C
Average
Score: 51/100

Riverside City College

2-Year Public
📍 Riverside, California 92506
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 32%
Outcomes
C
49/100
Affordability
A
83/100
Resources
C
50/100
Experience
D
36/100
Prestige
D
35/100

Quick Stats

20,437
Total Enrollment
32%
Graduation Rate
71%
Retention Rate
26.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$5,974
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Riverside City College

25% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 5,150 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$707,520
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,809
1-Year Change
+1.7%
For parents & investors

The Riverside City College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $707,520
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,809/mo

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🏆 Where Riverside City College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#6
Photographic and Film/Video Technology/Technician
of 10 schools
#22
Cooking and Related Culinary Arts, General
of 53 schools
#22
Education/Teaching of Individuals in Early Childhood Special Education Programs
of 42 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $1,380 $11,190

Financial Aid

85%
Receive Any Aid
54%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$5,974
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$2,741
$30,001 - $48,000$3,662
$48,001 - $75,000$5,851
$75,001 - $110,000$8,049
$110,001+$9,848

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Humanities/Humanistic Studies 791 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 361 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 359 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 285 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 231 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 195 grads/yr Psychology, General 171 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 171 grads/yr Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician 125 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 119 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 110 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 94 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 92 grads/yr Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General 88 grads/yr Cooking and Related Culinary Arts, General 87 grads/yr Education/Teaching of Individuals in Early Childhood Special Education Programs 78 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 73 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 68 grads/yr Photographic and Film/Video Technology/Technician 66 grads/yr Sociology, General 64 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Riverside City College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs

Student Demographics

20,437
Total Students
59%
Women
65%
Traditional Age (18-24)
25%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 13%
Hispanic 68%
Black 7%
Asian 6%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 25%
With Family 75%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~5,150 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 35%
Hybrid (Some Online) 31%
Fully Online 34%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 65%
25-64 (Adult) 26%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Riverside City College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Riverside City College?
Tuition at Riverside City College is $1,380 for in-state students and $11,190 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $5,974.
What is the graduation rate at Riverside City College?
The graduation rate at Riverside City College is 32%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Riverside City College a good school?
Riverside City College has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Riverside City College?
Riverside City College has a total enrollment of 20,437 students.
Is there rental demand near Riverside City College?
Yes! Approximately 25% of students at Riverside City College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 5,150 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Riverside area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology