CENTURA COLLEGE
- 7914 Midlothian Turnpike
- Richmond, VA 23235
- OPEID College Code: 03126400
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- General Phone: (804) 330-0111
- School Director: Zoe Thompson
- Type: Private For-Profit, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 290
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About
Centura College has nine campuses located in South Carolina and Virginia, an institute in Florida, and a distance learning division. The school is dedicated to providing quality education quickly and affordably to adults who wish to enter the work force with ease. Once graduated, Centura College assists individuals in the methods and practices of finding work, and with placement. Centura College provides programs in growing fields at affordable prices.
Academics
Centura College offers a large number of programs for career oriented individuals. Experienced instructors help impart the skills necessary to be successful post-completion. Centura is committed to maintaining its high academic standards to ensure that all students receive a quality education. Students will receive a an associate's degree, bachelor's degree, diploma or certificate depending on the program of study. Not all programs are available at all locations.
Some programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
To enroll at Centura College potential students must contact an admissions officer to begin the process. Interested students may request additional informational material online. Financial aid is available and interested students are asked to meet with financial aid counselors to discuss and review financial aid options.
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Website
- www.centuracollege.edu

- Mission Statement
- *We help adult students gain the skills and attitudes necessary for a meaningful entry-level career position
*We strive to be responsive to the needs of not only our students, but also area businesses, industries and governments
*We are committed to high academic standards in all of our curricular offerings
*We are dedicated to providing the services that support our students' efforts to succeed
- Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Private For-Profit
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Full-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Very Small Two-Year
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- Admission Links
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $25.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 100%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 100% | 87% | - | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $6,265 | $2,036 | - | - |
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 15.0% | 19.5% | 11.3% |
| Number in Default | 45 | 68 | 43 |
| Number in Repayment | 299 | 348 | 379 |
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $27,147 | $27,150 | $22,860 |
| Books and Supplies | $2,269 | $1,853 | $1,953 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,853 | $10,155 | $9,788 |
| Other Expenses | $2,546 | $2,539 | $2,447 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $1,706 | $1,700 | $1,640 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $42,815 | $41,697 | $37,048 |
| Off Campus with Family | $31,122 | $30,703 | $26,453 |
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | $29,416 | 60 Credit Hours | 18 Months |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $29,995 | 48 Credit Hours | 14 Months |
| Computer Systems Networking | $31,609 | 60 Credit Hours | 18 Months |
| Massage Therapy | $28,311 | 60 Credit Hours | 14 Months |
| Paralegal | $30,276 | 60 Credit Hours | 18 Months |
| Certificate | Associate | |
|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | ||
| Computer Systems Networking Degree | - | 9 |
| Health and Clinical Professions | ||
| Massage Therapy Degree | - | 12 |
| Nursing, Other Degree | 24 | - |
| Medical Assistant Degree | - | 31 |
| Legal Professions and Studies | ||
| Paralegal Degree | - | 27 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 290 Undergraduate: 290
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 57 Female: 233
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 57 Female: 233
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 290 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 290 Part-Time: 0
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 7 | 2% |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 18 | 6% |
| Ages 20-21 | 55 | 19% |
| Ages 22-24 | 49 | 17% |
| Ages 25-29 | 52 | 18% |
| Ages 30-34 | 55 | 19% |
| Ages 35-39 | 25 | 9% |
| Ages 40-49 | 23 | 8% |
| Ages 50-65 | 12 | 4% |
| Age Over 65 | 1 | 0.3% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 54 | 24 | 30 |
| Faculty Status | 36 | 10 | 26 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 36 | 10 | 26 |
| Primarily Instruction | 36 | 10 | 26 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 9 | 8 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $35,880 (10) | $31,200 (1) | $36,400 (9) |
| Instructor | $35,880 (10) | $31,200 (1) | $36,400 (9) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $29,357 (10) | $25,528 (1) | $29,782 (9) |
| Instructor | $29,357 (10) | $25,528 (1) | $29,782 (9) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 33%
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 43% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 44% |
| Female | 43% |
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