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Riverland Community College

Riverland Community College

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:

  • Albert Lea
  • Austin
  • Owatonna

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.

Overview of Riverland Community College

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.

Areas of Study

The school is known for its programs in business and management.

Riverland Community College Selectivity

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.

Faculty

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.

Student Body

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.

Student Life

Riverland Community College values student athletics, and belongs to the Midwest Classic Conference and Midwest Conference.

More complete details are provided below.

Contacting Riverland Community College

Riverland Community College
1900 8th Ave NW
Austin, MN 55912
General Phone: (507) 433-0600
http://www.riverland.edu

Riverland Community College Programs and Degrees (2007)

General CategoryDegreesMost Common Majors [see all]
Liberal Arts168liberal arts and sciences
Business And Management114business management, human resources development, accounting technology, accounting, business, sales and marketing, MIS, human resources management
Nursing And Emergency Medicine97registered nursing, licensed practical nurse
Construction Trades52electrician, carpentry
Mechanics And Repair37automobile mechanics, diesel mechanics, autobody repair, industrial mechanics, engine machinist
Beauty And Cosmetology27cosmetology
Transportation26truck and bus driver
Security And Law Enforcement23criminal justice and police, corrections
Medical Administration21medical secretary, health unit coordinator, medical receptionist
Computer Science And Engineering18computer security, computer networking, webmastering
Engineering Technician16electronics tech, computer systems tech
Production Trades16machinist, welding
Medical Support And Technology14radiographer
Family And Social Work12human services
Law9legal secretary
Therapy And Counseling9massage therapy
Office And Administration5administrative assistant, receptionist
Drama And Performing Arts3drama
Music2music
Media1animation and special effects

Number of programs and degrees for Riverland Community College in 2007:

Degree LevelTotal
Awarded
Number of
Programs
Associate's degree35020
Award of less than 1 academic year13113
Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years10411
Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years856

Student Body

In 2007, Riverland Community College had a total enrollment of 3,687 students (2,228 full-time equivalent).

Students By Class:

GroupPercent
Undergraduate100%

Racial Diversity:
RacePercent
White89%
Black2%
Hispanic4%
Asian1%
American Indian0%
Unknown2%
(Foreign Students)1%

Students by Age:

AgePercent
Under 1814%
18-1920%
20-2110%
22-249%
25-2911%
30-347%
35-397%
40-4911%
50-647%
65+1%

Riverland Community College Graduation, Retention, and Transfers

Retention Rates (2007):

GroupReturning From
Previous Year
Full-Time62 %
Part-Time44 %

Riverland Community College Room and Board (2007)

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.

Riverland Community College Expenses and Financial Aid (2007)

Expenses and Financial Aid:

ExpenseAmount
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 Faculty

Riverland Community College has a tenure system for faculty.

Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):

Full-Time Faculty LevelMenWomen
Tenured4426
Non-tenured, but on tenure track27
Non-tenured and not on tenure track10

Salaries for full-time faculty:

Full-Time Faculty (2007):

Full-Time Faculty LevelContract LengthNumber MenAvg Salary MenNumber WomenAvg Salary Women
No academic rankacademic year47$60,18133$59,409
All faculty totalacademic year47$60,18133$59,409

*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.

Riverland Community College Athletics

Athletic Conferences:

SportConference
BasketballMidwest Conference
BaseballMidwest Classic Conference

Riverland Community College Degree Programs (2007)

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

MUSIC
Music, General

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

Riverland Community College Highlights

(Details are provided further down on this page.)

What Sets Riverland Community College Apart:

CategoryTrophy 
% of degrees in construction trades
(vs. colleges of similar size)
Top 15%Riverland Community College % of degrees in construction trades
Number of degree programs
(vs. all colleges)
Top 16%Riverland Community College Number of degree programs
% students 40 years or older
(vs. all colleges)
Top 16%Riverland Community College % students 40 years or older
Salaries of full-time faculty
(vs. colleges with similar degree levels)
Top 17%Riverland Community College Salaries of full-time faculty
% of degrees in business and management
(vs. colleges with similar degree levels)
Top 18%Riverland Community College % of degrees in business and management
Male % of student body
(vs. colleges of similar size)
Top 18%Riverland Community College Male % of student body
Number of students
(vs. all colleges)
Top 19%Riverland Community College Number of students
Explanation of the Highlights categories

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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