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Concert to Feature Pianist Marko Stuparevic Read more

Concert to Feature Pianist Marko Stuparevic

Raritan Valley Community College’s Arts & Design department will present a performance by the Serbian-American pianist Marko Stuparevic, Sunday, February 12, at 2 p.m.  

News 12: RVCC Cosmetology Read more

News 12: RVCC Cosmetology

Watch News 12’s January 14 segment highlighting RVCC Cosmetology students, winners of the “Trade Secrets of a Hair Color Expert Theory Contest.”  

RVCC Receives $100,000 Grant from Provident Bank Foundation Read more

RVCC Receives $100,000 Grant from Provident Bank Foundation

Raritan Valley Community College is the recipient of a $100,000 Signature Grant from The Provident Bank Foundation for 2022.  

Cosmetology Students Win National Hair Color Competition Read more

Cosmetology Students Win National Hair Color Competition

Students in Raritan Valley Community College’s Cosmetology program have won the “Trade Secrets of a Hair Color Expert Theory Contest.”  

Theatre Launches Series with Show About Underground Railroad Read more

Theatre Launches Series with Show About Underground Railroad

The Theatre at Raritan Valley Community College in Branchburg will launch its School-Time Series of productions for young people with a performance of Finding North, Friday, February 3, at 10 a.m.

Singers from Community Sought for RVCC Chorale Read more

Singers from Community Sought for RVCC Chorale

Members of the community are invited to join the Raritan Valley Community College Chorale this winter and spring. The group will rehearse on Monday evenings, from 7-10 p.m., beginning January 23.

Become a Medical Lab Tech Through Our Partnership with Labcorp! Read more

Become a Medical Lab Tech Through Our Partnership with Labcorp!

Raritan Valley Community College is proud to partner with Labcorp for its new Medical Laboratory Technology program. The program combines academic requirements at RVCC with clinical rotations at Labcorp’s regional lab in Raritan, NJ. 

RVCC Ranked Top Community College in NJ by Intelligent.com Read more

RVCC Ranked Top Community College in NJ by Intelligent.com

Raritan Valley Community College has been named the #1 Community College in New Jersey in 2023 and the “Intelligent Pick” by Intelligent.com. Raritan Valley Community College has been named the #1 Community College in New Jersey in 2023 and the “Intelligent Pick” by Intelligent.com. RVCC earned its Intelligent Pick ranking with a score of 97.92. Intelligent.com implemented a unique methodology that ranks each institution on a scale from 0 to 100 across six categories. The scoring system compares each school to tuition costs, admission, retention and graduation rates, faculty, reputation, and the student resources provided for online students. Studies show that obtaining a degree increases income substantially, with graduates earning 84% more than those with only high school diplomas or those without a completed GED. Last year, an economic impact study commissioned by RVCC found that the average student who receives an Associate Degree from RVCC will see an increase in earnings of $11,200 each year, compared to someone with only a high school diploma working in New Jersey. For information about the Intelligent.com rankings, visit https://www.intelligent.com/best-community-colleges/new-jersey/#raritan_valley_community_college. About Intelligent.com Intelligent.com provides unbiased research to help students make informed decisions about higher education programs. The website offers curated guides that include the best degree programs as well as information about financial aid, internships, and even study strategies. With comprehensive, user-friendly guides and hundreds of program rankings, Intelligent.com is a trusted source among students and prospective students. To learn more, please visit https://www.intelligent.com/. About RVCC Ranked by both Intelligent.com and WalletHub.com as the #1 community college in New Jersey, Raritan Valley Community College has been serving as an academic and cultural center for Somerset and Hunterdon County residents for over 50 years. The College has been nationally recognized for its service to the community, environmental stewardship, and commitment to diversity. It is home to  a Planetarium, Science Education Institute and 3M Observatory; a Theatre offering professional performances for all ages; and an Honors College for high achieving students. The College offers more than 90 associate degrees and certificates, as well as career training and professional development courses. RVCC is located at 118 Lamington Road in Branchburg, NJ. For further information, visit demo.edesign.bg/rvcc_2025/master/. ### January 4, 2023 Media contact: Donna Stolzer, 908-526-1200, ext. 8383  

Theatre at RVCC to Present Series for Children, Young Teens Read more

Theatre at RVCC to Present Series for Children, Young Teens

As part of its mission to provide affordable entertainment and educational programming for the community, The Theatre at Raritan Valley Community College will present a three-show series of productions designed specifically for young people.

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