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River Valley Community College
- One College Drive
- Claremont, NH 03743
- OPEID College Code: 00756000
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- General Phone: (603) 542-7744
- President: Steven Budd
- Website: www.rivervalley.edu

- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's Degree
- Local Area: Rural Fringe
- Student Enrollment: 955

Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Must Complete Preparation at Another Institution
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.rivervalley.edu
- Admission Fees N/A
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $10.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 71%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 52% | 31% | 38% | 3% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,895 | $2,723 | $2,020 | $1,649 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 5.7% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
| Number in Default | 86 | 30 | 17 |
| Number in Repayment | 1,499 | 485 | 390 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $5,816 | $5,464 | $5,464 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $13,016 | $12,248 | $12,248 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,000 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $6,000 | $6,000 | $5,400 |
| Other Expenses | $6,560 | $6,560 | $4,000 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $6,560 | $6,560 | $4,000 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-State | $7,316 | $6,964 | $6,464 |
| Out of State | $14,516 | $13,748 | $13,248 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-State | $19,876 | $19,524 | $15,864 |
| Out of State | $27,076 | $26,308 | $22,648 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-State | $13,876 | $13,524 | $10,464 |
| Out of State | $21,076 | $20,308 | $17,248 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | Associate | |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Marketing Studies | ||
| Accounting | - | 7 |
| Accounting Technology and Bookkeeping | 2 | - |
| Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science | 4 | - |
| Business Administration and Management | 1 | - |
| Management Information Systems | - | 3 |
| Food Services Management | - | 2 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | ||
| Computer Science | - | 1 |
| Education | ||
| Early Childhood Education | 3 | 4 |
| Education | - | 5 |
| Health and Clinical Professions | ||
| Clinical Laboratory Technician | - | 9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse Training | 20 | - |
| Massage Therapy | 22 | - |
| Medical Administration | 8 | - |
| Medical Assistance | 3 | - |
| Nurse, Nursing Assistant and Patient Care Assistant | 12 | - |
| Nursing | - | 48 |
| Occupational Therapist Assistant | - | 5 |
| Phlebotomy | 8 | - |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | - | 7 |
| Respiratory Care Therapy | - | 11 |
| Therapeutic Recreation | - | 3 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences | ||
| General Studies | - | 3 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, Liberal Studies | 7 | 2 |
| Psychology | ||
| Counseling Psychology | 6 | - |
| Public Administration and Social Services | ||
| Human Services | 4 | 4 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 955 Undergraduate: 955
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 248 Female: 707
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 248 Female: 707
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 203 Part-Time: 752
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 203 Part-Time: 752
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 7 | 0.7% |
| Asian | 7 | 0.7% |
| Hispanic | 13 | 1% |
| White | 774 | 81% |
| Unknown | 154 | 16% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 38 | 4% |
| Ages 18-19 | 155 | 16% |
| Ages 20-21 | 119 | 12% |
| Ages 22-24 | 113 | 12% |
| Ages 25-29 | 125 | 13% |
| Ages 30-34 | 77 | 8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 88 | 9% |
| Ages 40-49 | 114 | 12% |
| Ages 50-65 | 57 | 6% |
| Age Over 65 | 1 | 0.1% |
| Age Uknown | 68 | 7% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 364 | 59 | 305 |
| Faculty Status | 254 | 33 | 221 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 254 | 33 | 221 |
| Primarily Instruction | 254 | 33 | 221 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 2 | 2 | - |
| Other Professionals | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 96 | 15 | 81 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Skilled Crafts | 1 | 1 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 7 | 2 | 5 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $47,281 (26) | $41,672 (7) | $49,348 (19) |
| Professor | $50,731 (15) | $48,670 (1) | $50,879 (14) |
| Associate Professor | $42,583 (10) | $40,105 (5) | $45,062 (5) |
| Assistant Professor | $42,507 (1) | $42,507 (1) | - (-) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $59,310 (7) | $62,335 (2) | $58,100 (5) |
| Professor | $60,261 (6) | $62,335 (2) | $59,223 (4) |
| Associate Professor | $53,607 (1) | - (-) | $53,607 (1) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $47,546 (33) | $43,745 (9) | $48,971 (24) |
| Professor | $50,324 (21) | $50,225 (3) | $50,340 (18) |
| Associate Professor | $42,700 (11) | $40,105 (5) | $44,862 (6) |
| Assistant Professor | $42,507 (1) | $42,507 (1) | - (-) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 63%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 47%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 39% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 8% |
| Female | 57% |
| By Race | |
| Asian | 50% |
| Hispanic | - |
| White | 36% |
| Unknown | 43% |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
