College statistics
- Address:
- 3600 Workman Mill Rd
Whittier, CA
90601 - Sector Group:
- Public 4-Year or Above
- Official Website:
- www.riohondo.edu/
- Setting:
- Rural
- Annual In-State Tuition:
- $1,306
- Endowment (End of Year):
- $135,282,718
- Research Activity Tier:
- No research designation
- Economic Mobility Index:
- Higher Access, Medium Earnings
- Primary Undergraduate Major:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Rio Hondo College is a public community college located in Whittier, California, serving the greater Los Angeles region. The college enrolls over 17,000 students and offers general studies and liberal arts coursework designed to prepare students for transfer to four-year institutions or entry into the workforce.
In-state tuition is $1,306 annually, making Rio Hondo one of California's most affordable higher education options. Out-of-state tuition is $9,802 per year. With total enrollment exceeding 17,000 and a mission focused on access, the college attracts students seeking low-cost pathways to credentials and degree completion.
Rio Hondo functions as a transfer-focused community college, with many students using their time here to complete general education requirements before moving to four-year programs. The college is best suited for students seeking affordable options, those exploring academic interests before committing to a major, and working adults balancing education with other responsibilities. For more information, visit www.riohondo.edu/.