At a glance
Average net price
$19,500
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
71.7%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
808
In-state tuition
Not available
Out-of-state tuition
Not available
Cost of attendance
$27,246
Median earnings (10y)
Not available
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
1 program areas reported · Heavily focused on health (100% of credentials).
- Health100%
- Health professions100.0%~808 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
7 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 715 | — | $14,117 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 219 | $15,977 | $8,947 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 183 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 70 | — | $27,226 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 37 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Undergraduate certificate | — | — | $9,403 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Undergraduate certificate | — | $41,740 | $17,247 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Rio Grande Valley College
Rio Grande Valley College is a small institution located in Pharr, Texas, primarily awarding the certificate. It enrolls roughly 808 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Rio Grande Valley College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $19,500 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $27,246 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 71.7%, a strong completion outcome.
Programs & majors
Rio Grande Valley College confers degrees and certificates across 1 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by health (100% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Pharr, Texas (city), Rio Grande Valley College draws students from across Texas and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Rio Grande Valley College
Q.How much does Rio Grande Valley College cost?
The average net price at Rio Grande Valley College is $19,500 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $27,246.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Rio Grande Valley College?
Rio Grande Valley College has a 6-year graduation rate of 71.7% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.Where is Rio Grande Valley College located?
Rio Grande Valley College is located in Pharr, Texas (ZIP 78577).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Rio Grande Valley College at their official website.