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Centra College
Lynchburg, Virginia · Private non-profit college · Training programs available:
Address: 905 Lakeside Dr., Suite A, Lynchburg, VA 24501 · Phone: (434) 200-3070 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Centra College is a private non-profit trade school in Lynchburg, VA offering LPN / LVN programs, accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Centra College carry a median debt of $15,250 and earn a median of $60,122 ten years after entry; this campus's completion rate versus the Virginia state average of 57.1% is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Centra College; contact the school for current tuition. The school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and 46.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,580 | $64,920 | $74,540 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Virginia (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 20 | $38,470 | $33,993 | $9,500 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Centra College is a private non-profit trade and career school located in Lynchburg, Virginia. The campus is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and is approved for federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid to help pay for their education. The school focuses on a single program family, awarding LPN / LVN programs, with 20 recent completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 219 students.
Federal data provides some outcome figures for this campus. The state average completion rate for similar programs in Virginia is 57.1%, though this campus's own completion rate and how it compares to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $15,250, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $60,122. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 46.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus centers on a single, focused LPN/LVN credential rather than a broad menu of trade programs, which may suit students seeking a direct path into practical nursing rather than a multi-year associate degree. Given the small enrollment and single-program focus, career changers interested specifically in practical nursing may want to contact the school directly to ask about program length and schedule, since that detail is not reported here. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome data yourself, check with the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Centra College offers LPN / LVN programs, its only program family, with 20 recent completers.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Centra College is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid, so eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid; about 46.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's specific completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The Virginia state average completion rate for comparable programs is 57.1%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates of Centra College carry a median debt of $15,250, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $60,122.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (434) 200-3070 or visit its website for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Centra College is a private non-profit institution, which can affect tuition pricing and institutional mission compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?232618.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
The specific license or certification required after completing the LPN / LVN program is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm licensing requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Centra College by phone at (434) 200-3070 or visit https://www.centrahealth.com/college for application information.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.