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.

Important Dates

Summer I Registration and Payment Information

Open registration period
 March 1-May 12
Payment Due Date
 May 12 at 6:00 p.m.
No registration for Summer I
 May 13 & 14 (drop for non-payment)
Registration reopens
 May 14 at 1:30 p.m.
Registration ends
 May 17 at 6:00 p.m.
Late registration with Instructor Permission
 May 18 at 6:00 p.m.
Final Payment Due Date
 May 19 at 6:00 p.m.
Last Day for Tuition Refund
 May 19 at 6:00 p.m.
Last Day to Withdraw
 May 27 at 6:00 p.m.



Summer II Registration and Payment Information

Open registration period
 March 1-June 2
Payment Due Date
 		June 2 at 6:00 p.m.
No registration for Summer II
 June 3 & 4 (drop for non-payment)
Registration reopens
 June 4 at 1:30 p.m.
Registration ends
 June 8 at 6:00 p.m.
Late registration with Instructor Permission
 June 9 at 6:00 p.m.
Final Payment Due Date
 		June 9 at 6:00 p.m.
Last Day for Tuition Refund
 June 14 at 6:00 p.m.
Last Day to Withdraw
 July 14 at 6:00 p.m.

 

Summer III Registration and Payment Information

Open registration period
 March 1-June 30
Payment Due Date
 		June 30 at 6:00 p.m.
No registration for Summer III
 July 1 & 2 (drop for non-payment)
Registration reopens
 July 2 at 1:30 p.m.
Registration ends
 July 7 at 6:00 p.m.
Late registration with Instructor Permission
 July 8 at 6:00 p.m.
Final Payment Due Date
 		July 8 at 6:00 p.m.
Last Day for Tuition Refund
 July 12 at 6:00 p.m.
Last Day to Withdraw
 July 22 at 6:00 p.m.

 

Priority Registration Information for Fall 2010

Current RVC students registering for the Fall 2010 semester are assigned a priority registration date based on the number of semester hours earned. This method will be in place for the Fall and Spring semesters only. Registration opens at 12:01 a.m. on the registration day for which you are eligible. The following registration schedule will apply. 

Priority Date
 		Hours Earned
April 5 (Mon.)
 48/more
April 6 (Tues.)
 24/more
April 7 (Wed.)
 12/more
April 8 (Thurs.)
 1/more
April 9 (Fri.)
 0 hours/enrolled current semester
April 12-Aug 20 Open registration for all current and new students.
See Fall Registration Information above for other important dates.

Fall 2010 Registration and Payment Information

Priority registration period
 April 5 - 9
Open registration period
 		April 12 - August 18
Payment Due Date
 		July 21 at 6:00 p.m.
No registration for Fall
 July 22 & 23 (Drop for non-payment)
Registration reopens
 July 23 at 1:30 p.m.
Payment Due Date
 		August 18 at 6:00 p.m.
No registration for Fall
 August 19 & 20 (Drop for non-payment)
Registration reopens
 August 20 at 5:30 p.m.
Registration ends
 August 25 at 6:00 p.m.
Final Payment Due Date
 		August 25 at 6:00 p.m.
Late registration with Instructor Permission
 August 26 - 31
Last Day for Tuition Refund
 September 3 at 5:00 p.m.

Last Day to Withdraw

(Must be done in person in the Records Office)

 November 12 at 5:00 p.m.

Please contact the RVC at 815-921-4250 with any questions.

Spring 2010 Registration and Payment Information

Priority registration period
 November 2-6
Open registration period
 November 9-January 13
Payment Due Date
 December 10 at 6:00 p.m.
No registration for Spring December 11-14 (drop for non-payment)
Registration reopens
 December 14 at 7pm
Payment Due Date
 January 6 at 6:00 p.m.
No registration for Spring
 January 7 & 8 (Drop for non-payment)
Registration reopens
 January 8 at 5:30 p.m.
Registration ends
 January 13 at 6:00 p.m.
Final Payment Due Date
 January 13 at 6:00 p.m.
Late registration with Instructor Permission
 January 14-22

Last Day for Tuition Refund 

 January 25 6:00 p.m.

Last Day to Withdraw (Must be done in person in the Records Office)

 April 9 at 5:00 p.m.