Mahadev Maitri Foundation
US Initiatives
Private Nonprofit4-year

Riverside College of Health Careers

Newport News, Virginia Β· City: MidsizeOfficial Website β†—

#1071
Nationally
#28
In Virginia
17%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$12,596
Annual Tuition
per year
325
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
54/100
Good
#1071 nationally
#28 in Virginia
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability46
🎯Selectivity80
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth45

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Riverside College of Health Careers is a private nonprofit four-year university located in Newport News, Virginia. With 325 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 17%, the institution is considered highly selective. Annual tuition is $12,596, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $27,084 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate17%↑ Above avg
National avg: 70%
30
Applied
5
Admitted
4
Enrolled
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$12,596/yr
Room & Board$1,120/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$13,966/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$12,596↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$27,084
$30,001 – $48,000$28,870
Student Body
325
Total Undergrads
91% F / 9% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 56%
Hispanic 6%
Black 26%
Asian 3%
Two or more 8%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($12,596/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
  • βœ“Highly selective admissions (17% acceptance rate) β€” a signal of institutional prestige
  • βœ“Reasonable room and board costs at $1,120/yr
  • βœ“Small campus environment (325 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Net price for families earning under $30K is $27,084/yr β€” explore all aid options before applying
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for academically high-achieving students looking for a competitive environment, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationNewport News, Virginia
SettingCity: Midsize
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$27,084
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#28
in Virginia out of 7+ colleges
#1071
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.