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Centura College-Chesapeake
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Annual Tuition
$16,637
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
N/A
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
73.7%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$25,930
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Centura College-Chesapeake is a distinguished Private for-profit, 4-Year institution located in Chesapeake, VA. With a competitive tuition profile of $16,637, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 73.7% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$66,548
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
N/A
Earnings below HS baseline
Annual Earnings Boost
-$4,070
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
-$107,248
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
-$147,948
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Below-Baseline Earnings
Graduates of this institution earn below the national HS diploma median ($30k/yr). Individual outcomes vary significantly by program — check the Career Paths section below for field-specific earnings.
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 Centura College-Chesapeake is $14,750.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$16,637
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
* 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
N/A
Success
73.7%
In-State Cost
$16,637
Age 25+ Students
60.0%
Carnegie Class
Associate's: High Vocational
Working at 6yr
1,141 students
Security Benchmark
Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)
Violent Offenses
PER 100KProperty Crimes
PER 100KStats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.