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Renton Technical College (RTC)
- 3000 NE Fourth St
- Renton, WA 98056
- OPEID College Code: 01043400
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- General Phone: (425) 235-2352
- President: Dr. Donald Bressler
- Website: www.rtc.edu
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Quarter
- Highest Degree: Associate's Degree
- Local Area: Small City
- Student Enrollment: 4,915
- College Alias: RTC
Basic Information
- 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
- Mission Statement
- Renton Technical College prepares a diverse student population for work, fulfilling the employment needs of individuals, business and industry.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available - RTC Library Profile
- 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
- 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
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 41%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 12% | 32% | 37% | 8% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $2,800 | $2,046 | $2,157 | $1,238 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 6.6% | 12.8% | 7.4% |
| Number in Default | 12 | 21 | 10 |
| Number in Repayment | 180 | 164 | 134 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $4,020 | $3,324 | $3,132 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $4,020 | $3,324 | $3,132 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,026 | $993 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $8,713 | $7,933 | $7,693 |
| Other Expenses | $3,260 | $3,300 | $3,006 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,053 | $3,300 | $2,913 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-State | $5,020 | $4,350 | $4,125 |
| Out of State | $5,020 | $4,350 | $4,125 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-State | $16,993 | $15,583 | $14,824 |
| Out of State | $16,993 | $15,583 | $14,824 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-State | $8,073 | $7,556 | $7,038 |
| Out of State | $8,073 | $7,556 | $7,038 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 4,915 Undergraduate: 4,915
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 3,499 Female: 1,416
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 3,499 Female: 1,416
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 1,128 Part-Time: 3,787
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,128 Part-Time: 3,787
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 4 | 0.08% |
| American Indian | 48 | 1% |
| Black | 372 | 8% |
| Asian | 515 | 10% |
| Hispanic | 189 | 4% |
| White | 2,040 | 42% |
| Unknown | 1,747 | 36% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 82 | 2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 349 | 7% |
| Ages 20-21 | 413 | 8% |
| Ages 22-24 | 643 | 13% |
| Ages 25-29 | 946 | 19% |
| Ages 30-34 | 554 | 11% |
| Ages 35-39 | 512 | 10% |
| Ages 40-49 | 764 | 16% |
| Ages 50-65 | 513 | 10% |
| Age Over 65 | 27 | 0.5% |
| Age Uknown | 112 | 2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 605 | 232 | 373 |
| Faculty Status | 398 | 74 | 324 |
| Tenured Faculty | 47 | 47 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 398 | 74 | 324 |
| Primarily Instruction | 398 | 74 | 324 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 45 | 44 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 12 | 12 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 150 | 102 | 48 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 66 | 46 | 20 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 54 | 28 | 26 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $52,210 (70) | $52,777 (42) | $51,359 (28) |
| Instructor | $52,210 (70) | $52,777 (42) | $51,359 (28) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $52,210 (70) | $52,777 (42) | $51,359 (28) |
| Instructor | $52,210 (70) | $52,777 (42) | $51,359 (28) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 65%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 29%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 57% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 55% |
| Female | 60% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | 60% |
| Black | 44% |
| Asian | 63% |
| Hispanic | 25% |
| White | 59% |
| Unknown | 54% |
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Robbery | 1 | - |
| Vehicle Theft | 10 | 6 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
