- Rainy River Community College provides an accessible student centered learning environment, and promotes academic achievement, personal development, employment opportunities and community involvement.
School Highlights
Rainy River Community College serves 173 students (79% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the state average of 42%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 173 students
- In-state tuition: $5,323
- Out-state tuition: $6,505
- Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
- Minority enrollment: 42%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Rainy River Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Rainy River Community College
(MN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
1967
Colors
Black, Red
Total Faculty
29 staff
171 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Rainy River Community College has declined by 17% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Rainy River Community College diversity score of 0.62 is less than the state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has grown by 5% over five years.
Total Enrollment
173 students
2,858 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
136 students
1,050 students
# Part-Time Students
37 students
1,808 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
177 students
420 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
136 students
915 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
38 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
37 students
1,771 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
99 students
116 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
7%
1%
% Asian
2%
6%
% Hispanic
16%
8%
% Black
4%
15%
% White
58%
58%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
2%
4%
% Non Resident races
4%
1%
% Unknown races
7%
6%
Diversity Score
0.62
0.63
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
26%
34%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
57%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$29,500
$36,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,323 is less than the state average of $5,489. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,505 is more than the state average of $6,145. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,323
$5,489
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,505
$6,145
Tuition Notes
$20 application fee
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,170
$12,264
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$6,750
Acceptance Rate
n/a
94%
SAT Reading
n/a
625
SAT Math
n/a
600
SAT Writing
n/a
565
ACT Composite
n/a
24
ACT English
n/a
24
ACT Math
n/a
23
ACT Writing
n/a
8
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- RRCC was founded over thirty years ago when a group of International Falls citizens convinced the Minnesota legislature to establish a college in their community. This community continues a strong partnership with the college. RRCC is a small state funded two-year public college offering both associate degrees and technical program certification. Rainy River Community College is located in International Falls in the heart of Minnesota's northwoods. At Rainy River, we foster learning by surrounding you with an environment rich in experience and natural wonder. We offer course work in a wide variety of subjects including: accounting, American Indian studies, Anishinaabe, art, biology, business, chemistry, computer science, economics, English, engineering, geography, health, history, hospitality, humanities, management, marketing, math, music, natural science, nursing, philosophy, physical education, physics, political science, psychology, sociology, Spanish, speech, Swedish, and theater. All of our courses are taught by professional instructors in small class size settings. The comprehensive student life program, including athletics, compliments our academic program by providing an educational environment outside the classroom and opportunities for individuals to participate in activities geared toward their educational, social, vocational, cultural and recreational interests. Rainy River Community College is a part of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System and is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Rainy River Community College cost?
Rainy River Community College's tuition is approximately $5,323 for In-State students and $6,505 for Out-State students.
What is Rainy River Community College's ranking?
Rainy River Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Minnesota for: Least debt for graduating students.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Rainy River Community College is Minnesota North College (84.1 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Students
Minnesota North College
Public
1515 East 25th Street
Hibbing, MN 55746
(218) 293-6850
Hibbing, MN 55746
(218) 293-6850
84.1 miles
| 3,726 students
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Public
1001 Chestnut Street West
Virginia, MN 55792
(218) 741-3095
Virginia, MN 55792
(218) 741-3095
84.2 miles
| 926 students
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Ely, MN 55731
(218) 235-2100
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(218) 235-2100
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| 554 students
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Eveleth, MN 55734
(218) 744-7506
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(218) 744-7506
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Public
15480 Migizi Drive
Red Lake, MN 56671
(218) 679-2860
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(218) 679-2860
88.3 miles
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