C
Average
Score: 48/100

Rio Grande Valley College

2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Pharr, Texas 78577
🌐 www.rgvcollege.edu/
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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 (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 78%
Outcomes
B+
75/100
Affordability
C
45/100
Resources
F
33/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
29/100

Quick Stats

883
Total Enrollment
78%
Graduation Rate
80%
Retention Rate
30.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Rio Grande Valley College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $162,990
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,142/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 78516 (5.7% cap, Alamo)

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🏆 Where Rio Grande Valley College Ranks

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

#30
Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance)
of 43 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

52%
Receive Any Aid
46%
Receive Pell Grants
45%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

883
Total Students
83%
Women
43%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

Hispanic 99%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 43%
25-64 (Adult) 51%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Rio Grande Valley 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 Rio Grande Valley College?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Rio Grande Valley College?
The graduation rate at Rio Grande Valley College is 78%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Rio Grande Valley College a good school?
Rio Grande Valley College has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (F): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Rio Grande Valley College?
Rio Grande Valley College has a total enrollment of 883 students.

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