READING AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE (RACC)
- 10 S Second St
- Reading, PA 19603
- OPEID College Code: 01038800
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- General Phone: (610) 372-4721
- President: Anna Weitz
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Small City
- Student Enrollment: 5,425
- College Alias: RACC, Reading Area CC
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Reading Area Community College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Must Complete Preparation at Another Institution
- Website
- www.racc.edu
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
Accreditation
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Rural-Serving Medium
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Medium Two-Year
Reading Area Community College Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.racc.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: RACC Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 71%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 53% | 49% | 43% | 5% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,002 | $3,303 | $655 | $1,793 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 12.0% | 8.7% | 10.8% |
| Number in Default | 123 | 82 | 105 |
| Number in Repayment | 1,022 | 935 | 965 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $3,690 | $3,510 | $3,300 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $6,060 | $5,790 | $5,490 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $8,370 | $8,010 | $7,620 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 | $1,500 | $1,200 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,800 | $10,800 | $10,800 |
| Other Expenses | $5,000 | $5,000 | $4,500 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $5,000 | $5,000 | $4,500 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $5,290 | $5,010 | $4,500 |
| In-State | $7,660 | $7,290 | $6,690 |
| Out of State | $9,970 | $9,510 | $8,820 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $21,090 | $20,810 | $19,800 |
| In-State | $23,460 | $23,090 | $21,990 |
| Out of State | $25,770 | $25,310 | $24,120 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $10,290 | $10,010 | $9,000 |
| In-State | $12,660 | $12,290 | $11,190 |
| Out of State | $14,970 | $14,510 | $13,320 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 5,425 Undergraduate: 5,425
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 1,997 Female: 3,428
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 1,997 Female: 3,428
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 1,864 Part-Time: 3,561
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,864 Part-Time: 3,561
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 378 | 7% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 614 | 11% |
| Ages 18-19 | 1,170 | 22% |
| Ages 20-21 | 857 | 16% |
| Ages 22-24 | 672 | 12% |
| Ages 25-29 | 653 | 12% |
| Ages 30-34 | 431 | 8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 322 | 6% |
| Ages 40-49 | 505 | 9% |
| Ages 50-65 | 176 | 3% |
| Age Over 65 | 8 | 0.1% |
| Age Unknown | 17 | 0.3% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 448 | 215 | 233 |
| Faculty Status | 283 | 69 | 214 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 284 | 70 | 214 |
| Primarily Instruction | 283 | 69 | 214 |
| Primarily Research | 1 | 1 | - |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 26 | 26 | - |
| Other Professionals | 54 | 46 | 8 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 84 | 73 | 11 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 35 | 31 | 4 |
| Skilled Crafts | 2 | 2 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 11 | 11 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $58,498 (65) | $63,599 (12) | $57,343 (53) |
| Professor | $68,287 (24) | $74,883 (5) | $66,551 (19) |
| Associate Professor | $55,708 (7) | $59,185 (2) | $54,317 (5) |
| Assistant Professor | $52,797 (12) | $54,790 (2) | $52,398 (10) |
| Instructor | $51,817 (22) | $53,607 (3) | $51,534 (19) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $59,697 (4) | $56,642 (1) | $60,715 (3) |
| Professor | $69,707 (1) | - (-) | $69,707 (1) |
| Assistant Professor | $56,281 (1) | - (-) | $56,281 (1) |
| Instructor | $56,399 (2) | $56,642 (1) | $56,156 (1) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $57,938 (69) | $62,271 (13) | $56,932 (56) |
| Professor | $67,836 (25) | $74,883 (5) | $66,075 (20) |
| Associate Professor | $55,708 (7) | $59,185 (2) | $54,317 (5) |
| Assistant Professor | $52,278 (13) | $54,790 (2) | $51,821 (11) |
| Instructor | $51,344 (24) | $51,791 (4) | $51,255 (20) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 49%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 36%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 10% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 11% |
| Female | 10% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 5% |
| Asian | 11% |
| Hispanic | 5% |
| White | 13% |
| Unknown | 11% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | 14 | 10 |
| Vehicle Theft | 2 | 1 |
Reading Area Community College Reviews
1 Review Submitted For Reading Area Community College
- Reviewed on: October 28, 2011
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- I think RACC is a good opportunity that students shouldn't let pass by them.
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
