“My involvement with RCC helped me discover and improve my public speaking abilities. This has led me to once-in-a-lifetime experiences as I developed this skill that will be critical in my future career.”
Matheus Melo
School of Business and Professional Studies
An associate’s degree at RCC will only cost you half the amount of tuition at four-year institutions. Low tuition cost paired with financial aid and scholarship opportunities mean you can pursue your goals without accruing large amounts of student debt.
Our dedicated faculty and staff are here to ensure your academic success and to adapt to create learning environments that allow you to continue your education. With technology-assisted learning, there is a wide variety of student resources to give you the individual attention that you need, including online tutoring and one-on-one academic advising
Everyday life can impact what happens in the classroom, so our resources extend beyond the campus. The Connection Center is a bridge between you and community services, including a food pantry, housing, childcare, mental health, employment and much more!
RCC is committed to providing the flexibility you need to balance your education with work, family and other responsibilities. Childcare programs, night and weekend classes, laptop lending programs and online courses are a few ways that RCC can help you succeed.
Summer sessions I and II will be held with technology-assisted learning, with your Student Success team and virtual resources there to help every step of the way.
RCC is committed to creating a safe learning environment for all students. We are working with trusted public officials to determine the safest options for learning during the Fall semester.
Throughout the summer, RCC will be hosting virtual informational sessions so you can explore different programs, speak with faculty and staff, and hear from current students from the convenience and safety of your home.
Completing your Associate’s degree at RCC will only cost you half the amount of tuition at a four-year institution. With our low tuition costs, financial aid and scholarship opportunities, you can reach your goals at a fraction of the price.
Our dedicated faculty and staff are here to ensure your success. The small class sizes and wide variety of student resources are designed to give you the individual attention that you need.
Our resources extend beyond the campus. The Connection Center is a bridge between you and community services including food pantry, housing, childcare, wellness, employment and much more!
You can choose from more than 50 degree and certificate programs in a variety of fields to help you take charge of your tomorrow. RCC offers online, weekend, evening and accelerated courses to ensure your education fits your schedule.
We know that there’s more to college than academic success. At RCC, we have more than 40 student clubs and organizations that you can join, student life activities and events to broaden your social circle and explore your passions.
Our childcare program gives our students the opportunity to focus in the classroom, while feeling secure that their child is receiving safe, enriching care from a positive, professional staff. Additionally, children of RCC students may be eligible to receive tuition subsidies and scholarships. Your child(ren) will be learning too! With an abundance of developmental opportunities in an age-appropriate setting, our program celebrates each child’s uniqueness while also appreciating their commonalities.
With the five Schools at RCC, you can choose from more than 50 degree and certificate programs in a variety of fields to help you take charge of your tomorrow. RCC offers online, weekend, evening, accelerated courses and virtual testing centers, to ensure your education fits your schedule.
Prepare for a career in the arts and explore your creative side through fine art, dance, communications, and theater. From theory to practice, the RCC School of Arts and Humanities will prepare you for a career in the arts and a successful transfer to a Bachelor’s program.
Your dream job is so much closer with a degree from the School of Business and Professional Services. Learn the skills to obtain jobs in the fields of Business, Criminal Justice, Culinary Arts, and Paralegal Studies. Join the next wave of industry leaders today.
Build brighter futures for tomorrow’s leaders with a degree from our School of Education and Social Sciences. Move from sitting in a classroom to leading the next generation of learners. You can have a hand in growing the minds of youth with a rewarding career in education and social sciences.
Improve the life and wellness of patients, and have an opportunity to make a positive impact on someone’s life daily. The diverse field of healthcare is growing rapidly and presents some of the most in-demand careers. Our nursing, health, and wellness programs will give you real-world experience to enter the workforce.
The STEM industry is building tomorrow’s infrastructure today. Jumpstart or advance your career with one of our STEM degrees or certificates. From data management to engineering, you will get the information and skills you need to join the innovative join the innovative workforce of today or transfer to a 4-year institution.
“My involvement with RCC helped me discover and improve my public speaking abilities. This has led me to once-in-a-lifetime experiences as I developed this skill that will be critical in my future career.”
Matheus Melo
School of Business and Professional Studies
“The Human Performance Studies degree from RCC prepared me to continue my education at Stony Brook University and to enter the exciting field of athletic training.”
Kim Garcia
Athletic Trainer, Columbia Orthopedics
School of Nursing, Health, and Wellness
“I always knew that I was interested in education, but my time at RCC has helped solidify my passion for teaching. My teachers supported me every step of the way so I knew I could accomplish my goals.”
Denise Mizhirumbay
School of Education and Social Sciences
““RCC was an intellectual and social environment where I could explore my passions to help narrow my academic interests and start to build a career path that leverages the invaluable tools and skills I gained at RCC”
ZuZu Tadeushuk ‘19
School of Arts and Humanities
“I developed my self-confidence in my skill set at RCC, and was able to help other students do the same. The education I received in and out of the classroom set me up for success after graduation.”
Benedicta Obuamah ‘13
School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
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Admission is open to applicants that have a high school diploma or high school equivalency (HSE) diploma. If you have already taken college courses at a different school, you will also need to submit your official transcripts. For those that do not have a high school diploma or HSE, you can enroll at RCC in the 24 Credit High School Equivalency Program (formerly GED program) or check out the High School Dual-Enrollment program offerings.
Our Financial Aid office is always available to help you fill out your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), apply for student loans, and find scholarships. Additionally, they can help you find work study opportunities and other aid that may help pay for college.
Yes! RCC has over 40 clubs and organizations, including student government, robotics club, international club, student veterans association, and more. You can also get involved with student publications, athletics, and volunteer service programs while you are at RCC. Learn more about Student Involvement.
RCC has a wide range of programs that can help you reach your goals. Our degree and certificate programs are available in the humanities, social sciences, technology, business, health services, mathematics, and much more. Our degree programs are designed to prepare you to immediately enter the workforce or transfer the credits to complete a bachelor’s degree. One-year certificate programs are also available for students looking to learn an immediate skill set.
AS degree programs are designed to be transferable to a four-year university. Students working towards an AS degree will devote at least one-half of their course work to liberal arts and sciences classes. AAS degree plans involve less liberal arts and sciences courses and are designed to prepare students for immediate entry into a career.
Associate degrees are designed to take 2 years to complete. However, we know that many students need to move at a different pace than their peers. To accommodate all of our students, we have several accelerated 8-week courses, summer and winter sessions, credit for prior learning and online courses that can help you complete your degree at the pace that works best for you.
RCC’s Career Skills Academy offers programs that will prepare you to start, change or enhance your career and obtain industry-specific certifications in an accelerated format. These programs are also designed to provide opportunities to transfer into degree-seeking programs.
Students have access to everything they need at RCC’s picturesque main campus. The main campus is the hub for admissions, academic services, including advising and tutoring, financial aid, and student development. It is home to the Student Union, Cultural Arts Center and Theater, and the Fieldhouse. Learn more about the Suffern Campus.
The Haverstraw Center expands offerings for students, with a convenient location and evening and weekend courses. It is home to the 3D Printing SMARTT Lab and technology classrooms. Students benefit from many of the same resources that are available on the main campus. Learn more about the Haverstraw Center.
This state-of-the-art automotive technology center opened in Orangeburg in 2016. Students in the automotive technology program learn using cutting-edge technology and in a Snap-on Certified Lab with 10 lifts and customized equipment. Learn more about the Herbert Kurz Automotive Technology Center.
RCC’s newest location opened in the heart of Nyack in January 2019. Our culinary arts and hospitality students will learn in brand new classrooms and teaching kitchen, and have a chance to practice their new skills in the center’s farm-to-market store and café. Learn more about the Hospitality & Culinary Arts Center.
