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Richland Community College

Decatur, IL·Public·1,412 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 1,412 students.

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Accept
1,412
Students
$5,393
Net Price
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Grad Rate
$30,900
Earnings
10 yr
$4,500
Debt

About This School

Richland Community College is a public institution located in Decatur, Illinois with approximately 1,412 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $5,393 per year. Typical graduates earn $30,900 within 10 years of enrollment.

Richland Community College (RCC) is a public community college in Decatur, Illinois. It is a part of the Illinois Community College System.

Worth considering if you're looking to keep costs low and debt minimal — students graduate with just $4,500 in median debt, which is genuinely rare and gives you real financial breathing room. That said, the median earnings of $30,900 a decade out suggest this path works best as a stepping stone to a four-year transfer or a specific vocational credential rather than a standalone career launcher. If you have a clear next step in mind, the value here is hard to beat.

Founded
1971
Setting
Small city

Popular Programs

Health Professions31%
Business & Marketing5%
Computer Science2%
Engineering0%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$4,590
Out-of-State Tuition
$17,070
Avg Net Price
$5,393
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants33%
Median debt at graduation$4,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
N/A
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$30,900
after enrollment
Median Debt
$4,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$4,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$28,200
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$30,900
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 6.9x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White61%
Black27%
Hispanic/Latino5%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,412 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Richland Community College

One College Park

Decatur, IL 62521-8513

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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