Your path starts here

RCC offers superior learning experiences through our eight instructional pathways. You have the flexibility to explore educational paths and career options that are just right for you.

Advanced Technical Trades

Interested in technical skills or hands-on training programs?

32
Degree Programs
28
Certificates

Business and Information Systems

Interested in planning, developing, communicating and/or operating systems within an organization?

37
Degree Programs
32
Certificates

Education and Teacher Preparation

Interested in teaching and other educational careers, including early childhood?

10
Degree Programs
6
Certificates

Health-Related Sciences

Interested in promoting health and wellness in your community?

10
Degree Programs
6
Certificates

Languages and Humanities

Interested in exploring the human condition, studying the past, and/or communicating with others?

10
Degree Programs
34
Career options

Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)

Interested in the science field (biology, chemistry, geography, geology, math, and physics) or the growing demands for employment in the fields of computer science, technology or engineering?

9
Degree Programs
57
Career options

Social and Behavioral Sciences

Interested in learning about people, behaviors, society and culture?

14
Degree Programs
5
Certificates

Visual, Performing and Creative Arts

Interested in expressing yourself creatively through drama, dance, music, theatre, and/or art?

22
Degree Programs
18
Certificates

Our students in action

Our diverse student population make RCC a great place to learn, grow, and thrive. The eight instructional pathways help guide students in achieving their goals and dreams.
Francisco
Francisco
Alumnus Class of 2018
Francisco Medina Class of 2018
"I could not have done it without RCC’s mentorship, because I feel that I graduated more prepared to face the world. All of the all nighters and hard work; everything was worth it."
 
Shay Kim
Shay
ASRCC President Class of 2021
Shay-ASRCC President Class of 2021
" Hi Tigers! My name is Shay Kim, and I am so honored to have served as president of Associated Student of Riverside City College. Being a part of a student environment is essential which is why I decided to join ASRCC. As student leaders, we have made cultivating an environment that embraces coming together to build a better community not only at RCC, but also in the world around us."

 

George Castillo
Yessenia
Sociology
Yessenia- Sociology
“The Student-Parent Club has given me and other student parents a voice and has validated our identity as a parenting student at RCC. We can achieve our academic goals while being parents. ¡Sí se puede!"
 
Francisco
Francisco
Alumnus Class of 2018
Francisco Medina Class of 2018
"I could not have done it without RCC’s mentorship, because I feel that I graduated more prepared to face the world. All of the all nighters and hard work; everything was worth it."
 
Shay Kim
Shay
ASRCC President Class of 2021
Shay-ASRCC President Class of 2021
" Hi Tigers! My name is Shay Kim, and I am so honored to have served as president of Associated Student of Riverside City College. Being a part of a student environment is essential which is why I decided to join ASRCC. As student leaders, we have made cultivating an environment that embraces coming together to build a better community not only at RCC, but also in the world around us."

 

George Castillo
Yessenia
Sociology
Yessenia- Sociology
“The Student-Parent Club has given me and other student parents a voice and has validated our identity as a parenting student at RCC. We can achieve our academic goals while being parents. ¡Sí se puede!"
 

Getting started at RCC

You’re one step closer to achieving your goal. Follow these easy steps to get started and become a student at RCC.
First Time Student

I’m a first-time college student

Welcome to RCC! You are a new student if you have not attended college before.

Transfer Student

I’m a transfer student

Transfer students begin their college education at RCC with the goal to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete their education.

Returning Student

I’m a returning student

If you have not enrolled at RCC continuously, you missed a semester or longer, you are returning student. Welcome back!

International Student

I’m an international student

International students from around the world come to study at RCC.

Veteran

I’m a veteran

Individuals who served in the US Armed Forces are eligible to receive Veteran and benefit services.

High School Student

I’m a high school student

Start your college career in high school by earning high school and college credit at the same time. Dual Enrollment high school students earn college credit before graduating high school.

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