RCCD Colleges Shine in Top 20 of WalletHub’s California Community College Rankings
09/30/2024
Researchers at WalletHub, a financial services company, have released their 2024 analysis of 653 schools nationwide and 77 schools in Calif. In their analysis, all three colleges within the Riverside Community College District (RCCD) have been ranked among the top 20 community colleges in California.
Moreno Valley College led the district with an impressive 3rd place ranking, achieving a score of 66.48/100. Norco College followed closely, securing 7th place with a score of 65.35/100, while Riverside City College proudly claimed 16th place with a score of 63.16/100. These results underscore the district’s consistent commitment to delivering high-quality education and fostering student success across all its campuses.
WalletHub’s analysis (highlighted on KTLA 5) evaluated institutions based on three critical dimensions: cost and financing, education outcomes, and career outcomes. Each of these dimensions was assessed through 18 specific metrics, graded on a 100-point scale. The average of these metrics was then weighted to determine the overall score for each institution.
The strong performance of RCCD colleges reflects the district’s dedication to providing accessible, affordable, high-quality education to a diverse student population. Each college within the district has made significant strides in ensuring that students receive the support they need to achieve their academic and career aspirations.
"We are incredibly proud of the accomplishments of our colleges," said Wolde-Ab Isaac, Ph.D., Chancellor of RCCD. "These rankings are a testament to the hard work of our faculty, staff, and students across Moreno Valley College, Norco College, and Riverside City College. Our collective commitment to excellence and equity in education is evident in these achievements."
The recognition from WalletHub reinforces RCCD’s status as a leading community college district in California, continually striving to improve educational opportunities and outcomes for all students.
For more information on the WalletHub rankings, please visit WalletHub’s website.
About Riverside Community College District (RCCD):
The Riverside Community College District is one of the largest community college districts in California, serving the educational needs of Riverside County through its three colleges:
Moreno Valley College, Norco College, and Riverside City College. RCCD is committed to providing high-quality, accessible education that prepares students for transfer, career, and lifelong learning opportunities in an inclusive and supportive environment.
Published by External Relations & Strategic Communications