Rock Valley College
Rockford, Illinois

Student Life

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Have fun. Try stuff. RVC gives you opportunities to get involved. There are lots of student activities to choose from. We offer more than 20 clubs and organizations. Try your hands at student government. Join the staff of our campus newspaper. What's it going to be?

» Campus Activities Board
» Clubs and Organizations
» Student Government
» Get Involved

Get Involved Check out the full list of our Student Clubs and Organizations!

Academics

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Whether your plan is to take classes and transfer to a four-year university or enter one of our career programs designed to get you into the workforce right away, Rock Valley College has what you are looking for. Select from one of our more than 60 transfer areas or more than 20 career programs.

» Degree Programs
» Course Descriptions
» Faculty
» Course Schedules
» Course Catalog
» Study Abroad

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Admission

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At Rock Valley College, you're not just a number. Our highly respected faculty have master's degrees, doctorates and real-world experience. You won't be competing for attention in a huge lecture hall. Our average class size is 21, so you'll get a chance to interact, challenge and be challenged by your instructors.

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Getting Started Get started at RVC in just a few easy steps.

Student Services

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Whether you are new to the college or know your way around, we have a variety of services designed to help you succeed. We're here for you every step of the way.

» Financial Aid
» Disability Support Services
» Career Services
» Advising/Counseling
» Tutoring Lab

EPS Our Educational Planning Sessions will give you a head start on what to expect at RVC. 

Library

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The Estelle M. Black Library at Rock Valley College features nearly 75,000 volumes and more than 650 periodicals, and access to the interlibrary loan system. It also features spaces for individual and group study, and if you get thirsty, there's a coffee shop in the lobby!

» Library Home Page
» Library Catalog
» Library Databases
» Library FAQs
» Research Guides

Library Catalog Search our online catalog.

Athletics

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RVC competes in NJCAA Division III in football, men's and women's basketball, women's volleyball, golf, baseball, softball, and men's and women's tennis. Not to brag, but we're pretty good at it. Our teams have won seven national championships and we have had more than 100 All-Americans.

» Athletics Home
» Athletics Staff
» Athletics News
» Schedules
» Women's Basketball
» Men's Basketball
» Booster Club

Basketball The first home games of the 2009-2010 basketball season start Thursday, November 12!

Fitness, Wellness and Sport

Whether you are intent on a career in a fitness or sports-related field, or just want to take courses to improve your abilities, fitness, wellness, and sport may be for you.  

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Associate in Science Transfer Degree

About the programs

These academic options are intended to provide the first two years of a four year baccalaureate program in sport and recreation management, physical education (teaching), athletic training, health education/promotion, and exercise science. Majors in the career paths in Fitness, Wellness, and Sport along with related career paths study anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, nutrition, methods of teaching and coaching, motor learning, sports psychology, and sport sociology.

Work and Employment

Students that choose career paths within the Division of Fitness, Wellness, and Sport along with other related career paths will have the opportunity for employment in elementary or secondary school districts, hospitals, community-based health promotion, sport and fitness organizations, professional sport teams, and university-based sport and fitness programs.

Important Information

The suggested courses are guidelines only. Students should contact the Academic Chair of the Division of Fitness, Wellness, and Sport for further details about RVC classes. Students should also check with the college or university they plan to transfer to for specific requirements in these programs.


Suggested Program

General Education Core Requirements: 43 Credits

(See IAI Requirements for General Education)