Rend Lake College
About Rend Lake College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Rend Lake College teaches in Ina, in the coal and farm country of southern Illinois. The sciences and heavy equipment technology are among its largest programs.
Founded
1955
Location
Ina, Illinois
Students
1,175
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
63.4%
Near national average
In-State Tuition
$4,500
Out-of-state: $7,800
Avg Net Price
$9,187
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$35,775
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
63.4% complete their degree within three years
Retention
63.8%
Transfer Out
12%
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
72.1%
$/Student
$5.1K
Class Size
Medium
63.4% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,500
In-State
$7,800
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$400
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,731
After Financial Aid
$9,187
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,424
Receive Grants
30.3%
Take Loans
0%
Tuition is $4,500/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $9,187.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Rend Lake College fund their education.
While in School
30.3%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$19,509
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$5,809
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$62/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $5,809, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Rend Lake College.
Gender
61.9%
Female
38%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,175
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
43.1%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
17.6%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 62% of the student body. 43.1% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,175
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Rend Lake College fields 6 varsity teams with 100 student athletes, about 9% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
100
9% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
58% / 42%
58
Men
42
Women
4
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Rend Lake Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$35,775
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$25K
151 grads
1yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
$24K
145 grads
1yr Earnings
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians
—
31 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$64K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Agricultural Mechanization
—
25 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$49K
23 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $36K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rend Lake College
How much does Rend Lake College cost?▾
What is the graduation rate at Rend Lake College?▾
How much do Rend Lake College graduates earn?▾
Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.