Chadron State College is a public 4-year college in Chadron, Nebraska with 1,540 undergraduates. It has open admission, costs an average of $12,662 a year after grants and graduates 48% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Chadron State College acceptance rate and admissions
Chadron State College has open admission: it admits students with a high school diploma or equivalent. Some programs, such as nursing or other health fields, can have their own entry requirements.
Chadron State College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $8,542 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $10,112 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $21,753 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $12,662 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $12,662 a year after grants and scholarships, $9,091 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
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Chadron State College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 48% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $51,365 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $18,574 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 36% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Chadron State College majors and what graduates earn
Chadron State College awarded bachelor's degrees in 22 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from multi-/interdisciplinary studies, general ($64,738).
All 22 majors at Chadron State College
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General | 2 | n/a | $64,738 | n/a |
| Business administration | 95 | $40,882 | $58,263 | $17,217 |
| Plant and soil science | 24 | $38,794 | $53,484 | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | 24 | $43,897 | $50,643 | $26,257 |
| Criminal justice | 23 | $40,705 | $46,495 | $21,250 |
| Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology, Other | 23 | n/a | $46,183 | $19,950 |
| Teacher education by grade level | 55 | $41,181 | $45,577 | $19,487 |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | 28 | $41,288 | $44,030 | $18,375 |
| Psychology | 18 | n/a | $40,919 | $18,875 |
| Special education | 30 | $46,781 | n/a | $21,620 |
| Physical Sciences, General | 21 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | 19 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Family and consumer sciences | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Social work | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Chadron State College
7 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 7 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 43 | $71,521 | $23,892 |
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 33 | $65,581 | $30,000 |
| Education leadership | Master's | 27 | $74,313 | $20,500 |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 18 | $59,638 | $38,807 |
| Curriculum and Instruction | Master's | 17 | $59,162 | n/a |
| Human resources | Master's | 17 | $51,532 | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,540 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 65% women, 35% men
- 15 students for every faculty member
- Setting: remote town
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
Is it hard to get into Chadron State College?
No. Chadron State College has open admission for students with a high school diploma or equivalent. Some programs may have extra requirements.
How much does Chadron State College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $8,542 for in-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $12,662 a year in 2024-25.
What is the graduation rate at Chadron State College?
48% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Chadron State College graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $51,365 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.