College Costs
Tuition at CCC is among the most competitive in the state, and we offer a number of financial aid programs to qualified students to help lower costs even more.
The bottom line is that at CCC you can invest less money in your college education without compromising the quality of your education.
Net Price Calculator
This Net Price Calculator will provide a preliminary estimate of federal aid eligibility, to help families understand what aid the student may be awarded and make arrangements to cover the cost of attendance at college.
College Costs
In addition to tuition, fees, room and board listed below, students should expect other costs for books, tools, supplies, uniforms, travel, and other items. Costs will vary depending on the requirements of the program and the needs of the student. Average cost of books for full-time students is approximately $1,500 per academic year. Note: actual costs vary by program of study and source of purchase. CCC does not require students to purchase books from specific sources.
2022-23 Tuition and Fees (cost per credit)
Tuition | Fees | Total | |
---|---|---|---|
Nebraska Resident |
$94 |
$16 |
$110 |
Non-Resident |
$141 |
$16 |
$157 |
2022-23 Room and Board Rates
Occupancy | Meal Plan | Cost |
---|---|---|
Double/Triple | 14 meals a week | $3,592 a semester |
Double/Triple | 19 meals a week | $3,930 a semester |
Single | 14 meals a week | $5,220 a semester |
Single | 19 meals a week | $5,558 a semester |
2021-22 Tuition and Fees (cost per credit)
Tuition | Fees | Total | |
---|---|---|---|
Nebraska Resident |
$92 |
$15 |
$107 |
Non-Resident |
$138 |
$15 |
$153 |
2021-22 Room and Board Rates
Occupancy | Meal Plan | Cost |
---|---|---|
Double/Triple | 14 meals a week | $3,467 a semester |
Double/Triple | 19 meals a week | $3,783 a semester |
Single | 14 meals a week | $5,095 a semester |
Single | 19 meals a week | $5,411 a semester |
Tuition and Fees Refund
Students who drop credits within the time periods listed below, according to the course's scheduled session length, will receive a 100 percent refund of tuition and fees. Thereafter, no refund is available. Contact the Student Accounts Office for assistance.
Scheduled Session Length | College Instructional Days | Refund |
---|---|---|
17 weeks or greater | 0-10 Days | 100% |
After 10 Days | No Refund | |
16-13 weeks | 0-10 Days | 100% |
After 10 Days | No Refund | |
12-9 weeks | 0-7 Days | 100% |
After 7 Days | No Refund | |
8-5 weeks | 0-5 Days | 100% |
After 5 Days | No Refund | |
4-1 weeks | 0-2 Days | 100% |
After 2 Days | No Refund | |
1-0 weeks | Prior to First Class | 100% |
After First Class | No Refund |
One and two-day seminars and workshops are excluded from refunds after the activity begins.
In order to receive a refund, a student must notify the Registrar’s Office and Student Accounts Office. Students who have credit balances will receive a refund within 60 days.
Classification
Nebraska Residents
A student qualifies for resident tuition rates at Central Community College if he or she is not an international student or dependent with an F status, and meets one of the following criteria:
- Legal Age Resident or Emancipated Minor
- Dependent Minor (less than 19 years of age)
- Legal Age Dependent (19-24 years of age)
- Married to a Nebraska Resident
- Permanent Resident, Asylee or Refugee
- University / State College / NE Community College
Employee or Dependent / Spouse - Active Duty Military / NE National Guard
Dependent or Spouse - Nebraksa High School Graduate / Nebraska Dream Act
- Native American
- Recruited or Transferred Employee or Dependent / Spouse
- Nebraska High School Graduate Veteran
- Military Veteran or Dependent / Spouse
- Midwest Student Exchange
If you qualify in one of these categories, please request the Application for Residency Tuition Classification by email: admissions@cccneb.edu
Non-Nebraska Residents
An individual who does not qualify for the resident tuition rate is considered a non-resident.
If you believe you should be considered a Nebraska resident and receive in-state tuition, please contact the Admissions Office of your choice.
CCC Admissions
admissions@cccneb.edu
Columbus Campus: 402-562-1257
Grand Island Campus: 308-398-7420
Hastings Campus: 402-461-2428
Some programs have other course materials or additional program expenses. You can view the estimates below. Contact the program advisor for questions.
2022-23 Specific Program Expenses
Advanced Manufacturing Design Technology
Required Tools: $3,306
Safety Eyewear: $50
TOTAL: $3,356
Auto Body Technology
Required Tools: $5,000
Uniform Shirts (4): $140
Nib Sander: $10
Polishing Cloth: $20
Total: $5,170
Automotive Technology
Required Tools & Toolbox: $4,500
Uniform Shirts (4): $140
Required Shoes: $100
Safety Eyewear: $20
609 Certificate (HVAC Certificate): $20
Jumper Wire Kit: $15
Terminal Kit: $80
Total: $$4,875
Construction
Required Tools: $338
Dental Assisting
Uniforms: $200
Required Shoes: $100
Safety Eyewear: $20
Practicum Insurance: $12
Total: $332
Dental Hygiene - 1st Year
Instrument Kit: $8,700
Uniforms: $280
Required Shoes: $100
Safety Eyewear (Loupes): $2,500
Practicum Insurance: $12
SADHA Association Fees: $65
Gloves, Masks, cost to rotation sites: $250
Total: $11,907
Diesel Technology
Required Tools & Toolbox $6,000
Uniform Shirts (4): $180
Required Shoes: $100
Safety Eyewear: $10
Total: $6,250
Electrical Technology
Required Tools $600
Hospitality Management and Culinary Arts
- Culinary Specialization
Uniforms: $200
Nursing – 1st Year
Required Instruments: $100
Uniforms: $250
Practicum Insurance: $12
ATI Fees - NURS*1100: $1,425
Nursing Programd Fees 1st Year: $40
Total: $1,827
Nursing – 2nd Year
Practicum Insurance: $12
ATI Fee - NURS*2300 - 2nd year: $1,175
Nursing Program Fees - 2nd year: $55
Total: $1,242
Welding
Required Tools: $661
Contact
Student Accounts
402-562-1226