PublicTownChadron State College
Chadron, Nebraska 69337-2690
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
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Chadron State College is a public town institution in Chadron, Nebraska. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.
A small campus of 1.6K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
38% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $47,002 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $13,308.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Eagles
History & Fun Facts
- •History Chadron State College was announced in January 1909 as the fourth normal school in the state.
- •While the school was originally meant to open Fall 1910, opposition from then-governor Ashton C.
- •The college opened in 1911 as the Chadron State Normal College.
- •In March 1921, the Nebraska State Legislature passed a bill making all state-funded normal schools colleges.
- •In 1964, the college re-branded to its current name, Chadron State College.
Source: Wikipedia
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Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
47.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
2.5%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$11,343
Programs (33)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
70%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
9
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from NE state average