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Spring Flex Start 2 Registration
Looking for flexible and affordable class options? Enrollment is open for 7-week Flex Start 2 classes starting March 28.
AFFORDABLE
An associate degree at RCC will only cost you half the amount of tuition at four-year institutions. Low tuition cost paired with financial aid and scholarship opportunities mean you can pursue your goals without accruing large amounts of student debt.
QUALITY EDUCATION
Our dedicated faculty and staff are here to ensure your academic success and to adapt to create learning environments that allow you to continue your education. With technology-assisted learning, there is a wide variety of student resources to give you the individual attention that you need, including online tutoring and one-on-one academic advising.
CONNECTION CENTER
Everyday life can impact what happens in the classroom, so our resources extend beyond the campus. The Connection Center is a bridge between you and community services, including food pantries, housing, childcare, mental health resources, employment opportunities, and much more!
FLEXIBLE
RCC is committed to providing the flexibility you need to balance your education with work, family and other responsibilities. Childcare programs, night and weekend classes, laptop lending programs and online courses are a few ways that RCC can help you succeed.
Contact
Admissions
Technology Center
Room 8120
Phone: 845-574-4224
Fax: 845-574-4433
24/7 Student Hotline: 844-505-8071
[email protected]
Learn More & Visit Us
RCC hosts open houses, information sessions and campus tours throughout the year for prospective students to explore different programs, speak with faculty and staff, and hear from current students. Check out our upcoming schedule and fill out our Request for Information form to join our contact list.
BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
School of Business & Professional Studies
Learn the skills required for a career in the fields of Business, Criminal Justice, Culinary Arts, and Paralegal Studies.
ARTS & HUMANITIES
NURSING, HEALTH
AND WELLNESS
School of Nursing, Health and Wellness
Improve the life and wellness of patients, and have an opportunity to make a positive impact on someone’s life daily.
SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY,
ENGINEERING, AND MATH
School of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math
From data management to engineering, you’ll get the information and skills you need to join the innovative workforce of today.
EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
School of Education and Social Sciences
Move from sitting in a classroom to a rewarding career leading the next generation of learners.

Rockland Community College, State University of New York, offers a safe, supportive learning environment for thousands of students from diverse backgrounds. RCC has become the “first choice” for parents and students. Thanks to our affordable tuition, students can save $100,000 on a college education by starting at RCC and transferring to outstanding four-year colleges.
The College is located just 60 minutes from NYC with four campuses throughout Rockland County.
Summer and Fall 2022
The admissions application for Summer and Fall 2022 is open.
Voices of RCC
"My involvement with RCC helped me discover and improve my public speaking abilities. This has led me to once-in-a-lifetime experiences as I developed the skills that will be critical in my future career."
Voices of RCC
"I always knew that I was interested in education but my time at RCC has helped solidify my passion for teaching. My professors supported me every step of the way, so I knew I could accomplish my goals."
Voices of RCC
"The Human Performance Studies program prepared me well to earn a degree from Stony Brook University and to enter the exciting field of athletic training."
School of Nursing, Health and Wellness
Voices of RCC
"RCC’s diverse social environment and generous intellectual space helped me hone my academic interests and propel myself into the next phase of my academic career, equipped with tools and skills that will serve me in school and out."
Voices of RCC
"I developed my self-confidence and skills at RCC and was able to help other students do the same. The education I received in and out of the classroom set me up for success after graduation."