Riverside City College

What Riverside City College does

Riverside City College (RCC) is a public community college founded in 1916 and operated under the Riverside Community College District (RCCD), serving more than 20,000 students annually in Riverside, California. The college delivers instruction across eight instructional pathways — Advanced Technical Arts and Trades, Business/Law/Computer Information Systems, Education and Teacher Preparation, Fine and Performing Arts, Health-Related Sciences, Languages and Humanities, STEM, and Social and Behavioral Sciences — offering more than 100 degree and certificate programs. Specialized workforce credentials in nursing (ADN, VN, CNA), AWS Cloud Computing, Cyber Defense, Data Science, automotive apprenticeships (via LAUNCH), and skilled trades round out the academic portfolio, with notable program quality indicators including 98% NCLEX-RN pass rates and 99% RN job placement within six months of graduation.

The underlying technology stack centers on the Canvas Learning Management System for online and hybrid course delivery, NetTutor for online tutoring, a Virtual Reality Simulation Lab (accredited by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare — 1st in California, 9th in the USA) for nursing education, and a campus solar-plus-storage microgrid (2,473 kWdc PV with a 1993 kWh Tesla Megapack2). RCC supports instruction through six pathway-specific engagement centers, a Basic Needs Resource Center, an on-campus Makerspace, a Library, dedicated cultural centers (La Casa, Umoja, Rainbow), and a Veterans center, and offers the RCCD/UCR Residential Scholars Program for residential academic support. Student-facing distribution spans on-campus instruction, online/hybrid learning, dual-enrollment partnerships with local high schools, and Extended Learning non-credit programs.

RCC's revenue mechanics reflect its public, non-profit status: state of California community college apportionment, per-unit tuition of $46 for California residents (plus modest semester fees), and an external grants stack headlined by a $2,681,768 U.S. Department of Labor Nursing Expansion Grant, a $1M Bank of America healthcare workforce grant, and a $300,000 NSF cybersecurity/entrepreneurship grant. The college serves six primary customer segments — first-time college students, transfer students, returning/re-entering students, international students, veteran students, and dual-enrollment high school students — across a regional (Riverside/Southern California) footprint with selective global reach via international student programs. RCC is accredited by ACCJC and, for nursing, by ACEN and multiple California boards; it is governed by the RCCD Board of Trustees and led by incoming President Eric Bishop, Ed.D. (effective July 1, 2026).

Name

Riverside City College

Legal name

Riverside City College

Website

http://www.rcc.edu/

Company type

Private

Founded year

1916

Operating status

Operating

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Riverside

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. State Funding: Primary revenue from California state community college funding allocation
2. Student Tuition and Fees: Per-unit tuition at $46 per unit plus additional fees (Health Services $25, parking $150, Student Services $30 per semester)
3. Grants and External Funding: Federal and state grants including Department of Labor Nursing Expansion Grant ($2.6M+), NSF grants, Song-Brown grants, Bank of America grants, and Title III/IV funding

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Riverside City College delivers affordable community college education to more than 20,000 students annually through eight instructional pathways covering STEM, Health Sciences, Business, Fine and Performing Arts, Technical Trades, Education, Languages and Humanities, and Social and Behavioral Sciences. The college offers more than 100 associate degrees and certificates, including specialized programs in Registered Nursing, Vocational Nursing, AWS Cloud Computing, Cyber Defense, and Data Science, supported by six pathway engagement centers, basic needs resources, and on-campus facilities such as a simulation lab, makerspace, culinary restaurant, and cosmetology salon.

Product overview

Riverside City College offers a comprehensive educational platform with eight instructional pathways serving diverse student needs. The core educational offerings include Advanced Technical Arts and Trades (36 degree programs, 37 certificates), Business/Law/Computer Information Systems (32 career options), Education and Teacher Preparation (10 degrees, 6 certificates), Fine and Performing Arts (18 degrees, 9 certificates), Health-Related Sciences (nursing, kinesiology, nutrition), Languages and Humanities (34 career options), STEM (57 degree programs), and Social and Behavioral Sciences (14 degrees, 5 certificates). Supporting services include academic engagement centers for each pathway, library services, basic needs resources, student housing, makerspace, and career development programs. The college also offers specialized workforce programs including AWS cloud computing, cyber defense, data science, and healthcare certifications. Total enrollment exceeds 20,000 students annually.

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Products and services

• Advanced Technical Arts and Trades Pathway Instructional pathway covering technical and hands-on training programs including automotive technology, welding, HVAC, cosmetology, culinary arts, and film/TV production with 36 degree programs and 37 certificates.
• Business, Law, and Computer Information Systems Pathway Instructional pathway for business administration, management, entrepreneurship, cybersecurity, computer programming, computer information systems, web development, networking, paralegal studies, and real estate with 32 career options.
• Education and Teacher Preparation Pathway Instructional pathway for students interested in education and teaching careers including early childhood, elementary, or special education with 10 degree programs and 6 certificates.
• Fine and Performing Arts Pathway Instructional pathway for creative arts including studio arts, animation, art history, dance, music, theatre arts, musical theater, and technical theater with 18 degree programs and 9 certificates.
• Health-Related Sciences Pathway Instructional pathway for health and wellness careers including nursing, kinesiology, nutrition, public health, and various healthcare professions.
• Languages and Humanities Pathway Instructional pathway exploring human condition, historical studies, and communication with 34 career options in languages, literature, philosophy, and cultural studies.
• Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Pathway Instructional pathway covering biology, chemistry, geography, geology, math, physics, computer science, technology and engineering with 57 degree programs.
• Social and Behavioral Sciences Pathway Instructional pathway for studying people, behaviors, society, and culture with 14 degree programs and 5 certificates in sociology, anthropology, psychology, and related fields.
• Registered Nursing Program Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program preparing students for Registered Nurse licensure with three pathways: Traditional (2 years), Concurrent Enrollment (2 years), and Advanced Placement (1 year).
• Vocational Nursing Program Certificate program in vocational nursing with 49.5-54.5 major units, typically completing in 1 year, accredited by BVNPT.
• Nursing Assistant Program Certified Nursing Assistant training program with 5-9 major units, typically completing in 1 semester, approved by California Department of Public Health.
• AWS Cloud Computing Certificate Amazon Web Services cloud computing certificate program with 23 major units covering cloud architecture, services, and deployment.
• Cyber Defense Certificate Cybersecurity certificate focusing on defensive strategies, threat detection, and security operations with 30-31 major units.
• Data Science Program Data science certificate program with 40 major units covering statistical analysis, machine learning, and data visualization.
• Computer Science Program Associate Degree for Transfer in Computer Science with 29 major units, typically completing in 2-3 years, preparing students for transfer to four-year institutions.

Named customers4 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, minor and core.

• All Within My Hands Foundation (Metallica Scholars Initiative)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 June 2026RCC selected as one of only 18 new colleges nationwide to join the eighth cohort of the Metallica Scholars Initiative (MSI), a workforce education program. This prestigious partnership supports career and technical education workforce development initiatives at community colleges across the nation.
• California Community Colleges LGBTQ+ Advisory CommitteeminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026RCC Educational Resource Advisor Manny Gray selected to serve on the statewide committee that provides guidance and recommendations supporting LGBTQIA2+ students throughout California's community college system.
• Cold Cutz BarbershopminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Local Riverside barbershop partnership providing complimentary haircuts and braided hairstyles for graduates during Grad Fest 2026 celebration, supporting community engagement initiatives.
• LAUNCHcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with LAUNCH for automotive apprenticeships and apprentice job placements. RCC leads the way in automotive apprenticeships through this coordinated partnership providing on-the-job training and academic instruction.
• California Baptist UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare educational partnership developed with California Baptist University for pathway expansion and student transfer opportunities.
• RCCD/UCR Residential Scholars ProgramminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership between Riverside Community College District and UC Riverside for residential living and academic support program for students.
• #CaliforniansForAll College CorpscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRCC College Corps partnership connecting up to 50 students with local service opportunities in community organizations including food banks, climate action organizations, and K-12 schools. Fellows earn $10,000 upon completion.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Mt. San Antonio College: Large California public community college in Walnut, CA, serving a comparable suburban Southern California population. Offers similar transfer, vocational, and workforce pathways including nursing and technical trades, with comparable scale (~20,000+ students) and the same state funding model as RCC.
• Mt. San Jacinto College: California public community college with campuses serving the Inland Empire region adjacent to Riverside. Directly comparable on geography, instructional pathways, dual enrollment programs, and student demographics (first-gen, veteran, adult learner mix).
• San Bernardino Valley College: California public community college in San Bernardino, geographically adjacent to Riverside and serving overlapping Inland Empire workforce needs. Comparable program mix including nursing, technical trades, and transfer pathways under the same state funding framework.
• Moreno Valley College: Sister college within the Riverside Community College District (RCCD). Operates under the same district governance and funding model with overlapping instructional pathways, making it the closest institutional peer for benchmarking scale, programs, and student outcomes.
• Norco College: Third sister college in the Riverside Community College District (RCCD). Shares governance, funding, branding, and many transfer pathways with RCC; directly comparable for student demographics, program offerings, and outcome metrics.
• Pasadena City College: Large California public community college offering similar comprehensive transfer and workforce programs including nursing and allied health. Comparable scale and program breadth, serving a similar urban Southern California student population.
• Long Beach City College: California public community college serving the Long Beach area with comparable size, comprehensive instructional pathways, and dual enrollment programs. Directly comparable in operational model, funding sources, and student demographic mix.
• Santa Monica College: One of the largest California community colleges by enrollment, offering extensive transfer and career-technical programs. Comparable scale, broad program portfolio, and operating model under the same state funding and accreditation framework as RCC.
• Citrus College: California public community college in Glendora serving a similar suburban Southern California demographic. Directly comparable on instructional pathways, transfer preparation, and workforce programs; competes for the same regional student pool.

Broad incumbents

• University of California, Riverside (UCR): Major public research university located in Riverside and a primary transfer destination for RCC students (formalized via the RCCD/UCR Residential Scholars Program). Not a direct competitor for enrollment but the dominant four-year incumbent in the same service area that RCC feeds.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/RCCOutreach
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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/school
• Instagraminstagram.com/riversidecitycollege
• TikToktiktok.com/@riversidecitycollege

Compliance8 records

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Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries2 records

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