RENTON TECHNICAL COLLEGE (RTC)
- 3000 NE Fourth St
- Renton, WA 98056
- OPEID College Code: 01043400
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- General Phone: (425) 235-2352
- Interim President: Steve Hanson
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Quarter
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Small City
- Student Enrollment: 4,346
- College Alias: RTC
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Renton Technical 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
- Website
- www.rtc.edu

- Mission Statement
- Renton Technical College prepares a diverse student population for work, fulfilling the employment needs of individuals, business and industry.
Accreditation
- Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Suburban-Serving Single Campus
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Small Two-Year
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- 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
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 60%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 22% | 37% | 45% | 9% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,585 | $2,935 | $2,429 | $745 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 8.8% | 5.2% | 6.6% |
| Number in Default | 14 | 9 | 12 |
| Number in Repayment | 159 | 171 | 180 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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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 | $4,185 | $4,140 | $4,020 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $4,185 | $4,140 | $4,020 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $4,185 | $4,140 | $4,020 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,080 | $1,032 | $1,000 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $9,400 | $8,952 | $8,713 |
| Other Expenses | $3,574 | $3,372 | $3,260 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,354 | $3,372 | $3,053 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $5,265 | $5,172 | $5,020 |
| In-State | $5,265 | $5,172 | $5,020 |
| Out of State | $5,265 | $5,172 | $5,020 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $18,239 | $17,496 | $16,993 |
| In-State | $18,239 | $17,496 | $16,993 |
| Out of State | $18,239 | $17,496 | $16,993 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $8,619 | $8,328 | $8,073 |
| In-State | $8,619 | $8,328 | $8,073 |
| Out of State | $8,619 | $8,328 | $8,073 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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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: 4,346 Undergraduate: 4,346
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 2,980 Female: 1,366
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 2,980 Female: 1,366
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 1,301 Part-Time: 3,045
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,301 Part-Time: 3,045
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 7 | 0.2% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 929 | 21% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 83 | 2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 278 | 6% |
| Ages 20-21 | 333 | 8% |
| Ages 22-24 | 510 | 12% |
| Ages 25-29 | 877 | 20% |
| Ages 30-34 | 628 | 14% |
| Ages 35-39 | 504 | 12% |
| Ages 40-49 | 704 | 16% |
| Ages 50-65 | 418 | 10% |
| Age Over 65 | 11 | 0.3% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 525 | 207 | 318 |
| Faculty Status | 320 | 70 | 250 |
| Tenured Faculty | 57 | 57 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 320 | 70 | 250 |
| Primarily Instruction | 320 | 70 | 250 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 40 | 38 | 2 |
| Other Professionals | 8 | 8 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 157 | 91 | 66 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 57 | 36 | 21 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 72 | 29 | 43 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $58,581 (66) | $58,386 (42) | $58,923 (24) |
| Instructor | $58,581 (66) | $58,386 (42) | $58,923 (24) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $61,275 (1) | - (-) | $61,275 (1) |
| Instructor | $61,275 (1) | - (-) | $61,275 (1) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $58,455 (67) | $58,386 (42) | $58,572 (25) |
| Instructor | $58,455 (67) | $58,386 (42) | $58,572 (25) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 68%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 75%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 53% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 51% |
| Female | 56% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | 50% |
| Black | 33% |
| Asian | 56% |
| Hispanic | 57% |
| White | 57% |
| Unknown | 43% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Robbery | - | 1 |
| Vehicle Theft | 4 | 10 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009