Riverside College of Health Careers
Newport News, Virginia · Private nonprofit, 4-year
At a glance
Average net price
$20,744
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
100.0%
Admission rate
13%
Undergrad size
350
In-state tuition
$17,250
Out-of-state tuition
$17,250
Cost of attendance
$27,018
Median earnings (10y)
$66,072
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 40.0%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
1 program areas reported · Heavily focused on health (100% of credentials).
- Health100%
- Health professions100.0%~350 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
6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 137 | $63,968 | $27,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 51 | $43,635 | $21,560 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 40 | — | — |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 40 | $34,475 | $14,250 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate's | 32 | $44,317 | $22,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 6 | — | — |
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 Riverside College of Health Careers
Riverside College of Health Careers is a small institution located in Newport News, Virginia, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 350 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Riverside College of Health Careers — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $20,744 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $17,250 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $27,018 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 100.0%, a strong completion outcome. 40.0% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $66,072 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Riverside College of Health Careers 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
Riverside College of Health Careers accepts 13% of applicants, making it highly selective.
Location & campus
Set in Newport News, Virginia (city), Riverside College of Health Careers draws students from across Virginia 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 Riverside College of Health Careers
Q.How much does Riverside College of Health Careers cost?
The average net price at Riverside College of Health Careers is $20,744 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $27,018.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Riverside College of Health Careers?
Riverside College of Health Careers has a 6-year graduation rate of 100.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Riverside College of Health Careers?
Riverside College of Health Careers admits 13% of applicants, which is considered highly selective.
Q.How much do Riverside College of Health Careers graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Riverside College of Health Careers graduate earns $66,072 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Riverside College of Health Careers?
Published tuition is $17,250 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Riverside College of Health Careers located?
Riverside College of Health Careers is located in Newport News, Virginia (ZIP 23601).
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 Riverside College of Health Careers at their official website.