Rock Valley College (RVC)
Rockford, IL| Region: | Midwest |
|---|---|
| Setting: | Mid-size City Setting |
| Type: | Public |
| Affiliation: | Not applicable |
| Size: | Very Large (+10,000 Undergrad) |
| Website: | www.rockvalleycollege.edu |
| On-Campus Housing Available: | No |
| Parking Permit Required: | No |
| Selectivity: | Open Admissions |
| In-State Tuition: | $8,234 |
| Out-of-State Tuition: | $14,994 |
| Retention Rate: | 66% |
| Enrollment: | 15,540 |
| Year Established: | 1964 |
About RVC
Numerous learning options and programs leading to highly marketable careers are two exciting features of a Rock Valley College education.
A full-fledged community college located in Rockford, Illinois, Rock Valley offers over 100 degree and certificate programs leading to such careers as dental hygienist, nurse, surgical technologist, firefighter, human services professional and computer specialist.
Rock Valley also awards associate’s degrees in the liberal arts and sciences to prepare one for transfer to a four-year school.
Making the pathway to academic and career success as easy as possible, Rock Valley offers such alternative programs as the Afternoon College. This consists of accelerated eight-week classes held in the afternoon hours.
Some of Rock Valley’s other innovative learning methods include the “Eagle” distance education option and even an “iTunes University” which allows students to access lectures through podcasts.
Rock Valley’s extracurricular activities also serve as sources for learning as well as personal development. In addition to two student publications, Rock Valley has over 30 student organizations including a Japanese multimedia club, a music educators club, and a dental hygienists club.
Career and academic counseling and services as well as financial aid for eligible students are all available at Rock Valley.
RVC Ratings & Reviews
Overall School Rating:
Rated 4.5 of 5 Stars 4 Reviews
50% of students gave Rock Valley College 5 stars overall.
Student Ratings
Natalie Atherley Student at This School - Grad Year 2014
Overall, I think this school is the way to go. Start here and get your Gen. Eds out of the way, and then transfer to a larger university. It saves a lot of money for the same education! Get involved in clubs!! I am president of the Multicultural Club and we offer FREE food!! Not just any food, food from around the world. Student jobs are available on campus and the employers are super flexible with your schedule. I've found that my greatest experience comes from getting involved and investing time into what is happening on campus, aside from just the classes. The events help to break up the long days of studying and end up making it more enjoyable.
Allison Doering Student at This School - Grad Year 2015
I recently started at Rock Valley. So far, I love it. I'm doing online courses for now, and it's very different than what I'm used to, but my professors make it totally worth it. Not ALL credits are transferable; you just have to look into it. Their website helps make financial aid super easy to get through.
RVC Map & Location
Getting Around RVC
Walkability
Very good walkability. We recommend walking in this area.
Weather
Seasonal average temperatures for Rockford, IL
RVC Students
| Total Students | 15,540 |
|---|
Ethnic Diversity:
- Latino: 13%
- African American: 12%
- Caucasian: 67%
- American Indian or Alaska native: 1%
- Asian: 3%
- Unknown and Other: 3%
| Latino | 13% |
|---|---|
| African American | 12% |
| Caucasian | 67% |
| American Indian or Alaska native | 1% |
| Asian | 3% |
| Unknown and Other | 3% |
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