Central College of Pella, Iowa, is a private college known for its active student body, academic rigor and athletics success. Our students learn collaboratively with supportive educators who share a commitment to intellectual engagement, personal growth, career readiness and civic involvement. Founded in 1853 and shaped by its Christian heritage, the college of 1,100 students participates in NCAA Division III athletics and is a member of the American Rivers Conference. Central is an active part of the Greater Des Moines region and just minutes from Lake Red Rock, Iowa’s largest lake.
(see more)Central College of Pella, Iowa, is a private college known for its active student body, academic rigor and athletics success. Our students learn collaboratively with supportive educators who share a commitment to intellectual engagement, personal growth, career readiness and civic involvement. Founded in 1853 and shaped by its Christian heritage, the college of 1,100 students participates in NCAA Division III athletics and is a member of the American Rivers Conference. Central is an active part of the Greater Des Moines region and just minutes from Lake Red Rock, Iowa’s largest lake.
Central College Spring Scholar Day

Central Theatre Students Awards and Recognitions

Central College Students Compete in Mock Trial


Presenter at the Midwestern Psychological Association Conference


Central Students Present at Midwestern Psychological Association Conference


Central College Students Compete in Mock Trial

Percussion Ensemble Member

Flying Pans Steel Band Member


Central College Mock Trial Team Competed in the American Mock Trial Association 4D Regional Competition


Central College Student Recognized as Outstanding Attorney


Central College Students Compete in Mock Trial

Students Win Mock Trial Awards

Outstanding Attorney Award

Local student wins outstanding award in mock trial

Molly Ward wins Outstanding Attorney Award


Jacob Logan wins Outstanding Attorney Award in mock trial


Jordan Rouse wins Outstanding Witness Award

Molly Ward wins Outstanding Attorney Award

Area students compete in mock trial


Local students compete in mock 1889 World Exposition


Central College seniors nominated for homecoming court

Local Students Qualify for Opening Round Championships of National Mock Trial Tournament

Local Students Qualify for Opening Round Championships of National Mock Trial Tournament

Local Students Compete on Winning Mock Trial Team

Local students compete with Central College mock trial team


Local students compete in national mock trial competition
