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Public, 2-Year
Grand Island, NE

Central Community College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in NE. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$3,360

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

43.6%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$39,429

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Central Community College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Grand Island, NE. With a competitive tuition profile of $3,360, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 43.6% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$6,720

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

0.7 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$9,429

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$87,570

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$181,860

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 44%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Central Community College is $7,992.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
59.0%
41.0%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
61.7%
Hispanic
31.8%
Black
3.7%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1.2%
Asian
1.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.4%
Two or more
0.2%
International
0.0%
Unknown
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$3,360

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$4,886
$30k - $48k$5,359
$48k - $75k$7,239
$75k+$10,133

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$7,992
Pell Grant Recipients19.0%
Using Federal Loans8.9%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment57.3%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

68.6%

Success

43.6%

In-State Cost

$3,360

Age 25+ Students

22.1%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 9

Working at 6yr

1,930 students

Local City Insights

We are currently gathering city-level crime and housing data for Grand Island. Check back soon for "Campus vs. City" comparisons!