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Centura College-Newport News
Newport News, Virginia · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 616 Denbigh Blvd., Newport News, VA 23608 · Phone: (757) 874-2121 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Centura College-Newport News is a private for-profit trade school in Newport News, VA offering HVAC and massage therapy programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Centura College-Newport News has a 75.0% completion rate versus a 57.1% state average, with median graduate debt of $14,750 and median earnings of $25,930 ten years after entry.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Centura College-Newport News; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid is accepted, and about 60.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $39,760 | $59,730 | $73,440 |
| Massage therapists | $38,070 | $62,220 | $93,600 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 62 | not reported | not reported | $14,730 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 28 | $20,654 | $15,922 | $7,521 |
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
Centura College-Newport News is a private for-profit trade school located in Newport News, Virginia. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, to help pay for their education. The campus's two program families are HVAC schools and massage therapy schools, with HVAC being the larger program by completer count (62), followed by massage therapy (28).
According to federal data, this campus has a completion rate of 75.0%, which is above the Virginia state average of 57.1%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $14,750. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry were reported at $25,930. Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 60.0% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of financially eligible students.
This campus may suit students seeking hands-on, program-specific training in HVAC or massage therapy rather than a broad liberal arts education; the setting suggests a focus on shorter, career-specific tracks. Undergraduate enrollment is small, at 203 students, with 90 trade completers reported. Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should independently verify accreditation status and outcomes through the accreditor's website or the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Centura College-Newport News offers HVAC schools and massage therapy schools programs. HVAC has 62 completers and massage therapy has 28, based on federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, with an accreditation status of Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 75.0%, which is above the Virginia state average of 57.1%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $14,750, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are $25,930, according to federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Centura College-Newport News is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure, funding sources, and institutional priorities compared to public or non-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 verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and check outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?377449.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers focused programs in HVAC and massage therapy rather than broad general education, which may suit those seeking hands-on, program-specific training; specific fit for career changers is not detailed in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements after program completion are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Centura College-Newport News at (757) 874-2121 or visit https://www.centuracollege.edu/campuses/newport-news to learn more or apply.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools offering HVAC or massage therapy programs is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard for regional comparisons.
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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.