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Centura College-Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach, Virginia · Private for-profit career college
Address: 2697 Dean Dr. Ste. 100, Virginia Beach, VA 23452 · Phone: 7573402121310 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Centura College-Virginia Beach is a private for-profit trade school in Virginia Beach, VA offering HVAC schools programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Centura College-Virginia Beach has a 71.4% 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.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Centura College-Virginia Beach; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 12.5% 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 |
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 | 22 | not reported | not reported | $14,730 |
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-Virginia Beach is a private for-profit trade school located in Virginia Beach, VA. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used to attend. The campus concentrates on a single program family, awarding credentials in HVAC schools, with 22 completers reported in the most recent federal data.
Federal outcome data shows a completion rate of 71.4%, which is above the Virginia state average of 57.1%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $14,750, and median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $25,930. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 12.5% of students received Pell Grants, a federal benefit for lower-income students.
This campus may suit students seeking a focused, single-track HVAC training program rather than a broad associate-degree experience, though whether it fits an adult career-changer's schedule is not stated in the data available. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status directly with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review the school's full outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before applying. Contact the school directly for tuition, schedule, and enrollment details not covered by federal reporting.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Centura College-Virginia Beach offers HVAC schools programs, with 22 completers reported in federal data. It is the campus's only listed program family.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and its status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal 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 71.4%, which is above the Virginia state average of 57.1%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is reported at $14,750.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten 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 at 7573402121310 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-Virginia Beach is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and institutional funding sources compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review federal outcomes at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?232016.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not report schedule or format details needed to assess fit for adult career-changers; contact the school to ask about scheduling options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in this data set; contact the school or your state's licensing board for HVAC certification requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Centura College-Virginia Beach by phone at 7573402121310 or visit https://www.centuracollege.edu/campuses/virginia-beach for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This data set does not include comparative information on other nearby HVAC programs; check the College Scorecard to compare schools directly.
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.