For the third year in a row, Central College has announced its smallest price increase in more than 40 years.
Total price for tuition, room and board next year will be 2.9 percent higher, compared to 3.5 a year ago and 3.95 the previous year. Tuition for 2015-16 will be $33,345, with room and board identical to this year’s prices. Central President Mark Putnam says the college is committed to maintaining the affordability and quality of education. According to Central staff, 99 percent of students receive financial aid, including scholarships supported by alumni and donors.