- The mission of Chester Career College is to provide educational career programs which prepare students to succeed in selected professions. Students at Chester Career College are provided the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills; self-discipline and confidence; a professional attitude; and the ability to meet employer expectations in order to enter and advance in the job market.Providing a quality educational experience to each individual student is a priority at Chester Career College. The needs of the students remain in the forefront of the daily activities of each employee. The management of this school requires and expects that quality and prompt service will be provided to each student on a consistent basis.
School Highlights
Chester Career College serves 79 students (71% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the state community college average of 37:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 55%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 79 students
- Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
- Minority enrollment: 85%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Chester Career College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 30% over five years.
Chester Career College
(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
9 staff
39 staff
Number of Programs Offered
6
26
Student Body
The student population of Chester Career College has declined by 50% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 has decreased from 16:1 over five years.
The Chester Career College diversity score of 0.41 is less than the state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has grown by 22% over five years.
Total Enrollment
79 students
1,380 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
37:1
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Full-Time Students
56 students
585 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
23 students
795 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
79 students
924 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
56 students
415 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
23 students
795 students
% Hispanic
6%
14%
% Black
75%
22%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
15%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Two or more races
3%
5%
Diversity Score
0.41
0.72
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
56%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,400
$29,700
Tuition & Financial Aid
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
86%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$19,815
$10,500
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,750
$5,500
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Chester Career College is currently enrolling: Surgical Technology, Medical Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Massage Therapy, Phlebotomy/EKG Technician, and Nurse Aide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chester Career College's ranking?
Chester Career College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Virginia for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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