Chadron State College
About Chadron State College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Chadron State College is a public college in Chadron, Nebraska, in the Pine Ridge region. It offers affordable programs in business, education, criminal justice, and range management, serving the rural Nebraska Panhandle and surrounding states.
Founded
1911
Location
Chadron, Nebraska
Students
1,948
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
50.4%
Below national average
Tuition
$8,290
Per year
Avg Net Price
$12,549
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$47,002
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
50.4% complete their degree within six years
Retention
63.2%
4-Year Grad
24%
6-Year Grad
39%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
54.8%
$/Student
$7.8K
Class Size
Medium
The 24% graduation rate is below average, but 63.2% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$8,290
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,984
Books & Supplies
$1,300
Total Cost of Attendance
$21,132
After Financial Aid
$12,549
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$10,047
Receive Grants
37.6%
Take Loans
49.6%
The total cost of attendance runs about $21,132/yr, including $9,984 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $12,549.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Chadron State College fund their education.
While in School
37.6%
Get Grants
Free money
49.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$44,641
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$18,875
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$200/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $18,875 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Chadron State College.
Gender
65.3%
Female
35%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,540
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
408
Graduates
39.3%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
20.6%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 65% of the student body. 39.3% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
1,540
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Chadron State College fields 8 varsity teams with 486 student athletes, about 32% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II with football
Conference
Rocky Mountain
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
486
32% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
61% / 39%
295
Men
191
Women
5
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Chadron State Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$47,002
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$43K
89 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$40K
41 grads
1yr Earnings
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
$29K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
$47K
21 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$41K
21 grads
4yr Earnings
Plant Sciences
$37K
20 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $39K six years out, growing to $47K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.