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WelcomeMake Central Community College your opening chapter! It’s no wonder so many students across Nebraska,

the United States and the world choose CCC. CCC understands that each student is unique and provides each one with the individual attention, encouragement and opportunities they need to succeed.

Founded in 1966 and located in the heart of Nebraska, CCC is home to three campuses – Columbus, Grand Island and Hastings – with a combined annual enrollment of

22,000. Each campus has a small, family-like environment designed with our students’ needs in mind.

Whether you need a few courses to refine your skills, a program to prepare you for immediate employment or

classes that will transfer to a four-year college, CCC has the answer! Our supportive faculty

will encourage you throughout your journey, helping you to gain the

knowledge and skills that tomorrow’s world

demands.Full-Time Students

23%Part-Time Students

77%

39%Male

Students

61%Female

Students

Faculty to Student Ratio

1:14*All data from 2016-17

Choir Jeffrey Kitson jkitson@cccneb.edu 402-562-1270

Men’s Basketball TBA athletics@cccneb.edu 402-562-1428

Women’s Basketball Billy Perkins billyperkins@cccneb.edu 402-562-1271

Men’s Golf J. Britt Blackwell jblackwell@cccneb.edu 402-562-1273

Men’s Soccer Hawken Hanna hawkenhanna@cccneb.edu 402-562-1263

Women’s Soccer Jamie Bennett jamesbennett@cccneb.edu 402-562-1489

Softball Caitlin Simon caitlinsimon@cccneb.edu 402-562-1234

Volleyball Abigail Pollart abigailpollart@cccneb.edu 402-562-1496

Concert Band Anthony Burnham anthonyburnham@cccneb.edu 402-562-1294

Theater Stephanie Tschetter stephanietschetter@cccneb.edu 402-562-1282

AthleticsFine Arts

Student OrganizationsAcademic and Professional

Campus Ministries

Cultural, Diversity and Activism

Honors Societies

Musical and Performing Arts*

Political

Recreation

Residential

Service and Leadership

Special Interest

Student Government*Columbus Campus

CCC Sports All on the Columbus Campus

Men’s Basketball

Women’s Basketball

Men’s Golf

Men’s Soccer

Women’s Soccer

Softball

Volleyball

Coed Dance & Cheer Team

Raider Rex Mascot

College ExperienceMake the most of your college experience!

Get involved to help build your resume with extra curricular leadership activities that CCC has to offer. While each location has its own flair they all have something for everyone. From archery to music and everything in between CCC has something for you.

www.cccneb.edu/studentlife

CentersKearney | Holdrege | Lexington

Center Services

• Apply for admissions• Take a placement test• Register for Distant Learning and online

classes

Columbus Campus• New all turf soccer fields

• Outdoor lighted sports course

• Nine-hole disc golf course

• Bike share program

• Newly renovated cardio and weight room

• Student-run green house with free veggies for the picking

• Student center featuring a pool table, fooseball table, ping-pong table and lounge area

• Week of Welcome festivities and annual student activities

• Fine Arts performances, such as musical performances and plays

• Raider athletic events

• On-campus cafeteria and bookstore

Grand Island Campus• Flexible class offerings to support

traditional students and day-working nontraditional students

• A unique specialty in raising bees and extracting their honey, which is later sold to raise scholarship dollars for our students

• Bike share

• Cardio and weight room with private locker rooms

• Student Center featuring pool table, foosball table and lounge area

• On-campus bookstore

• On-campus snack bar

• Back-to-school festivities and annual student events

Hastings Campus• An on-campus construction program

gives students opportunities to apply their construction skills by working on an actual house built each year and sold for auction

• The Hall Student Union features a student cafeteria and a recreation center for students to play pool, ping-pong or watch TV

• The Woodlands Dining Room is operated by students enrolled in the hospitality/culinary arts program

• Campus radio station KCNT is operated by students enrolled in the broadcast program

• Disc golf course

• Gymnasium with basketball courts

• Cardio and weight room

• Outdoor/indoor soccer, sand volleyball and basketball facilities

• Starbucks™ and snack bar

• On-campus bookstore

• First-Year Experience festivities and annual student activities

Hastings

Grand Island

Columbus

Kearney

Holdrege

Lexington

Center Campus

25 county service area

Clay Residence Hall RoomsHastings Campus

Boone/Colfax/Valley Residence Halls Hastings Campus

Franklin Residence Hall SuiteHastings Campus

Residence Life

Greeley Residence Hall SuiteHastings Campus

Residence Hall SuiteColumbus Campus

West Residence Hall RoomsColumbus Campus

Room and Board

Add to your overall college experience by living in the spacious and modern residence halls on the Columbus or Hastings campus. You’ll enjoy access to the student center, cafeteria, gymnasium, library and other campus amenities.

If you’re living in one of our residence halls then you will enjoy free:

• Internet services

• Cable TV services

• Laundry facilities

• Utilities

• 24-hour security

• Free parking

Double/Triple Occupancy

$3,359 | 14 meal plan $3,657 | 19 meal plan

Off campus, privately owned apartments are conveniently located near the Grand Island Campus.

www.cccneb.edu/housing

Doctoral Degree

(10-12 Years)

Master’s Degree (6-8 Years)

Bachelor’s Degree (4 Years)

Associate’s Degree (2 Years)

Diploma (1 Year)

Certificate (3 Weeks – 6 Months)

Course (3 Credit Hours)

Early College (Dual Credit)

At Central Community College we offer more than 154 different degrees, diplomas and certificates to maximize your success and put you on the path to a fulfilling career.

Early College Classes: Get a head start on your college degree while still in high school. High School students age 16 or older can enroll in program and general education courses that work toward a degree at CCC or another college. Check with your counselor about signing up for CCC college classes or visit www.cccneb.edu/earlycollege

Course: A course is typically three credit hours.

Certificate: This typically requires four to five classes that teach a specific skill within a technical program. (12 or more to complete)

Diploma: This is a one-year option within a technical program. It also includes the practical nursing program. (30 or more credits to complete)

Associate of Arts Degree (AA) and Associate of Science Degree (AS): These are two-year programs designed to transfer into a bachelor’s degree program at a four-year college or university. (60 or more credits to complete)

Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS): This is a two-year program that prepares students for specific occupations and immediate employment in the workforce.

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN): This is a two-year program that prepares graduates to take the exam required to become a registered nurse.

Academic Transfer Programs:Accounting All,OAgriculture C,HArt and Design CBiological Sciences AllBusiness Administration All,OChemistry AllCriminal Justice AllEducation AllEconomics AllEngineering AllGeography AllHistory AllMathematics AllMusic CNutrition AllPhilosophy AllPhysical Education and Recreation CPhysical Science AllPolitical Science AllPre-Professional Studies AllPsychology AllSociology AllSpanish AllSpeech AllTheatre C

Start Here, Go Anywhere!Academic Transfer: AA/AS Degree

Exciting opportunities await you as a transfer student at CCC. You will take the same general education courses at CCC as you would at any four-year institution, but at a fraction of the cost. Our Associate of Arts (AA) and Associate of Science (AS) degrees are designed to transfer into a bachelor’s degree program at four-year colleges or universities. You’ll be assigned to a CCC Academic Transfer Specialist who will help guide you through a smooth transition to the four-year institution of your choice whether in Nebraska or another state.

Special Transfer Opportunities Available:

We strive to make your transfer as stress free as possible. That’s why we’ve partnered with multiple colleges and universities right here in central Nebraska to create 2+2 transfer opportunities. These special transfer opportunities work to make sure you can compete your bachelor’s degree with two years at CCC and two years at the participating colleges and universities. Other transfer options will allow you to transfer to participating colleges at a reduced tuition rate after graduation from CCC. Specific transfer agreements allow you to transfer up to 66 credits to four-year colleges and universities.

Key C – Columbus GI – Grand Island H – Hastings

K – Kearney O – Online All – All Locationswww.cccneb.edu/transfer

Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration• Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Diploma H• Basic Refrigeration Certificate H

Information Technology• Information Technology and Systems Diploma C,GI,H,O• Cisco Networking Certificate C,GI,H,O• Information Technology and Systems Concepts C,GI,H,O

Certificate

Library and Information Services Certificate O

Mechatronics• Mechatronics Diploma C• Industrial Technology Certificate C,K• Control Systems Certificate C• Automation Certificate C• Fluid Power Certificate C• Instrumentation Certificate C• Process Control Certificate C

Media Arts• Media Arts Diploma H• Broadcast Announcing Certificate H• Broadcasting Certificate H• Digital Production Certificate H• Graphic Arts Basic Certificate H• Graphic Design Certificate H• Multimedia Certificate H• Photography Certificate H• Video Production Certificate H• Web Page Design Certificate H

Medical Assisting• Administrative Medical Office Certificate C,H

Nursing• Practical Nursing Diploma C,GI,K

Paramedicine• Paramedicine Diploma GI• Paramedicine Certificate GI

Pharmacy Technician• Pharmacy Technician Diploma GI

Quality Technology• Quality Technology Diploma O• Quality Calibration Certificate O• Quality Inspection Certificate O• Lean Six Sigma Certificate O• Quality Auditor Certificate O

Truck Driver Certificate H

Welding Technology• Welding Technology Diploma C,GI,H• Advanced Welding Certificate C,GI,H• Manual Welding Certificate C,GI,H• Production Welding Certificate C,GI,H

Agricultural Sciences • Agri-Business Diploma, Certificate C,H• Precision Agricultural Diploma C,H• Agricultural Concepts Certificate C,H• Crop Production Certificate C,H• Livestock Production Certificate C,H• Precision Mapping Certificate C,H• Precision Technician Certificate C,H

Advanced Manufacturing Design Technology• Advanced Manufacturing Design Diploma H• General Manufacturing Certificate C,H,K• CNC Manufacturing Certificate C,H• Plastic Mold Maker Certificate C,H• Tool & Die Certificate C,H

Auto Body Technology• Accelerated Metals Diploma H• Accelerated Refinishing Diploma H

Advanced Paint Certificate H• Basic Metal Certificate H• Basic Paint Certificate H• Collision Repair Certificate H

Automotive Technology• Automotive Technology Diploma, Certificate H• Brakes, Steering & Suspension Certificate H• Automotive Engine Performance Certificate H• Engine Repair Certificate H

Business Administration• Business Administration Diploma, Certificate C,GI,H,O• Accounting Diploma C,GI,H,O• Bookkeeping Certificate C,GI,H,O• Entrepreneurship Certificate C,GI,H,O• Supervisory Management Certificate C,GI,H,O• Logistics Certificate O

Business Technology• Business Technology Diploma, Certificate C,GI,H,O• Business Software Certificate C,GI,H,O• Social Media Specialist Certificate C,GI,H,O

Construction Technology• Construction Technology Diploma H• Management Diploma H• Design & Estimate Certificate H• Interior Finish Carpentry Certificate H• Jobsite Leader Certificate H• Residential Framing Certificate H

Criminal Justice• Police Field Services Diploma All• Criminal Justice Certificate All• Correctional Science Certificate All• Science Certificate All

Dental Assisting Diploma H

Drafting & Design Technology • Architectural Diploma H• Manufacturing Diploma H• Structural Detailing Diploma GI• Drafting & Design Technology Certificate GI,H

Diesel Technology• Diesel Technology Diploma H• Basic Mechanics Certificate H• Electrical Certificate H• Engine Performance Certificate H• Hydraulics Certificate H• Truck System Certificate H

Early Childhood Education• Early Childhood Education Diploma C,GI,H,O• Home Visitor Diploma C,GI,H,O• Infant/Toddler Certificate C,GI,H,O

Electrical Technology• Residential Diploma GI,H• Commercial Wiring Certificate GI,H• Electrical Fundamentals Certificate GI,H,K• Residential Wiring Certificate GI,H

Environmental Health & Safety • Environmental Health & Safety Diploma Online Blended• Generalist Certificate Online Blended

Energy Technology• Energy Technology Diploma H• Solar and Wind Energy Certificate H

Health Information Management• Admin Medical Office Diploma O• Medical Coding Diploma O• Reimbursement Diploma O• Health Information Clerk Certificate O• Health Informatics Certificate O

Heavy Equipment Operator Technician Diploma H

Hospitality and Restaurant Management• Hospitality Diploma H• Hospitality Concepts Certificate H• Culinary Concepts Certificate H• Hotel Management Certificate H• Pastry & Baking Certificate H• Restaurant Management Certificate H• Tourism & Event Planning Certificate H

Human Services• Human Services Diploma GI• Activities Therapy Assistant Certificate GI• Chemical Dependency Technician Certificate GI• Mental Health Advocate Certificate GI• Peer Support Advocate Certificate GI

Advanced Manufacturing Design Technology AAS

Agricultural Sciences Degree AAS

Auto Body Technology AAS

Automotive Technology AAS

Business Administration AAS

Business Technology AAS

Construction Technology AAS

Criminal Justice AAS

Dental Hygiene AAS

Dental Assisting AAS

Drafting & Design Technology Degree AAS

Diesel Technology AAS

Early Childhood Education AAS

Electrical Technology AAS

Energy Technology AAS

Environmental Health & Safety AAS

Health Information Management AAS

Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration AAS

Heavy Equipment Operator Technician AAS

Hospitality Management & Culinary Arts AAS

Human Services AAS

Information Technology & Systems AAS

Mechatronics AAS

Media Arts AAS

Medical Assisting AAS

Medical Laboratory Technician AAS

Occupational Therapy Assistant AAS

Paramedicine AAS

Pharmacy Technician AAS

Quality Technology AAS

Welding Technology AAS

Career & Technical Degrees

Are you ready to make your mark in industry? Graduating with an Associate of Applied Science Degree will allow you to get your career started in as little as two years. We offer real-world experience to maximize your success. Our highly individualized degrees, diplomas and certificates are designed with you and your career goals in mind, leaving you ready to hit the ground running in the workforce immediately following graduation.

Key C – Columbus GI – Grand Island H – Hastings

K – Kearney O – Online All – All Locations

Step Up To A Fulfilling Career!Degrees | Diplomas | Certificates

Student ServicesWe go the extra mile to help you reach

your academic goals

Academic Success Center (ASC)ASC provides a variety of services to help you meet your academic goals including general academic assistance for most classes and free peer and online tutoring.

www.cccneb.edu/asc

Career and Employment Services (CES)CES provides job seeker services to students, alumni and employers. CES sets up job shadowing, conducts career assessments and interview workshops.

www.cccneb.edu/ces

Project Help

Project HELP assists income-

eligible students with education,

training, and supportive services

that will place them on a career

pathway to jobs that pay well

and are in high-demand in the

healthcare field.

www.projecthelpcareers.com

Disability Services

This office maintains disability-

related documents and develops

plans for providing necessary

accommodations to ensure equal

access to all classes, programs

and activities that CCC offers

for students with documented

disabilities.

www.cccneb.edu/disability-services

Veterans & Military Resource Center (VMRC)The VMRC offers a variety of services and resources to our veterans and service members. Each campus has a dedicated center for CCC’s veteran and military students.www.cccneb.edu/veterans

Academic Transfer Specialist

These specialists provide our transfer

students with the latest information

about the transfer process for many

of the colleges or universities they

plan to attend.

www.cccneb.edu/transfer

TRiO/SSS Program

Qualifying college students may

receive help to graduate through

a variety of services including

individualized attention and

coaching. Transfer visits to four-

year colleges and career trips

showcasing various occupations

may by arranged.

www.cccneb.edu/trio

Student Assistance Program (SAP)This is a free service available to all currently enrolled CCC students who need assistance with handling their personal problems. This service provides 12 free counseling sessions per year.

www.cccneb.edu/counseling

Visit campus

You can meet one-on-one with staff, faculty and current

students.

Apply for Admission

Apply today at www.cccneb.edu

Take the ACT or MAP

Apply for Financial Aid

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Our Financial Aid office can answer any of your questions.

Apply for Scholarships

Apply online at www.cccneb.edu/FinancialAid

Apply for Housing

For more information about our housing and how to apply visit

www.cccneb.edu/Housing

Attend New Student Orientation (NSO)

For information about our NSO go to www.cccneb.edu/NSO

Admissions Checklist

Food & Hygiene PantryThe food and hygiene pantry provides free and anonymous assistance to our students in need.www.cccneb.edu/pantry

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Application for Admission: www.cccneb.edu/apply

Campus Visits: www.cccneb.edu/visit

Class Schedule: www.cccneb.edu/classschedule

College Costs: www.cccneb.edu/costs

College Catalog: www.cccneb.edu/catalog

Financial Aid: www.cccneb.edu/financialaid

Online Classes: www.cccneb.edu/online

Programs of Study: www.cccneb.edu/programs

Special Events Calendar: www.cccneb.edu/events

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How To Pay For College

Scholarships

$2.9 million awarded annually. Apply at ccc.awardspring.com

FAFSA is your friend!

Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Filing your FAFSA is an important step to starting your college application process.

• Visit fafsa.ed.gov

• Click on “Start A New FAFSA”

• Be sure to enter CCC’s FAFSA code: 014468

• The results of your FAFSA will help determine the grants and financial aid programs for which your eligible

Nebraska Resident Costs

Credits Fees Resident Tuition Total

1 $15 $90 $105

2 $30 $180 $210

3 $45 $270 $315

6 $90 $540 $630

9 $135 $810 $945

12 $180 $1,080 $1,260

15 $225 $1,350 $1,575

Tuition & Fees

Tuition at CCC is among the most competitive in the state, and we offer a number of financial aid programs to qualified students to help lower costs even more. The bottom line is you can invest less money in your college education without compromising the quality of your education.

Credit Hour: A credit hour usually represents one hour of in-class time per week for one term.

FAFSA: The free application for Federal Student Aid is a form that is prepared annually by current and prospective college students to determine their eligibility for financial aid.

Federal Student Loans: Money you borrow based on your FAFSA.

Pell Grant: Free money awarded to you based on your FAFSA.

Work-Study: Based on your FAFSA, you might qualify for Federal Work-Study, which allows you to apply for campus jobs and earn money.

80% of scholarship applicants receive an award

$1,700

average awarded scholarship

Central CommunityCollege

$3,150State Colleges

$10,647

Public Universities

$12,993

Private Colleges and Universities

$29,421

See the Difference: Tuition and Fees

Tuition | Fees | Financial Aid | Scholarship

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Columbus Campus 4500 63rd St. PO Box 1027 Columbus, NE 68602 402-564-1232

Holdrege Center 1308 2nd St. PO Box 856 Holdrege, NE 68949 308-995-8133

Grand Island Campus 3134 W. Highway 34 PO Box 4903 Grand Island, NE 68802 308-398-7420

Kearney Center 1215 30th Ave. PO Box 310 Kearney, NE 68848 308-338-4000

Hastings Campus 550 S. Technical Blvd. PO Box 1024 Hastings, NE 68902 402-463-2428

Lexington Center 1501 Plum Creek Pkwy. PO Box 827 Lexington, NE 68850 308-324-8480

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Central Community College (CCC) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or other factors prohibited by law, in matters of employment, admissions, financial aid, or other activities and opportunities as set forth in compliance with federal and state statutes and regulations. Any person having inquiries concerning Central Community College compliance with Title II, Title IV, Title VI, Title IX, the Age Discrimination Act, and/or Section 504 should contact: Vice President of Human Resources, 3134 W Highway 34, PO Box 4903, Grand Island NE 68802-4903, 308-398-7325, titleixcoordinator@cccneb.edu.

Persons seeking further information concerning career and technical education offerings at Central Community College and any specific pre-requisite criteria for the various programs of study should contact: Marketing and Public Relations Director, 3134 W Highway 34, PO Box 4903, Grand Island NE 68802-4903, 308-398-4222, prdirector@cccneb.edu. To obtain this information in a language other than English or in an alternative format email prdirector@cccneb.edu or call 308-398-7355.

Gainful employment information can be found at www.cccneb.edu/GainfulEmployment