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The mission of Richland Community College is to provide innovative educational environments, opportunities, and experiences that enable individuals, communities, and the region to grow, thrive, and prosper.
School Highlights
Richland Community College serves 2,235 students (28% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 47%.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
Enrollment: 2,235 students
In-state tuition: $5,835
Out-state tuition: $26,700
Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
Minority enrollment: 25%
Source: Verified school update
School Overview
The teacher population of 215 teachers has grown by 72% over five years.
The student population of Richland Community College has declined by 11% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has decreased from 13:1 over five years.
The Richland Community College diversity score of 0.41 is less than the state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,235 students
2,581 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
620 students
898 students
# Part-Time Students
1,615 students
1,683 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
163 students
40 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
620 students
944 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
22 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,615 students
1,844 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
19 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
132 students
% Asian
1%
5%
% Hispanic
3%
24%
% Black
16%
12%
% White
75%
53%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
2%
2%
Diversity Score
0.41
0.64
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
43%
36%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.54%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,400
$31,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,835 is less than the state average of $7,972. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $26,700 is more than the state average of $10,688. The out-state tuition has grown by 85% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,835
$7,972
Out-State Tuition Fees
$26,700
$10,688
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
81%
Median Debt for Graduates
$7,477
$8,029
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,542
$4,600
Acceptance Rate
n/a
89%
SAT Reading
n/a
390
SAT Math
n/a
360
SAT Writing
n/a
355
ACT Composite
n/a
17
ACT English
n/a
17
ACT Math
n/a
17
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization: Alpha Delta Nu, Black Student Association, Delta Alpha Pi, H.O.P.E. Club (Helping Out People Everywhere), Intervarsity Christian Fellowship, Media Club/Communicatur, Nursing Club, P.R.I.D.E. (People Respecting Individual Differences in Everyone), Phi Theta Kappa, Student Government Association (SGA), Student Leaders in the Community (SLIC), Surgical Technology Club, X-Ray Vision Club
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
Richland Community College, founded in 1971, is a comprehensive
community college offering transfer/baccalaureate, technical,
continuing education, and community service programs. The College
has an "Open Door" policy, which allows anyone within the District
that could benefit from higher education to be admitted to the
College. The purpose of a comprehensive community college is to
serve all who then can serve to build a better society. Richland
serves residents of Macon County and parts of Christian, DeWitt,
Logan, Moultrie, Piatt, Sangamon, and Shelby Counties.
Approximately 6,600 students are served annually at the main campus
in Decatur, the Clinton Higher Learning Center, the Fairview Park
Plaza Center, and other locations throughout the District. Richland
offers several transfer/baccalaureate associate degrees, including
Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, Associate of Fine Arts,
and Associate of Engineering Science. Over 30 areas of
concentration (majors) are available for students. Students can
transfer their credits to a four-year college or university. The
Career and Technical Education (CTE) Programs are designed to
prepare students to move directly into the workforce with specific
skills. Students can earn Basic Certificates, Advanced Certificates
or Associate in Applied Science Degrees in over 40 different career
areas. Customized training is available through the Continuing and
Professional Education Division. Students can select from a broad
scope of programs designed to meet all types of needs including
computer, basic skills, customer services, technical training,
occupational safety training, commercial truck drivers, and
management training.
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For Illinois public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $7,972 per year for in-state students and $10,688 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,695 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
