Chadron State College

Chadron State College is a mid-size public master's university (medium program) located in Chadron, Nebraska, with an undergraduate enrollment of 1,540. The institution offers master's-level programs across multiple professional and academic fields alongside its undergraduate curriculum, serving students seeking advanced credentials in applied disciplines. As a public institution primarily funded through state appropriations and federal grants, it operates within the broader Nebraska postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. The institution maintains an open-admissions policy for most of its programs, making it accessible to a broad range of prospective students. Net price for families earning \$48,001–$75,000 averages $12,561 per year. The highest program-level earnings outcomes are in CIP 00 — 10-year median earnings among aid recipients in these fields reach $69,151. The 4-year graduation rate is 44%, near the national average. Among students who received federal financial aid, 10-year median earnings are $47,002.