C
Average
Score: 53/100

Chadron State College

4-Year Public
📍 Chadron, Nebraska 69337
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 38%
Outcomes
C+
60/100
Affordability
C+
55/100
Resources
C+
63/100
Experience
B
66/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Quick Stats

2,205
Total Enrollment
38%
Graduation Rate
70%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$13,852
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Chadron State College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $197,960
  • Avg rent near campus: $936/mo — vs ~$523/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 69337 (3.7% cap, Chadron)

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🏆 Where Chadron State College Ranks

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

#20
Educational Administration and Supervision, Other
of 21 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $5,376 $5,376
Room $4,710
Board $4,990
Total Cost (On-Campus) $23,138 $23,138

Financial Aid

99%
Receive Any Aid
39%
Receive Pell Grants
63%
Take Out Loans
$13,852
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$10,639
$30,001 - $48,000$10,954
$48,001 - $75,000$13,550
$75,001 - $110,000$15,009
$110,001+$15,418

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 138 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 49 grads/yr Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 33 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 30 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 28 grads/yr Educational Administration and Supervision, Other 27 grads/yr Range Science and Management 24 grads/yr Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology, Other 23 grads/yr Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other 23 grads/yr Physical Sciences, General 21 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 19 grads/yr Counseling Psychology 18 grads/yr Psychology, General 18 grads/yr Organizational Behavior Studies 17 grads/yr Curriculum and Instruction 17 grads/yr Speech Communication and Rhetoric 7 grads/yr Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General 6 grads/yr Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching 6 grads/yr Art/Art Studies, General 5 grads/yr Social Work 5 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Chadron State 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

2,205
Total Students
65%
Women
74%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 78%
Hispanic 11%
Black 4%
Asian 1%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 87%
With Family 13%

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 19%
Hybrid (Some Online) 30%
Fully Online 51%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 74%
25-64 (Adult) 20%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Chadron State 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 Chadron State College?
Tuition at Chadron State College is $5,376 for in-state students and $5,376 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $13,852.
What is the graduation rate at Chadron State College?
The graduation rate at Chadron State College is 38%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Chadron State College a good school?
Chadron State College has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Chadron State College?
Chadron State College has a total enrollment of 2,205 students. Most students (74%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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