Dear Student:

On behalf of the college and Board of Trustees, it is my privilege to welcome you to Rend Lake College. No matter if you have already decided on a program of study or are still undecided, you will find that Rend Lake College offers a remarkable and supportive faculty and staff concerned with promoting your academic development and success.

Rend Lake College continues to be one of the fastest-growing community colleges in the state. However, our continued growth has not affected the quality of education we provide. To the contrary, data continues to show that Rend Lake College students consistently outperform students who start their educations at a four-year school as well as those transferring from other two-year colleges. Our small class sizes and modern equipment, as well as cutting edge technologies, make Rend Lake College a smart choice for your higher education needs. Our reasonable tuition rates, minimal fees, and cost-effective textbook rental program ensure an affordable education for all the members of our community.

Our programs and services are up-to-date and reflect continuing changes in the employment opportunities of our district. In fact, many of our students are given employment preference by area businesses. We have also received national recognition for our service to industry as well as our renowned athletic programs.

I am confident you will find your learning experiences here at Rend Lake College enjoyable and rewarding. I challenge you to take full advantage of the many opportunities here at Rend Lake College, and above all else, enjoy the wonderful learning atmosphere we provide.

Again, welcome to Rend Lake College, where your success is our success.

Sincerely,

Charley D. Holstein
President