Chadron State College is truly a dynamic, public institution steeped in teacher education where educational excellence thrives in the rich cultural heritage of the High Plains region of western Nebraska. Chadron is an extraordinary place, and we have a rich history and story to tell: Putting students at the center of everything we do. 

If you are a prospective student, I encourage you to let academic innovation guide your choice of a college. Does the institution offer the degree program you need? Will the institution connect with you and guide you as you pursue your area of interest? Will the faculty and staff support you and challenge you to be the best version of you? Will the college do its best to keep education accessible and affordable so you can find your story, complete your academic journey, and move on to a rewarding career?

At Chadron State, we answer these questions each day with an emphatic YES! Our faculty and staff are talented professionals who are committed to helping students succeed. The environment is safe and supportive, and the campus is stunningly beautiful. The serenity of our campus is complemented by the adjacent Pine Ridge National Recreation Area and vibrant downtown area of Chadron. It is an ideal setting in which to live, play, explore, and study as you soar into your future.

My family and I are privileged to live in a beautiful, historic home at the east entrance to campus. Each morning we awake to the view of the Pine Ridge National Recreation Area. It is a distinctive attribute of Chadron State that highlights our unique status in the crowded landscape of American higher education. We feel the deep pride of this special place every day.

With its wonderful people, beautiful campus, and regional charm, Chadron State is the perfect fit for you, too. Visit our website, or, better yet, schedule a campus visit. You’ll be glad you did. Once you learn more about us, I am sure you will agree with our nearly 2,400 students that Chadron State College is a great place to Find Your Story.

I encourage you to take advantage of one of the many opportunities to visit our beautiful campus to connect with our outstanding faculty and staff and soar into your future. 

Soar Eagles,

Dr. Ron K. Patterson
President