Rock Valley College
Rockford, Illinois

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.

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Alumni Spotlight Check out our new Alumni Spotlight! Featured this month: John Destin (RVC Football alum)now playing for the University of Tulsa.

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?

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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.

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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.

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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!

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Geometry Options

If you place into MTH 086, 088, 090, 091, 095 or 096, you must satisfy the state geometry requirement in one of the following ways:

1) Take MTH 097 and pass it with a C or better.  It may be taken after passing MTH 095 or MTH 096 or MTH 091 & MTH 092.  It may be taken before, in the same semester as, or after MTH 099, MTH 093 or MTH 094.                    OR

2) Submit a MTH 097 Waiver Form and your high school transcript to the Records Office (2nd floor of the Student Center) showing that you completed a high school geometry course with grades of C or higher in both semesters.  MTH 097 waiver forms are also available in the Testing Center or Records.                         OR

3) Pass the RVC Geometry Competency Test to show that you have sufficient knowledge of the geometry topics taught in MTH 097.  Read on for specific ways to prepare for the test.

TIP:  Many students find the test to be more comprehensive than they expected.  You will need familiarity with proofs and formulas as well as geometry concepts.  It is strongly advised that you use one of the preparation methods listed from the link above or use the online program ALEKS described below.

Getting Ready for the Geometry Competency Test

The Testing Center link above has information about the test questions and some ways to study on your own using books and free online links.

There is another online option available that will give you a short test to see what you know and then many problems to practice to prepare for the test.  If you don’t like teaching yourself through books, this is a good interactive option.

Web site: www.aleks.com
Cost: $30 for up to 6 weeks of access or 3 hours of free access within a 48 hour window.

What is ALEKS?                Aleks logo                    
ALEKS is an online system where you will take a test that determines what you know and what you need to work on.  Problems are provided that you can practice and get feedback on.  You can work anywhere there is Internet access, including the Math Lab in CLII 129.

How do I get started? (Print out this information)

1. Visit www.aleks.com.

2. For a free trial, look for “Free Trial” at the bottom left of the page under ALEKS for Higher Education.

3. If you plan to purchase a subscription, click on the link "Sign Up Now" and enter the following Course Code:
EX49G-EXNAV
4.    Complete the Registration Process by supplying the requested information.  When you are at the point where you need to purchases an access code, choose the ALEKS Math for 6 weeks option.

5.    When your registration is complete, you will be given your ALEKS Login Name and Password.  Your Password can be changed now or at any later time, if you wish to do so.  Please keep records of your ALEKS Login Name and Password, as you will need them to access your ALEKS account.

6.    Complete the ALEKS tutorial and initial assessment.

7.    Once you have worked to increase your percentage score to 80% or higher, you’re ready to take the Geometry Competency Test.  Good luck!

If you have questions, e-mail Kathy Almy at kalmy@ednet.rockvalleycollege.edu for help.

ALEKS Customer Support Information:
Hours (EST):
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Phone: (714) 619-7090
Fax: (714) 245-7190
E-mail: highed-support@aleks.com
Website:  www.aleks.com/support