Is Riverside College of Health Careers worth it?
Riverside College of Health Careers is a private nonprofit, four-year institution in Newport News, Virginia (midsize city). It awarded 154 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in registered nursing, radiologic technology radiographer and licensed practical nurse training.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$53,737
Median earnings 4 years after
$67,735
Median earnings 10 years after
$66,072
Average net price
$20,744
Completion rate
100%
Completions (2024)
154
Years to pay back
1.2 years
Students (undergrad)
350
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $69,644 | $88,588 | 92 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate | $47,366 | $62,709 | 46 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate certificate | $46,106 | $52,842 | 36 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate | $47,742 | $50,710 | 23 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 68 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 29 |
| Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer | Associate | 21 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 16 |
| Surgical Technology/Technologist | Associate | 7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | Associate | 6 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 4 |
| Cardiovascular Technology/Technologist | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 3 |
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Sources: federal figures for Riverside College of Health Careers. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Virginia. Counts under 10 are not published.
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