C+
Above Average
Score: 58/100

Centralia College

4-Year Public
📍 Centralia, Washington 98531
Outcomes
C+
58/100
Affordability
B
69/100
Resources
C+
63/100
Experience
B+
75/100
Prestige
F
27/100

Quick Stats

2,335
Total Enrollment
46%
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$12,280
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Centralia College

49% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,135 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$399,474
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,300
1-Year Change
+3.1%
For parents & investors

The Centralia College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $399,474
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,300/mo — vs ~$750/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 98530 (3.7% cap, Bucoda)

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🏆 Where Centralia College Ranks

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

🥉
Building Construction Technology/Technician
of 26 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,623 $5,157
Room $6,750
Total Cost (On-Campus) $27,624 $28,158

Financial Aid

64%
Receive Any Aid
27%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$12,280
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$7,196
$30,001 - $48,000$7,525
$48,001 - $75,000$10,081
$75,001 - $110,000$9,045
$110,001+$8,039

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 251 grads/yr Building Construction Technology/Technician 79 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 59 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 58 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 30 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 24 grads/yr Drywall Installation/Drywaller 22 grads/yr Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor 21 grads/yr Roofer 18 grads/yr Building/Home/Construction Inspection/Inspector 18 grads/yr Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist 18 grads/yr Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling 18 grads/yr Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician 17 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 16 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 12 grads/yr Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance) 11 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 10 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 8 grads/yr Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary 7 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 6 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
First-line supervisors of construction trades and extraction workers
$79k/yr 921,600 jobs
Civil engineering technologists and technicians
$64k/yr 64,900 jobs
Nursing assistants
$40k/yr 1,441,500 jobs
Education teachers, postsecondary
$72k/yr 74,900 jobs
Elementary school teachers, except special education
$62k/yr 1,422,700 jobs
Kindergarten teachers, except special education
$61k/yr 117,200 jobs
Preschool teachers, except special education
$37k/yr 555,100 jobs

Student Demographics

2,335
Total Students
59%
Women
43%
Traditional Age (18-24)
49%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 58%
Hispanic 18%
Black 2%
Asian 2%
Two or More 7%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 7%
Off-Campus (Renters) 49%
With Family 44%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,135 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 45%
Hybrid (Some Online) 27%
Fully Online 27%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 43%
25-64 (Adult) 32%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Centralia 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 Centralia College?
Tuition at Centralia College is $4,623 for in-state students and $5,157 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $12,280.
What is the graduation rate at Centralia College?
The graduation rate at Centralia College is 46%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Centralia College a good school?
Centralia College has a Repit College Score of 58/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Centralia College?
Centralia College has a total enrollment of 2,335 students.
Is there rental demand near Centralia College?
Yes! Approximately 49% of students at Centralia College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,135 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Centralia area.

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