R
Public 2 Year

Reading Area Community College

Reading, Pennsylvania

 0 Reviews

Overview

Enrollment

4,533
Reading Area Community College overview
Location Reading, Pennsylvania
Online racc.edu
School Type Public 2 Year
Setting Small City
Reading Area Community College overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing No
Level of Study Undergrad
Calculate your admission chances
Calculate your admission chances

Reading Area Community College (RACC), located in the city of Reading, Pennsylvania, provides a range of associate degree programs, certificates, and training opportunities for its students. Established in 1971, this public, two-year institution emphasizes accessibility and offers a noncompetitive admissions process. The campus, situated on the edge of downtown Reading near the scenic Schuylkill River, is within commuting distance of both the suburban areas and the rural regions of Berks County, as well as being approximately 60 miles northwest of Philadelphia. RACC is known for its array of programs in fields such as healthcare, business, education, and technology. While the college does not offer on-campus housing, it facilitates a commuter-friendly atmosphere with a focus on serving the local community. The college does not have a notable athletic program. RACC's campus features modern facilities designed to support its commitment to technical and vocational education, with particular emphasis on meeting regional employment needs.

Reading Area Community College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  919 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 3,614 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $8,700 plus fees of $1,770.

Applying

Admission Requirements

Open Admission

Explore admissions

Annual Cost to Attend

In District Resident Tuition

$4,350
In District Costs for Reading Area Community College
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,800
Other Fees$1,770
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $10,800
Other Expenses Budget$5,000
Total One Year Cost$23,720

Pennsylvania Resident Tuition

$8,700
In State Costs for Reading Area Community College
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,800
Other Fees$1,770
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $10,800
Budget for Other Expenses$5,000
Total One Year Cost$28,070

Tuition and financial aid details

Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$33,200 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

Data Not Available

Explore Post Graduation Outcomes

Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Reading Area Community College students
Subject Percent of Class
Health Professions 23%
Liberal Arts and Humanities 20%
Business 17%
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting 8%
Human Services 6%

View All 40 Majors

Other Colleges to Consider 

Students considering RACC are frequently interested in these similar colleges.

Questions and Answers

CollegeSimply Advisor posts about Reading Area Community College.

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=215585 IPEDS survey data for Reading Area Community College.

Current students may use the Reading Area Community College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.

Last updated February 24, 2024