Richland Community College Tuition & Completion (2026)
Richland Community College is a public community college in Decatur, Illinois, enrolling about 1,346 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $3,741 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $4,680. Student demographics in federal data include White (58.0%) and Black or African American (28.7%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $4,680
- 2024 Average Net Price: $3,741 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,346 28.8% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 60.32%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 49.1%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 59.8% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 44.6%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 3,748
- Room & Board: $12,020 annual estimate
Richland Community College: what the data shows
Common questions about Richland Community College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Richland Community College?
Richland Community College is located in Decatur, IL (ZIP 62521-8513).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Richland Community College public or private?
Richland Community College is a Public institution.
How much does Richland Community College cost?
Published tuition: $4,680 in-state, $17,070 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $3,741.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $3,303 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $1,709 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $6,746 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $3,446 |
| $110,001+ | $7,683 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $18,720.
How big is Richland Community College?
Total enrollment: 1,346 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 3,748 students.
About 29% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Richland Community College?
150%-time completion rate: 60.32%.
First-year retention: 59.5%.
What do graduates of Richland Community College earn?
Median earnings: $32,459 six years after entry; $38,793 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $8,256.
32.70% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Richland Community College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (212 completions)
- Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide (63 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (43 completions)
- Biological and Physical Sciences (39 completions)
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician (33 completions)
- Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician (29 completions)
- Culinary Arts/Chef Training (22 completions)
- Child Care Provider/Assistant (17 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (16 completions)
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) (16 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Richland Community College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 60.32%; median earnings $38,793 at 10 years; net price $3,741. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$4,680
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Richland Community College was $4,680.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$3,741
2024 Value
In 2024 Richland Community College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $3,741.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,964 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$3,741 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$18,720 4-Year In-State Tuition
$68,280 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$12,020 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,500 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$18,200 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$72,800 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Richland Community College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
32.70% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
6.82% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Richland Community College was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Richland Community College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $3,234 | $12,084 | $6,091 |
| 2014 | $3,444 | $13,164 | $5,476 |
| 2015 | $3,744 | $13,674 | $4,902 |
| 2016 | $4,230 | $14,640 | $4,655 |
| 2017 | $4,350 | $14,430 | $5,352 |
| 2018 | $4,410 | $14,490 | $5,269 |
| 2019 | $4,500 | $14,820 | $4,794 |
| 2020 | $4,590 | $14,370 | $5,671 |
| 2021 | $4,590 | $19,260 | $5,043 |
| 2022 | $4,590 | $17,070 | $3,374 |
| 2023 | $4,590 | $17,070 | $5,393 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Richland Community College reported total enrollment of about 1,346 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 30% male and 70% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (58.0%), Black or African American (28.7%), and Hispanic or Latino (5.5%). About 32.70% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 49.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
28.8% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Richland Community College in 2024 is 1,346 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 3,748 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
59.5%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 58.0%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
42.86% 100% Completion Time
60.32% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 42.86% of students graduating from Richland Community College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 36% male / 64% female
- Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide: 10% male / 90% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 7% male / 93% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Richland Community College.
Return on Investment
$8,256 Median Student Debt
$38,793 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
21.28% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
2492.42% Return on Investment
2.1 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Richland Community College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 42 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 212 completions
2. Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide: 63 completions
3. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 43 completions
4. Biological and Physical Sciences: 39 completions
5. Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician: 33 completions
6. Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician: 29 completions
7. Culinary Arts/Chef Training: 22 completions
8. Child Care Provider/Assistant: 17 completions
9. Welding Technology/Welder: 16 completions
Most popular programs at Richland Community College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Richland Community College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Richland Community College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 44.6%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,881
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $13,171
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Richland Community College is a public institution located in Decatur, IL, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Enrollment is approximately 1,346 students. Student body composition includes White (58.0%), Black or African American (28.7%), Hispanic or Latino (5.5%). The 150%-time completion rate is 60.32%. Approximately 32.70% of students receive Pell Grants. About 49.1% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
Location
Decatur, IL 62521-8513
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Richland Community College provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Richland Community College located?
Richland Community College is located in Decatur, IL.
How much does Richland Community College cost?
Reported tuition is $4,680 and average net price is $3,741 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,020 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Richland Community College?
Richland Community College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 3,748 students, White (58.0%), Black or African American (28.7%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Richland Community College?
About 49.1% of students at Richland Community College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Richland Community College earn?
Median earnings are $32,459 six years after entry and $38,793 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Richland Community College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 60.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Richland Community College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $8,256.
Is Richland Community College public or private?
Richland Community College is a public institution located in Decatur, IL.
Is Richland Community College an HBCU?
No. Richland Community College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Richland Community College a tribal college?
No. Richland Community College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Richland Community College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Richland Community College does not meet that proxy (reported share 5.5%).
Is Richland Community College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Richland Community College in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Illinois college costs
- Illinois colleges by ROI
- Illinois trade schools profile
- Decatur, Illinois city profile
- Great Lakes regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Illinois
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.