RELEASED: February 4, 2009

DANVILLE, KY—In consideration of the widespread power outages and extended school closings throughout Kentucky, Centre College has extended its Regular Decision application deadline for the Class of 2013. Students and their recommenders have until February 9 to submit applications and supporting materials.

The College understands that students in the worst-afflicted areas may need even longer. If students find themselves unable to meet this deadline, please contact the Office of Admission at 1-800-423-6236 for help.

To apply online, click here. Application fees are waived for those who apply online.

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Founded in 1819, Centre College is ranked among the U.S. News top 50 national liberal arts colleges. Consumers Digest ranks Centre No. 1 in educational value among all U.S. liberal arts colleges. Centre alumni, known for their nation-leading loyalty in annual financial support, include two U.S. vice presidents and two Supreme Court justices. For more, visit http://www.centre.edu/web/elevatorspeech/

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Danville, KY 40422
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