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Riverland Community College
Austin, Minnesota · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 1900 8th Ave NW, Austin, MN 55912 · Phone: (507) 433-0600 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Riverland Community College is a public trade/career school in Austin, Minnesota, offering electrician, LPN, and CDL training programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Riverland Community College has a 52.1% completion rate, near the Minnesota state average of 48.2%, with median graduate debt of $12,000 and median earnings of $45,247 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Riverland Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 23.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $47,480 | $78,160 | $101,410 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $51,700 | $63,750 | $71,270 |
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $45,910 | $61,990 | $73,700 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $45,690 | $60,280 | $65,410 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,310 | $58,390 | $73,250 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $67,080 | $83,400 | $98,900 |
| Massage therapists | $28,320 | $63,070 | $81,000 |
| Construction laborers | $42,950 | $60,260 | $79,710 |
| Medical assistants | $40,110 | $50,480 | $58,540 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,590 | $39,170 | $59,300 |
| Machinists | $46,550 | $61,140 | $74,650 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $49,810 | $66,840 | $78,600 |
| Skincare specialists | $23,990 | $44,430 | $62,530 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $31,340 | $48,090 | $52,940 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Minnesota (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 2–4 years | 47 | not reported | not reported | $12,000 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 39 | not reported | not reported | $13,875 |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 34 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 26 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 19 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 2–4 years | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 2–4 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Riverland Community College is a public community college in Austin, Minnesota. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, along with program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, and it participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants. Across its 16 program families, the campus awards the most credentials in electrician training (47), LPN/LVN nursing (39), and CDL/truck driving (34).
For outcomes, Riverland's completion rate is 52.1%, which is near the Minnesota state average of 48.2% for similar programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $12,000, and median earnings ten years after entry are $45,247, per federal Scorecard data. About 23.8% of students receive Pell Grants, reflecting a meaningful share of lower-income students. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With a mix of shorter technical certificates (electrician, CDL, welding, diesel mechanics) and longer allied-health programs (LPN, radiologic technology), Riverland can suit both quick career-entry students and those pursuing a more clinical credential; however, program length details are not specified here, so applicants should confirm timelines directly with the school. This is a distant-town campus, which may affect commuting or housing considerations for adult learners. To verify accreditation and outcomes independently, check the Higher Learning Commission's public directory and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the link provided by the school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Riverland Community College offers 16 program families, with the most completers in electrician schools (47), LPN/LVN programs (39), and CDL/truck driving schools (34). Other offerings include welding, diesel mechanics, radiologic technology, and medical assisting, among others.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Riverland is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Riverland participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 52.1%, which is near the Minnesota state average of 48.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $12,000, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $45,247, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (507) 433-0600 or visit riverland.edu for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Riverland is a public community college, which typically means lower published tuition rates for residents and eligibility for state and federal aid programs.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to confirm timelines for specific programs like electrician training, LPN, or CDL.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can check the Higher Learning Commission's public directory for accreditation status and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?173063 for outcomes data.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers both shorter technical certificates and longer allied-health programs, which may suit adults seeking either quick career entry or a more involved credential; specific fit should be confirmed with the school since program lengths are not detailed here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to learn what certification or licensure, such as for LPN or radiologic technology, follows program completion.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Riverland Community College at (507) 433-0600 or through its website, https://www.riverland.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across similar institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.