C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100

Rend Lake College

2-Year Public
📍 Ina, Illinois 62846
Outcomes
C+
62/100
Affordability
B+
76/100
Resources
C+
55/100
Experience
D
40/100
Prestige
D
30/100

Quick Stats

1,871
Total Enrollment
60%
Graduation Rate
68%
Retention Rate
18.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,518
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Rend Lake College

38% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 709 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$0
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🏆 Where Rend Lake College Ranks

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

#4
Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology/Technician
of 7 schools
#5
Agricultural Mechanization, General
of 6 schools
#16
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician
of 81 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $6,600 $6,600

Financial Aid

86%
Receive Any Aid
43%
Receive Pell Grants
3%
Take Out Loans
$8,518
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,369
$30,001 - $48,000$6,411
$48,001 - $75,000$9,607
$75,001 - $110,000$12,191

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 314 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 108 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 99 grads/yr Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician 58 grads/yr Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor 55 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 49 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 46 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 40 grads/yr Agricultural Mechanization, General 38 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 37 grads/yr Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology/Technician 30 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 28 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 27 grads/yr Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician 24 grads/yr Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist 22 grads/yr Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician 21 grads/yr Agricultural Mechanics and Equipment/Machine Technology/Technician 20 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 16 grads/yr Graphic Design 15 grads/yr Culinary Arts/Chef Training 15 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Rend Lake College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Natural sciences managers
$161k/yr 104,300 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs
Nursing assistants
$40k/yr 1,441,500 jobs
Elevator and escalator installers and repairers
$107k/yr 24,200 jobs
Control and valve installers and repairers, except mechanical door
$75k/yr 47,700 jobs
Millwrights
$65k/yr 41,300 jobs
Industrial machinery mechanics
$64k/yr 439,600 jobs

Student Demographics

1,871
Total Students
60%
Women
53%
Traditional Age (18-24)
38%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 89%
Hispanic 2%
Black 7%
Asian 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 38%
With Family 62%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~709 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 51%
Hybrid (Some Online) 43%
Fully Online 7%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 53%
25-64 (Adult) 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Rend Lake 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 Rend Lake College?
Tuition at Rend Lake College is $6,600 for in-state students and $6,600 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,518.
What is the graduation rate at Rend Lake College?
The graduation rate at Rend Lake College is 60%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Rend Lake College a good school?
Rend Lake College has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Rend Lake College?
Rend Lake College has a total enrollment of 1,871 students.
Is there rental demand near Rend Lake College?
Yes! Approximately 38% of students at Rend Lake College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 709 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Ina area.

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