- The mission of the college is to provide access to quality student-centered instruction and learning support systems for individuals desiring higher learning.
School Highlights
Central Community College serves 9,681 students (22% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is same as the state community college average of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 37%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 9,681 students
- In-state tuition: $2,760
- Out-state tuition: $3,960
- Student:teacher ratio: 16:1
- Minority enrollment: 30%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Central Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 608 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Central Community College
(NE) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
608 staff
233 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Central Community College has grown by 52% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 has increased from 10:1 over five years.
The Central Community College diversity score of 0.46 is less than the state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
9,681 students
1,449 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
# Full-Time Students
2,124 students
127 students
# Part-Time Students
7,557 students
1,322 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
968 students
26 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,124 students
114 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
14 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
7,557 students
1,322 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
553 students
357 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
1%
3%
% Hispanic
23%
16%
% Black
3%
6%
% White
70%
63%
% Hawaiian
n/a
2%
% Two or more races
n/a
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
1%
5%
Diversity Score
0.46
0.57
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
43%
45%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,100
$35,400
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,760 is less than the state average of $4,615. The in-state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $3,960 is less than the state average of $5,803. The out-state tuition has declined by 13% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,760
$4,615
Out-State Tuition Fees
$3,960
$5,803
Tuition Notes
$3,500 per year for in-state students, $5,500 for out-of-state students
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
81%
81%
Median Debt for Graduates
$7,250
$11,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,040
$5,161
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Central Community College is a multi-campus community college serving a 25-county area in central Nebraska—approximately 14,000 square miles with a population of more than 280,000. Central administration is located in Grand Island. Three main campuses are located in Columbus, Grand Island and Hastings. Educational centers are located in Holdrege, Kearney and Lexington. Additionally, CCC uses a variety of distance learning techniques to provide educational services in some 90 communities in its service area. Central Community College is one of six community college areas in Nebraska. This structure was the result of 1971 state legislation that formed the six areas and required that all counties in the state become part of one of the community college areas. The College is governed by an 11-member Board of Governors that is elected by the voters in the 25-county service area. The area is comprised of five districts, each represented by two Board members. The eleventh Board member is an at-large position. CCC offers 35 career and technical education programs with a focus on degree, diploma and certificate programs requiring two years or less to complete. The college also offers an academic transfer program for students who want to complete the first two years of a bachelors degree before transferring to a 4-year college or university. In addition, the college offers classes in communities throughout its 25-county service area, online learning, and training and development for businesses, industries and other organizations. The Grand Island Campus offers 16 career education programs as well as academic transfer courses in 18 areas for students who plan to attend CCC for two years before transferring to a four-year college to complete a bachelor's degree.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Central Community College cost?
Central Community College's tuition is approximately $2,760 for In-State students and $3,960 for Out-State students.
What is Central Community College's ranking?
Central Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Nebraska for: Largest student body and Least debt for graduating students.
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