Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 010388
- Phone: (814) 944-4494
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
86%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
19:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
16FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$4,055Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Reading Area Community College (RACC)
415 D Orchard Avenue, Altoona, PA
Located in Berks County near Reading Pennsylvania, Reading Area Community College provides higher learning that leads to either a two-year associate’s degree or a certificate. In some of the certificate curriculums, students are permitted to work online or learn a new occupational skill in as little as six weeks’ time.
By obtaining degree or certificate training at the college, students can embark on the following careers:
- Accountant
- Chef (culinary arts)
- Legal secretary
- Medical transcriptionist
- Website developer
- Computer specialist (computer technology)
- Accountant
- Nurse
- Communications specialist
- Medical lab technician
- Teacher’s Aide (early childhood education)
A transfer center at the college enables students to meet specific college requisites so they can eventually transfer to a four-year university. The college also sponsors career fairs as well as on-campus recruiting and career counseling. Students interested in obtaining employment have resources available to them that help them prepare resumes and develop their interview skills.
Scholarships are available for eligible candidates at the school, one of which includes the American Sign Language scholarship. The yearly tuition rate for out-of-state students is just over $9,600 while in-state students spend about $7,000 per year. Approximately 5,000 students are currently enrolled at the two-year college.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the applicants RACC accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $9,300. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition range estimates:
- State Residents: $4,000-$4,800
- Out-of-State: $9,100-$10,870
- Part-time students are charged:
- State Residents: $190-$230 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $360-$430 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 86% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 76% | $5,596 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 40% | $4,659 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Reading Area Community College may offer services like those listed below:- Online course work available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- * Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 1996)
- Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) Program
- * Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 1986)
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Reading Area Community College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (A, C)
- Bookkeeping (C)
- Accounting (A)
- Administrative Assistant (A)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Web Design (A)
Education
Engineering Technology
- Computer Systems Technology (A, C)
English Language and Literature
- Creative Writing (A)
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Child Development (A)
- Child Care (A)
Health and Clinical Professions
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (A)
- Liberal Arts (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
Personal and Culinary Services
Precision Production
- Machinist (A)
Psychology
- Psychology (A)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (A)
Social Sciences
- Social Science (A)
Other Community Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Reading Area Community College.
- Salem Community College in Jersey City, NJ (50 miles away)
- Cumberland County College in Randolph, NJ (78 miles away)
- Carroll Community College in Brooklyn, NY (79 miles away)
- Sussex County Community College in Saginaw, MI (80 miles away)
- Baltimore City Community College in Baltimore, MD (80 miles away)
Also, you can compare schools by looking through our list of colleges & universities:
- Get a list of all the colleges in Pennsylvania
- Browse our list of community colleges in Pennsylvania
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 010388
- Phone: (814) 944-4494
- School Homepage