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River Parishes Community College, also known as RPCC, is a part of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System. It was established in 1997 and is located in the Ascension Parish town of Sorrento, Louisiana, close to the Mississippi River. RPCC offers certificate and associate’s degree programs in liberal arts, teaching, general science and general studies.
River Parishes Community College offers financial aid to eligible students. It offers tuition waivers to active National Guard members, Student Government Association officers and to students cross-enrolled at RPCC. It also participates in the Veteran’s Affairs Educational benefit program. Eligible students can apply for Louisiana’s TOPS Scholarship program from the RPCC.
River Parishes Community College can be found in Sorrento, LA (a large suburb). The school is a public institution. The Associate's degree is the highest degree at River Parishes Community College.
The school has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. The most common majors at River Parishes Community College are in liberal arts.
The school is welcoming, and offers open admission to students who meet its minimum qualifications.
In 2007-2008, 1,163 students were enrolled in River Parishes Community College.
More complete details are provided below.
River Parishes Community College
7384 John Leblanc Blvd
Sorrento, LA 70778
General Phone: (225) 675-8270
http://www.rpcc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 56 | general studies, liberal arts and sciences, liberal arts and humanities |
| Education and Teaching | 1 | education |
Number of programs and degrees for River Parishes Community College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 53 | 4 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 4 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, River Parishes Community College had a total enrollment of 1,163 students (669 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 61% |
| Black | 35% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 8% |
| 18-19 | 31% |
| 20-21 | 19% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Louisiana | 100% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 46 % |
| Part-Time | 21 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Sorrento, Louisiana for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Louisiana Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 1,946 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 4,684 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
Financial Aid:
River Parishes Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3789400)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| No academic rank | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 3 | $52,791 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | academic year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 5 | $44,805 | 3 | $38,905 |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $34,280 | 5 | $36,247 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 9 | $41,893 | 9 | $39,091 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets River Parishes Community College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library
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