School Highlights
Riverland Community College serves 3,494 students (34% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the state community college average of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 31%.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Enrollment: 3,494 students
- In-state tuition: $5,522
- Out-state tuition: $5,522
- Student:teacher ratio: 18:1
- Minority enrollment: 25%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 195 teachers has grown by 93% over five years.
Riverland Community College
(MN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
195 staff
153 staff
Student Body
The student population of Riverland Community College has grown by 12% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Riverland Community College diversity score of 0.42 is less than the state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has declined by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,494 students
2,500 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
# Full-Time Students
1,185 students
1,076 students
# Part-Time Students
2,309 students
1,424 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
216 students
309 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,185 students
1,058 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
52 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,309 students
1,331 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
24 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
96 students
112 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
3%
7%
% Hispanic
12%
7%
% Black
6%
9%
% White
75%
69%
% Two or more races
2%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
1%
2%
Diversity Score
0.42
0.50
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
40%
32%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.97%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,400
$36,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,522 is less than the state average of $5,701. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,522 is less than the state average of $6,336. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,522
$5,701
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,522
$6,336
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
94%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$12,264
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,359
$6,747
Acceptance Rate
n/a
91%
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: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Our locations in Albert Lea, Austin, and at the Owatonna College & University Center provide easy access to more than 50 career programs or the first two years of a bachelor's degree. Our partnerships with other colleges and universities also allow our students to earn bachelor's degrees without having to leave southern Minnesota. Our support services help students improve study skills, locate resources, resolve personal issues, make strong career decisions, pay for college, or arrange the details of a smooth college transfer. The college offers more than 55 career programs or 32 transfer programs. These include technical programs that train students for great jobs in as little as nine months and liberal arts degrees that easily transfer to four-year colleges and universities. Students may select from a variety of programs and earn associate degrees, diplomas and certificates. The Austin Campus of Riverland Community College includes the Austin East and West Buildings and College Park Student Housing. On this campus, students pursue career and liberal arts majors in a small-town collegiate atmosphere. Austin is a community of more than 20,000 with extensive parks, shopping and recreation opportunities for students. Opportunities in theatre, music, clubs, intercollegiate sports, and student government provide an easy way to meet new friends, share talents, develop leadership skills, and make dreams happen. In every program, our students have access to state-of-the-art technologies. Interactive television and online classes make learning accessible despite the challenges of time and location. The college is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Riverland Community College cost?
Riverland Community College's tuition is approximately $5,522 for In-State students and $5,522 for Out-State students.
School Calendar
View the Riverland Community College yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
- Event Date
- Last day to withdraw from full-term courses November 22, 2023 (Wednesday)
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