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Riverland Community College SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements

SAT RangeN/A

ACT RangeN/A

Average GPA2.81

Acceptance Rate76.5%

Riverland’s 76.5% acceptance rate means admission is designed to be accessible, so focus on choosing the path that helps you start strong. Since Riverland is test-optional and the average entering GPA is 2.81, submit an SAT or ACT score only if it clearly strengthens your academic profile.

Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.

Riverland Community College facts and stats

Quick Facts

Riverland Community College enrolls about 3,959 undergraduate students in a small-town setting. Riverland has a freshman retention rate of 75%, which is above the national average of roughly 70%. The student-to-faculty ratio is 20:1.

Location

Austin, MN

Undergrad Enrollment3,959

Freshman Retention75%

SettingSmall town

Student to Faculty Ratio20:1

Graduation RateN/A

Test PolicyTest-optional

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Key Riverland Community College application dates

Key dates

Application deadlines

Regular Decision

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Early Action

Not offered

Early Decision

Not offered

Priority Deadline

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Financial aid deadlines

Financial Aid Priority

June 1

Test dates

SAT test dates

August 22, 2026

Registration deadline: August 7, 2026

September 12, 2026

Registration deadline: August 28, 2026

October 3, 2026

Registration deadline: September 18, 2026

ACT test dates

September 19, 2026

Registration deadline: August 14, 2026

October 17, 2026

Registration deadline: September 11, 2026

December 12, 2026

Registration deadline: November 6, 2026

Take tests early for the best outcomes

If you choose to submit scores to test-optional Riverland, take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year. Use the summer before senior year and a fall retake for superscoring opportunities, making sure scores arrive before the Regular Decision deadline.

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What you'll actually pay

Riverland’s in-state tuition is $4,468, and out-of-state tuition is also $4,468. To be considered for aid on time, submit the FAFSA by the June 1 priority deadline.

In-State Tuition$4,468

Out-of-State Tuition$4,468

Room and Board$9,452

Average Merit AwardN/A

Application FeeN/A

Students on AidN/A

Average Aid PackageN/A

Average Debt at Grad$7,167

Riverland’s listed out-of-state tuition is $4,468, with room and board adding about $9,452. Actual costs can vary based on fees, books, living choices, and financial need. For context, students graduate with an average debt of $7,167.