North-West College-Riverside

4550 La Sierra Ave
Riverside, CA 92503
Top Ranked (2025-26): View Rankings

School Highlights

North-West College-Riverside serves 361 students (100% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 77%.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Enrollment: 361 students
  • Acceptance Rate: 75%
  • Minority enrollment: 87%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

North-West College-Riverside ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Completion Rates

School Overview

North-West College-Riverside
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
n/a
315 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of North-West College-Riverside has grown by 157% over five years.
The North-West College-Riverside diversity score of 0.65 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has grown by 8% over five years.
Total Enrollment
361 students
9,796 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
32:1
# Full-Time Students
361 students
1,259 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
8,537 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
242 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
361 students
1,250 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
8,299 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
121 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
5%
n/a
% Asian
9%
13%
% Hispanic
1%
47%
% Black
54%
7%
% White
13%
23%
% Hawaiian
18%
1%
% Two or more races
n/a
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.65
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
72%
42%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
43%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$23,200
$34,700

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,500
$10,063
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,075
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
75%
93%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of North-West College-Riverside?
The acceptance rate of North-West College-Riverside is 75%, which is lower than the state average of 93%.
What is North-West College-Riverside's ranking?
North-West College-Riverside ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Highest completion rates.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Enrollment: 361 students
  • Acceptance Rate: 75%
  • Minority enrollment: 87%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Did You Know?

Riverside County, CA community colleges have a diversity score of 0.57, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in Riverside County, CA is American College of Healthcare and Technology. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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