Tuition at CCC is among the most competitive in the state, and we offer a number of financial aid programs to help qualified students further reduce costs.
The bottom line is that at CCC, you can invest less money in your college education without compromising the quality of your education.
The Net Price Calculator will provide a preliminary estimate of federal aid eligibility to help you understand what aid you may be awarded and make arrangements to cover the cost of attendance at college.
You can get a full estimate of your federal aid based on your personal financial situation in about three to five minutes.
At CCC, students graduate with less debt — and less debt means more opportunity. You can go anywhere from here.
The Office of Financial Aid creates the estimated Cost of Attendance (COA) to give students an average of the expenses they may incur during the academic year while attending CCC. It typically exceeds a student’s bill because it includes not only tuition and fees but also living expenses, books, supplies, transportation and personal expenses.
The COA is used to determine eligibility for financial aid, such as grants and loans, and to set a federally required limit on the amount of financial aid a student can receive.
The COA is divided into two categories: direct and indirect costs.
Direct costs are those that appear on a student’s CCC bill, such as tuition, fees, housing and food plan charges (if the student lives on campus) and textbook charges through the Raider Ready Textbook program.
Indirect costs are estimated expenses that won’t appear on a student’s bill but are important to consider when budgeting. These can include costs such as supplies, transportation, loan fees and personal expenses.
Although costs vary depending on a student’s individual situation, program of study and spending habits, the following provides estimated costs for two semesters (30 credit hours).
On-Campus
Tuition and Fees: $3,540
Living Expenses: $9,658
Books and Supplies: $918
Personal: $1,462
Transportation: $1,344
Total COA: $16,922
Off-Campus
Tuition and Fees: $3,540
Living Expenses: $11,638
Books and Supplies: $918
Personal: $1,462
Transportation: $2,688
Total COA: $20,246
Off-Campus Living with Parent
Tuition and Fees: $3,540
Living Expenses: $5,792
Books and Supplies: $918
Personal: $1,462
Transportation: $2,688
Total COA: $14,400
On-Campus
Tuition and Fees: $3,540
Living Expenses: $9,658
Books and Supplies: $918
Personal: $1,462
Transportation: $1,344
Total COA: $16,922
Off-Campus
Tuition and Fees: $3,540
Living Expenses: $11,638
Books and Supplies: $918
Personal: $1,462
Transportation: $2,688
Total COA: $20,246
The tuition listed in the Cost of Attendance (COA) is an estimate and is finalized each spring by the CCC Board of Governors for the upcoming academic year.
At CCC, tuition and fees are charged per credit hour. To calculate your total tuition and fees cost, multiply the total number of credit hours by the applicable tuition and fees rate.
Residence classification is generally determined at the time of admission to CCC. For more detailed information, please refer to the Resident Classification section.
Tuition: $102
Fees: $16
Total: $118
Tuition: $102
Fees: $16
Total: $118
Tuition: $102
Fees: $16
Total: $118
The estimate in the COA is an allowance for the cost of housing (whether on- or off-campus, or at home with family) and food for the academic year. Estimates are created by surveying students and local housing providers to determine the average amount students are spending.
A student’s estimated housing amount may vary depending on WHERE they choose to live:
Double/Triple
Meal Plan: 200 Block Meal Plan
Cost: $3,762
Double/Triple
Meal Plan: 300 Block Meal Plan
Cost: $4,109
Single
Meal Plan: 200 Block Meal Plan
Cost: $5,513
Single
Meal Plan: 300 Block Meal Plan
Cost: $5,860
Food costs may also vary depending on a student’s own spending (and eating) habits.
The Office of Financial Aid creates the estimated Cost of Attendance (COA) to give students an average of the expenses they may incur during the academic year while attending CCC. It typically exceeds a student’s bill because it includes not only tuition and fees but also living expenses, books, supplies, transportation and personal expenses.
The COA is used to determine eligibility for financial aid, such as grants and loans, and to set a federally required limit on the amount of financial aid a student can receive.
The COA is divided into two categories: direct and indirect costs.
Direct costs are those that appear on a student’s CCC bill, such as tuition, fees, housing and food plan charges (if the student lives on campus) and textbook charges through the Raider Ready Textbook program.
Indirect costs are estimated expenses that won’t appear on a student’s bill but are important to consider when budgeting. These can include costs such as supplies, transportation, loan fees and personal expenses.
Although costs vary depending on a student’s individual situation, program of study and spending habits, the following provides estimated costs for two semesters (30 credit hours).
On-Campus
Tuition and Fees: $3,450
Living Expenses: $9,362
Books and Supplies: $826
Personal: $1,422
Transportation: $1,286
Total COA: $16,346
Off-Campus
Tuition and Fees: $3,450
Living Expenses: $10,972
Books and Supplies: $826
Personal: $1,422
Transportation: $2,572
Total COA: $19,242
Off-Campus Living with Parent
Tuition and Fees: $3,450
Living Expenses: $5,618
Books and Supplies: $826
Personal: $1,422
Transportation: $2,572
Total COA: $13,888
On-Campus
Tuition and Fees: $4,935
Living Expenses: $9,362
Books and Supplies: $826
Personal: $1,422
Transportation: $1,286
Total COA: $17,831
Off-Campus
Tuition and Fees: $4,935
Living Expenses: $10,972
Books and Supplies: $826
Personal: $1,422
Transportation: $2,572
Total COA: $20,727
The tuition listed in the Cost of Attendance (COA) is an estimate and is finalized each spring by the CCC Board of Governors for the upcoming academic year.
At CCC, tuition and fees are charged per credit hour. To calculate your total tuition and fees cost, multiply the total number of credit hours by the applicable tuition and fees rate.
Residence classification is generally determined at the time of admission to CCC. For more detailed information, please refer to the Resident Classification section.
Tuition: $99
Fees: $16
Total: $115
Tuition: $148.50
Fees: $16
Total: $164.50
Tuition: $100
Fees: $16
Total: $116
The estimate in the COA is an allowance for the cost of housing (whether on- or off-campus, or at home with family) and food for the academic year. Estimates are created by surveying students and local housing providers to determine the average amount students are spending.
A student’s estimated housing amount may vary depending on WHERE they choose to live:
Double/Triple
Meal Plan: 200 Block Meal Plan
Cost: $3,629
Double/Triple
Meal Plan: 300 Block Meal Plan
Cost: $3,961
Single
Meal Plan: 200 Block Meal Plan
Cost: $5,329
Single
Meal Plan: 300 Block Meal Plan
Cost: $5,329
Food costs may also vary depending on a student’s own spending (and eating) habits.
An essential part of college success is having the right books and supplies for your courses. The cost of books and supplies can vary depending on the classes you’re taking.
To streamline the book purchasing process and provide cost-effective options for students, CCC offers the Raider Ready Textbook Program. This program ensures that all students, across all courses, have access to the necessary learning materials on or before the first day of class, helping you start your academic journey with the resources you need from day one.
To find out which materials are required for your classes and included in the Raider Ready Textbook Program, visit the CCC Bookstore.
All registered students are automatically enrolled in the Raider Ready program each semester, but may opt out.
While these expenses are not charged through CCC, it is still important for you to budget for them. These include allowances for transportation, clothing, recreation and other living and miscellaneous expenses.
They vary greatly based on your lifestyle. The allowance is based on what we consider reasonable but modest costs after surveying segments of our student population.
Some of our programs have an additional cost for purchasing the necessary tools, equipment or safety gear. The programs with additional costs are listed below, along with their expected costs. For a complete list of the required tools, please contact the program advisor.
1st Semester –
Required Tools: $2,792
Safety Eyewear: $20
Total: $2,812
2nd Semester –
Required Tools: $1,051
Safety Eyewear: $20
Total: $1,071
1st Year, Fall Semester –
Required Tools: $5,500
Required Toolbox:$1,500
Uniforms: $250
Safety Eyeware: $50
Total: $7,300
1st Year, Fall Semester –
Required Tools: $2,200
Uniforms Pants (2 Pair): $75
Shoes: $100
Safety Eyewear: $15
Jumper Wire Kit: $15
Total: $2,405
1st Year, Spring Semester –
Required Tools: $1,450
ASE 609 Certification: $25
Total: $1,475
2nd Year, Fall Semester –
Required Toolbox: $2,000
Total: $2,000
2nd Year, Spring Semester –
Required Tools: $1,450
Required Bonus Tools: $1,463
Total: $2,913
1st Year, Fall Semester –
Required Tools: $460
N-95 Mask/Half Face Mask: $28
Safety Eyeware: $15
Total: $503
1st Year, Fall Semester –
Uniforms: $250
Shoes: $150
Safety Eyewear: $20
CPR Certification (required in program): $70
Total: $490
1st Year, Fall Semester –
Instrument Kit: $7,000
Magnification Loupes: $2,500
Uniforms: $300
Gloves, Masks & Transportation to Rotations Sites: $125
Required Association Fees: $85
Total: $10,010
1st Year, Spring Semester –
Instrument Kit: $7,000
Gloves, Masks & Transportation to Rotations Sites: $125
Total: $7,125
2nd Year, Fall Semester –
Required Association Fees: $85
Gloves, Masks & Transportation to Rotations Sites: $125
Total: $210
2nd Year, Spring Semester –
Gloves, Masks & Transportation to Rotations Sites: $125
Clinical Board Certification/Credentialing (Required to work in field): $1,500
National Board Certificatio/Credentialing (Required to work in field) $600
Total: $2,225
1st Year, Fall Semester –
Required Tools: $7,700
Uniforms: $180
Safety Toe Shoes: $175
Safety Eyewear: $20
Air Tool Adapter Kit: $22
Total: $8,097
1st Year, Spring Semester –
ASE 609 Certification: $25
Total: $25
2nd Year, Fall Semester –
Required Toolbox (required at start of fall term): $1,200
Total: $1,200
1st Semester –
Required Tools: $500
Required Toolpouch/Bag: $100
Milwaukee Cut Resistant Gloves: $20
Safety Eyewear: $10
Total: $630
2nd Semester –
Required Tools: $500
Milwaukee Cut Resistant Gloves: $20
Safety Eyewear: $10
Total: $530
1st Year, Fall Semester –
Required Tools: $300
Required Toolbox: $250
Gloves: $25
Safety Eyewear: $30
Total: $605
1st Year, Spring Semester –
Basic Refrigeration & Charging Procedures Certification (required to work in field): $15
R-140A Safety Certification (required to work in field): $35
EPA 608 Technician Certification (required to work in field): $35
Total: $85
2nd Year, Fall Semester –
Electrical Theory ESCO Certification (required to work in field): $15
Total: $15
2nd Year, Spring Semester –
Gas Heat ESCO Certification (required to work in field): $15
Total: $15
1st Year, Fall Semester –
Safety Vest: $30
Composite Toe Boots: $250
Gloves: $50
Hard Hat: $30
Safety Eyewear: $20
Equipment Keys: $50
Total: $430
Optional Tools –
Electric Grease Gun: $500
1st Semester –
Culinary Uniforms & Culinary Kit: $235
Culinary Knife Kit: $145
Serve Safe Alcohol Certification (required in program): $30
Serve Safe Manager Certification (required in program): $38
Total: $448
1st Semester –
Uniforms: $200
Stethoscope: $50
CPR/BLS Certification (required in program): $75
Total: $325
Optional Training –
Medication Aide Training: $431
1st Semester –
Uniforms: $100
Shoes: $65
Total: $165
3rd Semester –
Media Lab Simulator: $98
Total: $98
1st Year, Fall Semester –
ATI Fees: $1,881
Program Fees: $40
Required Instruments: $100
Uniforms: $250
Total: $2,271
1st Year, Spring Semester –
ATI Fees: $1,881
Licensing & NCLEX Certification/Credentialing (required to work in LPN field): $323
Total: $2,204
2nd Year, Fall Semester –
Program Fees: $55
Total: $55
2nd Year, Spring Semester –
Licensing & NCLEX Certification/Credentialing (required to work in RN field): $323
Total: $323
2nd Year, Fall Semester –
AOTA Required Association Fees: $75
NOTA Required Association Fees: $30
PAM Certification (required in program): $100
OTHA Knowledge Certification: $15
Total: $220
1st Year, Fall Semester –
Uniforms: $170
Shoes: $75
Safety Eyewear: $25
FISDAP: $64
NREMT Cognitive Certification-EMT (required to work in field): $110
Total: $444
Optional Equipment –
Stethoscope: $100
1st Year, Spring Semester –
PALS Certification (required in program): $90
Total: $90
1st Year, Summer Semester –
ACLS Certification (required in program): $82
PHTLS Certification (required in program): $20
AMLS Certification (required in program): $20
NREMT Cognitive Certification (required to work in field): $180
Total: $302
1st Year, Fall Semester –
Uniforms: $50
BLS Certification (required in program): $70
Total: $120
1st Year, Spring Semester –
State of NE License (Pharmacy Law & Business Application): $25
Total: $25
1st Year, Summer Semester –
Pharmacy Tech Pre-Test & Exam: $158
Total: $158
1st Semester, Fall Semester –
Required Tools & Toolbox: $1,250
Required Toolbox: $50
Safety Eyewear: $400
Total: $1,700
A student is eligible for resident tuition rates at Central Community College if they are not an international student or dependent with F status and meet one of the following conditions:
If you qualify in one of these categories, please email the completed application to CCC Admissions.
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.
Columbus Campus: 402-562-1257
Grand Island Campus: 308-398-7420
Hastings Campus: 402-461-2428
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 percent |
| After 10 Days | No Refund | |
| 16 – 13 weeks | 0 – 10 Days | 100 percent |
| After 10 Days | No Refund | |
| 12 – 9 weeks | 0 – 7 Days | 100 percent |
| After 7 Days | No Refund | |
| 8 – 5 weeks | 0 – 5 Days | 100 percent |
| After 5 Days | No Refund | |
| 4 – 1 weeks | 0 – 2 Days | 100 percent |
| After 2 Days | No Refund | |
| 1 – 0 weeks | Prior to First Class | 100 percent |
| After First Class | No Refund |
One- and two-day seminars and workshops are not eligible for refunds after the activity begins.
To receive a refund, a student must notify the Registrar’s Office and the Student Accounts Office. Students who have credit balances will receive a refund within 60 days.
Student Accounts
402-562-1226
