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Riverland Community College is located in Minnesota, United States, and was established in the year 1940. The college is under the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System and enrolls more than 4,000 students on an annual basis. It offers students a range of degrees and certificate programs in the fields of computer technology, business, nursing, and accounting among others. In addition, a variety of online courses are also available to students. Riverland Community College offers classes in three campuses. These are in:
The students of Riverland college actively participate in sports including basketball, golf, volleyball, baseball, and softball. They also have access to a large number of on-campus clubs and organizations such as the Student Senate, Student Ambassadors, Multi-Cultural Club, Phi Theta Kappa, and Human Services Club.
The campus of Riverland Community College is in Austin, MN, which is a town not particularly near any major cities. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Riverland Community College include, at the school's highest level, the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in business and management.
Its open admissions system makes Riverland Community College an attractive choice for many applicants. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
Riverland Community College has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
In 2007, Riverland Community College had 3,687 students enrolled (2,228 full-time equivalent). A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older.
Riverland Community College values student athletics, and belongs to the Midwest Classic Conference and Midwest Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
Riverland Community College
1900 8th Ave NW
Austin, MN 55912
General Phone: (507) 433-0600
http://www.riverland.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 168 | liberal arts and sciences |
| Business And Management | 114 | business management, human resources development, accounting technology, accounting, business, sales and marketing, MIS, human resources management |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 97 | registered nursing, licensed practical nurse |
| Construction Trades | 52 | electrician, carpentry |
| Mechanics And Repair | 37 | automobile mechanics, diesel mechanics, autobody repair, industrial mechanics, engine machinist |
| Beauty And Cosmetology | 27 | cosmetology |
| Transportation | 26 | truck and bus driver |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 23 | criminal justice and police, corrections |
| Medical Administration | 21 | medical secretary, health unit coordinator, medical receptionist |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 18 | computer security, computer networking, webmastering |
| Engineering Technician | 16 | electronics tech, computer systems tech |
| Production Trades | 16 | machinist, welding |
| Medical Support And Technology | 14 | radiographer |
| Family And Social Work | 12 | human services |
| Law | 9 | legal secretary |
| Therapy And Counseling | 9 | massage therapy |
| Office And Administration | 5 | administrative assistant, receptionist |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 3 | drama |
| Music | 2 | music |
| Media | 1 | animation and special effects |
Number of programs and degrees for Riverland Community College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 350 | 20 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 131 | 13 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 104 | 11 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 85 | 6 |
In 2007, Riverland Community College had a total enrollment of 3,687 students (2,228 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 89% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 14% |
| 18-19 | 20% |
| 20-21 | 10% |
| 22-24 | 9% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 11% |
| 50-64 | 7% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 62 % |
| Part-Time | 44 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Austin, Minnesota for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Minnesota Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 4,896 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 4,896 |
| Books and supplies | $ 650 |
Financial Aid:
Riverland Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 233500)
Riverland Community College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 44 | 26 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 2 | 7 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 1 | 0 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | academic year | 47 | $60,181 | 33 | $59,409 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 47 | $60,181 | 33 | $59,409 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Midwest Conference |
| Baseball | Midwest Classic Conference |
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Human Resources Development
Human Resources Management and Services, Other
Management Information Systems, General
Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Computer and Information Systems Security
Web/Multimedia Management and Webmaster
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Carpentry/Carpenter
Electrician
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Human Services, General
LAW
Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
Engine Machinist
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDIA
Animation, Interactive Tech, Video Graphics and Special Effects
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Unit Coordinator/Ward Clerk
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
Medical Reception/Receptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
Receptionist
PRODUCTION TRADES
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
Welding Technology/Welder
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Corrections
Criminal Justice/Police Science
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage
TRANSPORTATION
Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operation
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Riverland Community College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in construction trades (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching
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