campus and led a campaign among Central
This year $425,000
Valley residents to fund construction of the first dormitory.
Kenwood Hall, home of the Alumni Office, is the original
Growth in Student Numbers:
estate of Congressman Kenwood. Additional property has
been acquired by donation, purchase from the Auburn
Full time Part time
City Council and through a 200-acre trade with the
4,400 750
District of Columbia’s Power Authority.
4,500 800
4,700 900
The Alumni Property Endowment, began in 1952 to
mark the college’s 50th anniversary, provides funding for 4,800 1,000
campus and building maintenance and makes it possible 5,100 1,000
for Central College to consistently rank among the most 5,000 1,100
beautiful campuses in the region. 5,385 1,200

The first institution of higher education in Washington, D.C.