Rend Lake College Reviews
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Adrea from Mulkeytown, IL
10/30/2009Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
2 out of 2 people found this review useful. 1 of 10
Categories Comments Great for these types of students Great for students who want a cheaper option that is close to home.
Bang for the buck This is a good option if you want to get a Bacholer's Degree, but can not afford to go all four years at a university.
Will enjoy being here I will enjoy being here, because it is close to home. It also has small class sizes to make learning easier.
Will learn a lot I will be able to complete my Associate's as a Vaterinary Technician, and be certified in two years.
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Anonymous
02/18/2010Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.
2 of 10
Categories Comments Great for these types of students It's very great for these types of students because, there are many people who are there to help you in any way they can.
Tips for prospective students This is a very good school it will help you learn allot because, there are many people who are there to help you.
Will enjoy being here I will enjoy being here because, it's close to home and I have family that attend this school. I also feel I can learn more from this school.
Will learn a lot I think I will learn allot from this college because, I know allot of students that attend here. Also because I have heard allot of good things about this school.
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Tiffanie from Bonnie, IL
09/25/2011Reviewer is A current student here.
3 of 10
Categories Comments Bang for the buck I feel like I am learning a lot while going here. I am going here for two years, then transferring to a four year university to save money. I feel like the classes are the same as the university classes, only smaller, and they cost less money.
Am enjoying being here It is a small town school, with great teachers and staff. The people there plan great events for the students to get out and get to know one another.
Am learning a lot I really like this school because the classes are small, so the students are able to get the help in class that they need.
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Angela from Opdyke, IL
03/28/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
4 of 10
Categories Comments Campus Safety Very safe the cops here are very friendly and keep an eye out. I have two night class and I know when I'm going home I will be OK they are out and about. I also work on campus and if I need something all I have to do is call them and they are right there.
Food and Dining Uncle Joe food is the best here in INA.
Dorm Life I live in a town close by I don't live in the dorms.
Tips for prospective students Take Mr. Meek he is the best
In three sentences I love the college the teachers are great. I have done very good here. With I could get my bachelors here.
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April from Opdyke, IL
05/01/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
5 of 10
Categories Comments Campus Safety I have never had any problems there are security guards on campus at all times.
Clubs and Activities They do have all kinds of clubs I did not get involved I do know they have thespiens club and PTK
What to do for fun In the south oasis is a pool hall and t.v.s
Food and Dining They have a Subway and a big dining area.
Dorm Life I lived close enough so I drove back and forth.
Academic Rigor They have all kinds of places to study.
Tips for prospective students Do your Homework and study hard. It is a great school and I am thankful I got to expeirence it .
In three sentences Rend lake has been an excellent exprience for me. I would reccomend others to go here. They have some great teachers.
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Melissa from Woodlawn, IL
05/22/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
6 of 10
Categories Comments Campus Safety There is a campus office present almost everywhere you turn.
Clubs and Activities There are too many to name. Just about anything you can think of.
Great for these types of students *Middle-class *Unconventional *Young Mothers *High School Graduates *EVERYONE!
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus They have an RLC Fun fest every year which is like an on campus carnival. Also nearby they have the polar plunge where participants plunge into the icy lake in the middle of winter, raising money for the Special Olympics and programs alike.
Bang for the buck Rend Lake is a VERY affordable college. I have know many of my friends who went off to expensive four year colleges only to have them return not even a year later to attend Rend Lake. The staff and programs available are an amazing deal for the education you get out of it.
What to do for fun Rend Lake has many sports available to students. They provide a recreational center including a pool and a basketball court. The location is near the actual rend lake where boating, swimming, fishing, water sports and other recreations can be enjoyed nearby.
Food and Dining There is an on-campus Subway Restaurant and at times a local barbecue restaurant has a cart available, but if not they are less than one mile away as is a McDonald's
Dorm Life There are around 10 on-campus apartments available to students, although being a community college most live at home or on their own.
Academic Rigor In my experience with Rend Lake's nursing program they expect ALOT out of their students. You will find no leniency is given. You work hard...you do well. They had a 98% board pass rate and the last two years it has been 100%
Tips for prospective students Talk To a counselor as soon as possible. Get your finincial aid in order before signing up for classes (get your fasfa filled out!) Be realistic about what kind of goals you want to reach, and the amount of work you are willing to put into reaching them.
In three sentences Rend Lake College is a small intimate almost one on one experience in every class that I have had. Teachers are passionate and most every department is more than willing to get you where you need to go. Academic Advisors are VERY helpful in planning for your choice career.
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Anonymous
06/15/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
7 of 10
Categories Comments Food and Dining Not too many options, but it has great areas to relax and study.
Dorm Life I've heard the apartments are accommodating, but personally I do not know.
Academic Rigor Pretty challenging but very helpful!
Tips for prospective students Know what major you want or area you want to strive towards.
In three sentences Rend Lake has a small campus but great opportunities! It has a tightly knit campus community with faculty and staff that will help you in any way they can. The classes are very helpful to guide you on your walk in life.
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Fernandoj from Mount Vernon, IL
09/19/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
8 of 10
Categories Comments Campus Safety Not much happens here, yet security seems a bit unprepared for if anything happens.
Clubs and Activities There is a LGBT club, theater club, book club, honor societies, and several other clubs related to certain education programs.
Great for these types of students Those who want the small town feeling.
Bang for the buck It will save you thousands of dollars in tuition.
What to do for fun In the fall, we have FunFest, where students can take part in fun and games and get free food.
Food and Dining There is a Subway on campus and a McDonald's a few miles away. Students can also drive 10 minutes away for other places.
Dorm Life Dorms are only for athletes, as it is a community college.
Academic Rigor Classes are challenging, yet understandable if you take participation.
Tips for prospective students Start out here. Take your time and take a few classes per semester, as if you overload, this can toll you emotionally and mentally.
In three sentences On a scale from 1 to 10, I give it a 7. Almost any program that you want or need to take is available here. The majority of the instructors or counselors will do their best to help you.
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Mariah from Wayne City, IL
10/02/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
9 of 10
Categories Comments Clubs and Activities There's an okay amount of active clubs.
Great for these types of students It's good for students just wanting to get generals out of the way and then go to a university.
Bang for the buck It's not a bad price considering it's a community college.
What to do for fun This is a college out in the middle of a corn field, literally. There isn't a whole lot to do but meet new people and become friends.
Food and Dining All we have is a McDonalds and a Subway. You can of course drive about fifteen minutes and have a good choice, but that's only if you get a longer break.
Dorm Life I'm not even for sure if they have dorms, if so it's very limited and not a lot of people stay there.
Tips for prospective students Don't be afraid to ask the professors questions! They are willing to help you there.
In three sentences The professors here are nice and willing to work with you if you need extra help. Everyone seems to be friendly. The downside is it's a really small community college, so if that's not your thing then it probably isn't for you.
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Jordan from Jonesboro, IL
02/02/2013Reviewer is A current student here.
10 of 10
Categories Comments What to do for fun Hunt/fish/play pool/ and golf.
Food and Dining Food is good.
Academic Rigor This past semester at Rend lake I received a 4.0 and got on the President's List. 1st time ever.
Tips for prospective students Do your homework-apply for scholarships-apply for financial aid early-and have fun .
In three sentences They have helped me get on the right track of my career by my innitial classes. My instructors help me on a 1 to 1. Rend Lake has offered me a jump start on a career.
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