Chester Career College SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
Chester Career College’s 80% freshman retention rate suggests many students who enroll find a path that keeps them moving toward their credential. Because it is test-optional, your SAT or ACT score is not the centerpiece, but a solid score can still reinforce your readiness if it is one of your stronger academic signals.
Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.
Chester Career College facts and stats
Chester Career College is a small suburban institution with an undergraduate enrollment of 79 students. Chester Career College has a freshman retention rate of 80%, which is above the national average of roughly 70%. The student-to-faculty ratio is 15:1.
Chester, VA

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Key Chester Career College application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
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Early Action
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Early Decision
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Priority Deadline
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Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
If you choose to submit SAT or ACT scores to Chester Career College, take your first test by the spring of junior year, then use the summer before senior year and the fall for retakes if a stronger superscore would help. Since no earlier score deadline is listed here, confirm whether an October or November retake will still arrive before your application deadline.
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What you'll actually pay
Chester Career College is a private for-profit school, so review tuition, fees, and aid options as you compare programs. Use this section to estimate your direct costs and see what grants, scholarships, loans, or payment options may help cover them.

At Chester Career College, students should consider the full cost of attendance, including tuition, fees, housing, books, supplies, and personal expenses. Actual out-of-pocket costs can vary based on program choice, financial need, and eligibility for grants, loans, or other aid. Students should review their aid offer carefully to understand what is covered and what may need to be paid or borrowed.
Student life at Chester Career College
Student activities and organization details coming soon.
Campus housing details coming soon.
No fraternity or sorority life on campus.
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