Come and see why we think Central is so GREAT! Like your education, visits at Central College are personalized - so you get to do what you want to do.
Schedule your campus visit now!
- Weekday campus visit, Monday-Friday, 8 am - 4 pm (Options for your visit can be found on the campus visit link.)
- Can't visit during the week? Visit us on a Saturday!
- Parking is located directly across University Street from Central Hall and the admission office. (Also, check out our 360 campus map to find your way around!)
- Visit the Pella website for things to do and places to stay!
Call us toll free at 1-877-462-3687 with any questions.
Bring your completed application with you and we will waive the application fee! While you’re here - don’t forget to pick up your FREE t-shirt and Dutch letter (Pella's famous pastry)!
Traveling from far away?
- For travel reimbursement, you must be admitted to Central College prior to your travel date. Travel reimbursement is valid for airfare or mileage for student expenses only.
- If you're traveling from a non-contiguous state, you can receive reimbursement for up to $250 of your travel expense. Your campus visit must be completed by May 1.
- Please send receipts for verification of your airline or mileage expense within 60 days of travel to Chevy Freiburger in the admission office.
Get directions to campus
Common Drive Times
| City | Miles to Pella | Drive time (hours) |
| Des Moines |
43
|
1
|
| Omaha |
175
|
2.83
|
| Kansas City |
240
|
4
|
| Minneapolis |
283
|
4.3
|
| Chicago |
313
|
5.25
|
| St. Louis |
323
|
6
|
| Denver |
713
|
10.3
|
| Dallas |
740
|
11
|