Rock Valley College
Rockford, Illinois

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 30 career programs.

» Degree Programs
» Course Descriptions
» Faculty
» Course Schedules
» Course Catalog
» Study Abroad
» EAGLE - Learning Management System
» Stenstrom Center Offerings

EAGLE Get more out of your classes with RVC's new EAGLE Learning Management System.

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.

» Registration
» Priority Registration
» Advising and Counseling
» Visit Campus
» Adult Students

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 Center
» Judicial Affairs

EPS New students must attend an Educational Planning Session before registering for classes. Find out how.

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 Distance Learning Service

Library Catalog Search our online catalog.

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
» Student Life Events
» RVC on Facebook and Twitter

Welcome Week See what events Student Life has planned for Fall Welcome Week as well as other exciting events planned for Fall semester!

Athletics

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RVC competes in NJCAA Division III in 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
» Golf
» Volleyball
» Women's Tennis
» Fitness, Wellness, and Sport

Female Athletes Women's Tennis is seeking players. Call 921-3801 if interested. Women's Basketball will host open gyms 8/30-9/3, 2-4pm.

MyMathLab Temp Access

Is your financial aid not in yet?  Is the bookstore out of books? 

Ask your instructor for a grace period access code that will allow you to use MyMathLab free for 21 days.

 

Below are instructions for registering with a grace period access code. Be sure to read the part that tells you what you must do to be able to use your account after the 21-day grace period.

 

To get access to MyMathLab for a grace period:

1. Go to www.coursecompass.com.

2. Click Register under 'Students' on the CourseCompass home page.

3. Click Next on the Before You Start page.

4. Follow the instructions to register and enroll. You will be asked to:

·        Enter your course ID and click Find Course.

·        Verify the course information and click Access Code.

·        Type the grace period access code from your instructor in the space provided. 

·        Click Next and follow the instructions to complete the registration

5. Review the Confirmation & Summary page and print the page for your records.

    Click Log In Now to enter your course.

 

To upgrade to full MyMathLab course access:

BEFORE THE GRACE PERIOD EXPIRES, YOU MUST UPGRADE YOUR SUBSCRIPTION TO CONTINUE ACCESSING YOUR COURSE. To do this, go to the Grace Period Subscription Upgrade page. You can upgrade your subscription either by paying with a credit card or PayPal account, or by entering the MyMathLab access code from the access kit you purchased at the bookstore.

1. Go to the Subscription Upgrade page: http://www.mymathlab.com/grace-period-payment-page

2. Choose your upgrade method (using access code purchased in the bookstore or paying by credit card or PayPal).

3. Follow the registration instructions.

Note: On the Access Information screen, be sure to select "Yes" under "Do you have a Pearson Education account?" and type in your MyMathLab login name and password.

 

What happens if I don't upgrade before the end of the 21-day grace period?

If you do not upgrade your subscription within the 21-day grace period, your subscription will expire and you will not have access to your MyMathLab course. You may also lose access to other CourseCompass courses you are taking.

If you do not want to continue with your MyMathLab course, contact Customer Technical Support at http://247pearsoned.custhelp.com and ask to be removed from the course so you don't lose access to your other CourseCompass courses.