C+
Above Average
Score: 57/100

Central Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Grand Island, Nebraska 68802
Outcomes
C+
55/100
Affordability
B+
74/100
Resources
B
66/100
Experience
C+
59/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Quick Stats

6,862
Total Enrollment
45%
Graduation Rate
69%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$7,317
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Central Community College

24% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,674 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$0

🏆 Where Central Community College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥈
Child Care and Support Services Management
of 42 schools
🥈
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
of 66 schools
#6
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
of 58 schools
#8
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
of 100 schools
#9
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician
of 81 schools
#13
Agricultural Business and Management, General
of 27 schools
#13
Clinical/Medical Social Work
of 22 schools
#23
Electrician
of 100 schools
#27
Welding Technology/Welder
of 100 schools
#27
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $2,880 $4,320
Total Cost (On-Campus) $15,312 $16,752

Financial Aid

85%
Receive Any Aid
46%
Receive Pell Grants
21%
Take Out Loans
$7,317
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,886
$30,001 - $48,000$5,359
$48,001 - $75,000$7,239
$75,001 - $110,000$10,133
$110,001+$9,824

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 532 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 213 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 204 grads/yr Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician 152 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 151 grads/yr Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician 140 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 139 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 129 grads/yr Child Care and Support Services Management 126 grads/yr Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician 104 grads/yr Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician 97 grads/yr Agricultural Business and Management, General 83 grads/yr Electrician 81 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 74 grads/yr Clinical/Medical Social Work 68 grads/yr Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General 62 grads/yr Commercial and Advertising Art 60 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 60 grads/yr Machine Tool Technology/Machinist 60 grads/yr Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection, Other 56 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Central Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

6,862
Total Students
58%
Women
44%
Traditional Age (18-24)
24%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 69%
Hispanic 26%
Black 3%
Asian 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 39%
Off-Campus (Renters) 24%
With Family 36%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,674 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 24%
Hybrid (Some Online) 18%
Fully Online 59%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 44%
25-64 (Adult) 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Central Community College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Central Community College?
Tuition at Central Community College is $2,880 for in-state students and $4,320 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $7,317.
What is the graduation rate at Central Community College?
The graduation rate at Central Community College is 45%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Central Community College a good school?
Central Community College has a Repit College Score of 57/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Central Community College?
Central Community College has a total enrollment of 6,862 students.
Is there rental demand near Central Community College?
Yes! Approximately 24% of students at Central Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,674 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Grand Island area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology