C
Average
Score: 48/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
38/100 · earnings-weighted

Centura College-Newport News

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Newport News, Virginia 23608
ℹ️
Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

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: 71%
Outcomes
C+
64/100
Affordability
D
35/100
Resources
C+
55/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
29/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

210
Total Enrollment
71%
Graduation Rate
77%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Centura College-Newport News, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$25,930
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$26,077
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$14,750
Median debt at graduation
75%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
60%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 57% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 14th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (VA wage index 1.21). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Centura College-Newport News

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)$29,395$43,168-10%#175 of 226#216$14,730
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection$31,641—————
Health and Medical Administrative Services$26,072$30,747-13%#439 of 496#486$9,500
Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services$14,301$26,335-11%#139 of 199#178$7,521

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Centura College-Newport News Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $307,678
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,588/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 23603 (4.2% cap, Newport News)

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🏆 Where Centura College-Newport News Ranks

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

#11
Medical Office Assistant/Specialist
of 39 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $16,520 $16,520

Financial Aid

97%
Receive Any Aid
74%
Receive Pell Grants
74%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

210
Total Students
66%
Women
44%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 13%
Hispanic 8%
Black 70%
Asian 1%
Two or More 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 44%
25-64 (Adult) 55%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Centura College-Newport News?
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 Centura College-Newport News?
Tuition at Centura College-Newport News is $16,520 for in-state students and $16,520 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Centura College-Newport News?
The graduation rate at Centura College-Newport News is 71%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Centura College-Newport News a good school?
Centura College-Newport News has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Centura College-Newport News?
Centura College-Newport News has a total enrollment of 210 students.

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