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Centura College-Chesapeake

Chesapeake, Virginia Β· City: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#2751
Nationally
#63
In Virginia
$16,500
Annual Tuition
per year
225
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
49/100
Average
#2751 nationally
#63 in Virginia
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability51
🎯Selectivity50
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth42

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Centura College-Chesapeake is a private for-profit four-year university located in Chesapeake, Virginia. The college enrolls approximately 225 undergraduate students. Annual tuition is $16,500, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $24,467 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution.

Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$16,500/yr
Room & Board$3,200/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$19,837/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$16,500↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$24,467
$30,001 – $48,000$23,286
$48,001 – $75,000$28,434
$75,001 – $110,000$24,261
Student Body
225
Total Undergrads
88% F / 12% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 19%
Hispanic 6%
Black 61%
Asian 3%
Two or more 11%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($16,500/yr) is well below the national average for private for-profit colleges
  • βœ“Reasonable room and board costs at $3,200/yr
  • βœ“Small campus environment (225 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Net price for families earning under $30K is $24,467/yr β€” explore all aid options before applying
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPrivate For-Profit
LocationChesapeake, Virginia
SettingCity: Large
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$24,467
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#63
in Virginia out of 7+ colleges
#2751
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.