School Highlights
Centura College-Norfolk serves 163 students (82% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the state community college average of 37:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 55%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Private-state tuition: $16,337
- Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
- Minority enrollment: 86%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Centura College-Norfolk ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 78% over five years.
Centura College-Norfolk
(VA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Two-Year: Health Professions
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private, non-profit
Total Faculty
10 staff
39 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Centura College-Norfolk has declined by 23% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 has increased from 4:1 over five years.
The Centura College-Norfolk diversity score of 0.50 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has declined by 20% over five years.
Total Enrollment
163 students
924 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
37:1
# Full-Time Students
133 students
585 students
# Part-Time Students
30 students
795 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
163 students
924 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
133 students
415 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
30 students
795 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Hispanic
11%
14%
% Black
68%
22%
% White
14%
45%
% Two or more races
6%
5%
Diversity Score
0.50
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
65%
42%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$26,200
$29,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $16,337 is more than the state average of $15,536. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$16,337
$15,536
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
86%
Median Debt for Graduates
$14,581
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,750
$5,500
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Centura College-Norfolk cost?
Centura College-Norfolk's private state tuition is approximately $16,337.
What schools are Centura College-Norfolk often compared to?
Centura College-Norfolkis often viewed alongside schools like Tidewater Community College, Fortis College-Norfolk by visitors of our site.
What is Centura College-Norfolk's ranking?
Centura College-Norfolk ranks among the top 20% of community college in Virginia for: Average community college minority breakdown and Highest completion rates.
In what neighborhood is Centura College-Norfolk located?
Centura College-Norfolk is located in the Larrymore Lawns neighborhood of Norfolk, VA.
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