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Chester Career College SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements

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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

Quick Facts

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.

Location

Chester, VA

Undergrad Enrollment79
Freshman Retention80%
SettingSuburban
Student to Faculty Ratio15:1
Graduation RateN/A
Test PolicyTest-optional
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Key Chester Career College application dates

Key dates

Application deadlines

Regular Decision

Early Action

Early Decision

Priority Deadline

Financial aid deadlines

Coming soon

Test dates

SAT 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

ACT test dates

September 19, 2026

Registration deadline: August 14, 2026

October 17, 2026

Registration deadline: September 11, 2026

December 12, 2026

Registration deadline: November 6, 2026

Take tests early for the best outcomes

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.

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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

Activities and Organizations

Student activities and organization details coming soon.

Housing

Campus housing details coming soon.

Greek life

No fraternity or sorority life on campus.

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