- 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 6,927 students (26% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the state community college average of 27:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 37%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 6,927 students
- In-state tuition: $2,760
- Out-state tuition: $3,960
- Student-teacher ratio: 32:1
- 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 219 teachers has declined by 63% over five years.
Central Community College
(NE) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
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
Public
Year Founded
1970
Total Faculty
219 staff
16 staff
School Calendar
School Motto
Maximizing Student and Community Success
Student Body
The student population of Central Community College has grown by 15% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 32:1 has increased from 10:1 over five years.
The Central Community College diversity score of 0.45 is less than the state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has grown by 26% over five years.
Total Enrollment
6,927 students
607 students
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
27:1
# Full-Time Students
1,821 students
125 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
5,106 students
482 students
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
6,927 students
186 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,821 students
122 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
5,106 students
708 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
2%
% Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
24%
16%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
3%
6%
% White
70%
63%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Diversity Score
0.45
0.57
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
43%
51%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,100
$31,000
Tuition & Financial Aid
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
87%
87%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$7,250
$11,004
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,040
$5,330
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Crimson
Source: 2025 (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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