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.

Ability To Benefit

Who is eligible?

Ability to Benefit (ATB) applies to students who:

  • Are interested in enrolling in college (post secondary education) AND
  • Have not earned a high school diploma or GED AND
  • Are applying for financial aid


It is a federal requirement that these students take the ACCUPLACER placement test and meet or exceed the required passing scores or complete six hours of college credit or equivalent coursework*. This indicates that the student has sufficient “ability to benefit” (ATB) from college (post secondary education), and it is a necessary step before financial aid funds can be disbursed to a student.


Please note: Students are encouraged to submit their Financial Aid Application (FAFSA) as soon as possible. Students do not need to wait until after they have completed testing.

 

*As of Fall 2008 – If the student has satisfactorily completed six credit hours or the equivalent coursework applicable toward a degree or certificate offered by Rock Valley College – they may be eligible for Financial aid without taking the ATB Placement Test. See Financial Aid Office for details.

ATB does not apply to those students who currently attend high school or who participate in high school curriculum through the home school system.

 

ATB-eligible students must take three tests: ACCUPLACER Reading Comprehension, Sentence Skills, and Arithmetic in a single testing experience and meet or exceed the required passing scores (listed below).


ACCUPLACER Tests and Approved Scores:

Reading Comprehension: 55

Sentence Skills: 60

Arithmetic: 34

Students who do not meet or exceed all three (3) passing scores may take one (1) re-test within 30 days of their first test. Students are encouraged to use the waiting period for study and review. If, on the second attempt, the student does not meet or exceed all three (3) passing scores, the student must wait a period of three months from the date of their first test before taking the complete set of three (3) subjects again.

For test review information, visit the Testing Center.

ATB test results can be used for placement into Rock Valley College classes. Rock Valley College allows each student the chance to re-test one time in each subject. Any ATB test given after the second attempt will be used for Financial Aid requirements only.

More information about Financial Aid.

More information about taking ACCUPLACER Placement Test and testing hours.