Riverside Community College may just be one of the greatest community colleges;
it excels in diversity, campus life, plethora of events and clubs, help is always available, nice campus with beautiful library window views, and friendly students!
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
New college students should take advantage of community colleges in general. Fresh out of High School students may not always know what careers they want to pursue so community colleges are perfect for finding their paths. With Financial Aid and Bog Waivers it is virtually free tuition for those who qualify. Many financial aid options are available such as BOG, FAFSA, Dream Act and Cal grants. RCC or any of its sister schools would be a great place to start. Not only for tuition costs, but it will generally save students a lot of money when they decide to transfer.
The best tip I can give is speak to a counselor asap and begin a study program, take general education classes and find out what career is best for you while having a great experience, just don't blow all of your financial aid at a community college. Important thing to remember is that Financial is limited to about 6 school years, so although it is a great place to find your path, prospective students should not linger more than they have to.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
I have to give this school 5 stars in academic rigor. It is a challenging school with great academics and teachers push their students and don't let anyone breeze on through without any effort. It is just as any other top notch college, the curriculum isn't watered down nor should it be. It is a stepping stone for when students transfer, the school does an excellent job for preparation. Classes should be taken seriously and studying 1 hr for every class unit will ensure a passing grade. It may not be Harvard, but the professors are very skilled and experts in their field.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
There actually aren't any dorms because it is a community college.
Sleeping under a nice tree is always nice in between classes!
Describe the food and dining at your college.
The campus food isn't the greatest and it isn't the worst, but luckily for the college a food and dining area is just around the corner. Market Street features a good amount of restaurants, a small plaza, bars, coffee shops and other recreational areas for students to enjoy. A popular spot for college students in Riverside is called Back To The Grind, a very nice coffee shop that screams college life. It is rather hipster in a sense, decorations are fun and has bookshelves for people to read, board games and other fun decorations. Two other attractions come to mind, back to the grind features a small terrace and outdoor area and well as a basement. The basement looks like many poetry slams are staged there, having a small stage and seats around it. There is also a pool table for people to use.
All in all the food and dining areas around the school are great and easy to reach.
Tyler Mall is also really close by and a great place to hang with friends and eat!
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
There are many things to do for fun on and off campus.
The school features many clubs and activities for students to engage in. The student body helps host many on campus events and there is always something going on from dog adoptions, club rush, performing bands/students, plays by acting students, school elections, Chalk Walk, banquets to even drag shows, the list goes on!
Outside of campus there are also fun things to do. There are quite a few art exhibits int he area and Riverside hosts a monthly Art Walk; every first Thursday of the month. At art walk students and other people can enjoy a taste of the artistic life from paintings to sculptures, photography, hand made items (tails, beanies, backpacks etc) and art walk usually has a live band sing in the main gallery upper terrace. Another cool thing about Art Walk is that it is held where all the dining and bar areas are at so they are always in reach if you get hungry. If art isn't your thing, there are always the bars located in the same area.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Riverside City College is just an affordable community college that new students should take advantage of. Who can say no to a nice campus, student life, great classes and teachers all while saving thousands of dollars.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
Like I mentioned before, Art Walk is held every first thursday of the month and many college students go and hang out with there friends.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
It is great for students in low income families who can't afford spending a ridiculous amount of money for general education. So its cheaper to take their 2 years of general education here than at a 4 year college.
It is also great for students who still haven't decided on their career goals.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
There are many clubs and activities.
Think of a club and it is here.
During club rush i met with many of the clubs presidents, all were friendly and inviting. There is not a week where there isn't something exciting happening on Campus. If you like being social and getting to know people, join a club, this school has plenty of them!
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
I am not exactly sure what this is, but there are a lot of plays and performances by students.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
During the time spent in Riverside City College, not once have I seen a fight or anything dangerous occur. It is in a nice area and streets are clean and no loitering around campus. Safety shouldn't be a concern because it is such a nice environment!
Riverside Community College may just be one of the greatest community colleges; it excels in diversity, campus life, plethora of events and clubs, help is always available, nice campus with beautiful library window views, and friendly students!
New college students should take advantage of community colleges in general. Fresh out of High School students may not always know what careers they want to pursue so community colleges are perfect for finding their paths. With Financial Aid and Bog Waivers it is virtually free tuition for those who qualify. Many financial aid options are available such as BOG, FAFSA, Dream Act and Cal grants. RCC or any of its sister schools would be a great place to start. Not only for tuition costs, but it will generally save students a lot of money when they decide to transfer. The best tip I can give is speak to a counselor asap and begin a study program, take general education classes and find out what career is best for you while having a great experience, just don't blow all of your financial aid at a community college. Important thing to remember is that Financial is limited to about 6 school years, so although it is a great place to find your path, prospective students should not linger more than they have to.
I have to give this school 5 stars in academic rigor. It is a challenging school with great academics and teachers push their students and don't let anyone breeze on through without any effort. It is just as any other top notch college, the curriculum isn't watered down nor should it be. It is a stepping stone for when students transfer, the school does an excellent job for preparation. Classes should be taken seriously and studying 1 hr for every class unit will ensure a passing grade. It may not be Harvard, but the professors are very skilled and experts in their field.
There actually aren't any dorms because it is a community college. Sleeping under a nice tree is always nice in between classes!
The campus food isn't the greatest and it isn't the worst, but luckily for the college a food and dining area is just around the corner. Market Street features a good amount of restaurants, a small plaza, bars, coffee shops and other recreational areas for students to enjoy. A popular spot for college students in Riverside is called Back To The Grind, a very nice coffee shop that screams college life. It is rather hipster in a sense, decorations are fun and has bookshelves for people to read, board games and other fun decorations. Two other attractions come to mind, back to the grind features a small terrace and outdoor area and well as a basement. The basement looks like many poetry slams are staged there, having a small stage and seats around it. There is also a pool table for people to use. All in all the food and dining areas around the school are great and easy to reach. Tyler Mall is also really close by and a great place to hang with friends and eat!
There are many things to do for fun on and off campus. The school features many clubs and activities for students to engage in. The student body helps host many on campus events and there is always something going on from dog adoptions, club rush, performing bands/students, plays by acting students, school elections, Chalk Walk, banquets to even drag shows, the list goes on! Outside of campus there are also fun things to do. There are quite a few art exhibits int he area and Riverside hosts a monthly Art Walk; every first Thursday of the month. At art walk students and other people can enjoy a taste of the artistic life from paintings to sculptures, photography, hand made items (tails, beanies, backpacks etc) and art walk usually has a live band sing in the main gallery upper terrace. Another cool thing about Art Walk is that it is held where all the dining and bar areas are at so they are always in reach if you get hungry. If art isn't your thing, there are always the bars located in the same area.
Riverside City College is just an affordable community college that new students should take advantage of. Who can say no to a nice campus, student life, great classes and teachers all while saving thousands of dollars.
Like I mentioned before, Art Walk is held every first thursday of the month and many college students go and hang out with there friends.
It is great for students in low income families who can't afford spending a ridiculous amount of money for general education. So its cheaper to take their 2 years of general education here than at a 4 year college. It is also great for students who still haven't decided on their career goals.
There are many clubs and activities. Think of a club and it is here. During club rush i met with many of the clubs presidents, all were friendly and inviting. There is not a week where there isn't something exciting happening on Campus. If you like being social and getting to know people, join a club, this school has plenty of them!
I am not exactly sure what this is, but there are a lot of plays and performances by students.
During the time spent in Riverside City College, not once have I seen a fight or anything dangerous occur. It is in a nice area and streets are clean and no loitering around campus. Safety shouldn't be a concern because it is such a nice environment!