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Central Community College

Grand Island, NE · Public · Certificate degrees · City

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About Central Community College

Central Community College is a public community college located in Nebraska. The college has three campuses, in Columbus, Grand Island, and Hastings. In addition, the college has learning centers in Holdrege, Kearney, and Lexington. The college's athletic nickname is the CCC Raiders. As of 2025, the college enrolls 3,200 students. The college was created by the Nebraska State Legislature in 1973.

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Open

Acceptance

$7,024

Net price

3,353

Enrollment

48%

Grad rate

Report Card

C+

Academics

Graduation & retention rates

B+

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

C

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

A+

Affordability

Average net price after aid

N/A

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

B+

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

Open admissions

Acceptance rate

SAT average

ACT midpoint

This school has an open-admissions policy — most applicants are admitted.

Cost & Financial Aid

$7,024

Average net price

$3,360

In-state tuition

$4,800

Out-of-state tuition

$8,760

Room & board

$1,500

Books & supplies

$14,128

Total cost of attendance

19%

Students receiving Pell grants

9%

Students with federal loans

$7,992

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K
$5,609
$30–48K
$6,217
$48–75K
$6,027
$75–110K
$9,208
$110K+
$11,829

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

Popular Majors

After Graduation

$39,429

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$36,158

Median earnings (6 yrs)

48%

Graduation rate

69%

Retention rate

67%

Earn more than a HS grad

$10,134

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

3,353

Total enrollment

49%

Part-time

23

Avg. age at entry

49%

First-generation

Gender balance

59% women
41% men

Race & ethnicity

White
59%
Hispanic
35%
Black
4%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1%
Asian
1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0%
Two or more races
0%

Central Community College FAQ

Is Central Community College a public or private school?

Central Community College is a public institution located in Grand Island, NE.

What is the acceptance rate at Central Community College?

Central Community College has an open-admissions policy, meaning most applicants who meet basic requirements are admitted.

How much does Central Community College cost?

The average annual net price at Central Community College is $7,024 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $3,360 in-state and $4,800 out-of-state.

What is the graduation rate at Central Community College?

About 48% of students at Central Community College complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do Central Community College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, Central Community College students earn a median of $39,429 per year.

How many students attend Central Community College?

Central Community College enrolls about 3,353 students.

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