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Centura College-Norfolk
Norfolk, Virginia · Private for-profit career college
Address: 7020 North Military Highway, Norfolk, VA 23518 · Phone: (757) 853-2121 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Centura College-Norfolk is a private for-profit trade school in Norfolk, Virginia offering electrician, construction trades, and medical billing & coding programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Centura College-Norfolk has a 72.7% completion rate, above the Virginia state average of 57.1%, with graduates carrying a median debt of $14,750 and median earnings of $25,930 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Centura College-Norfolk; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used here, and 55.4% of students receive Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $40,780 | $62,900 | $78,190 |
| Construction laborers | $32,900 | $43,560 | $47,550 |
| Medical records specialists | $37,630 | $53,290 | $64,950 |
| Dental assistants | $37,720 | $46,670 | $53,040 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 35 | not reported | not reported | $14,750 |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 1–2 years | 34 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 24 | $22,385 | $21,679 | $9,500 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | $21,017 | $21,234 | $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
Centura College-Norfolk is a private for-profit trade school located in Norfolk, Virginia. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students here can use federal financial aid (Title IV funding applies). The campus awards credentials across four program families, with the most common being electrician schools, construction trades programs, and medical billing & coding programs.
Federal data show a completion rate of 72.7%, which is above the Virginia state average of 57.1%. Graduates of this campus carry a median debt of $14,750, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $25,930. About 55.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With a total undergraduate enrollment of 163 and 109 trade completers, this is a small, locally-focused campus in a midsize city setting. The program mix — electrician, construction trades, and medical billing/coding — suggests options for both hands-on skilled trades and office-based healthcare administration training, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students, including adult career changers, should confirm program length, schedule, and licensing requirements directly with the school by phone or website, and can verify accreditation status and outcomes independently through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Centura College-Norfolk offers programs in electrician training, construction trades, medical billing & coding, and dental assisting, with electrician and construction trades being the largest programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the campus is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and 55.4% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 72.7%, which is above the Virginia state average of 57.1%.
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 10 years after entry are reported at $25,930.
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 directly at (757) 853-2121 or via its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Centura College-Norfolk is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and financial aid options compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm schedules for specific programs.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through ACCSC and review federal outcome data directly on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program formats or adult-learner services, so career changers should contact the school directly to discuss scheduling and program fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students should confirm state licensing needs for their chosen trade with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Centura College-Norfolk at (757) 853-2121 or through its website, https://www.centuracollege.edu/campuses/norfolk.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across similar campuses.
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.