Rio Hondo College
About Rio Hondo College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Rio Hondo College teaches in Whittier, southeast of Los Angeles, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. It runs a well known police and fire academy, and business, criminal justice and psychology are its largest programs.
Founded
1963
Location
Whittier, California
Students
15,684
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
24.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$1,388
Out-of-state: $9,884
Avg Net Price
$14,379
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$44,950
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
Below Average
24.5% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
3.8%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
31:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
30.6%
$/Student
$8.5K
Class Size
Large
The 24.5% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$1,388
In-State
$9,884
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,062
Total Cost of Attendance
$21,391
After Financial Aid
$14,379
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$14,549
Receive Grants
26.2%
Take Loans
0.6%
Tuition is $1,388/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $14,379.
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 Rio Hondo College fund their education.
While in School
26.2%
Get Grants
Free money
0.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$19,375
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$5,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$58/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $5,500, 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 Rio Hondo College.
Gender
39.4%
Female
61%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
15,684
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
68.3%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
46.7%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 61% of the student body. 68.3% 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: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
15,684
Students
community
Institution
Medium
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
Rio Hondo College fields 9 varsity teams with 207 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
CCCAA
California Community College Athletic Association
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
207
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
62% / 38%
129
Men
78
Women
6
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Rio Hondo Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$44,950
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
594 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$52K
273 grads
4yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$54K
156 grads
4yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
117 grads
Biological and Physical Sciences
—
111 grads
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
—
101 grads
Graduates earn about $35K six years out, growing to $45K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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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.