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
» Certificate Programs
» Course Descriptions
» Course Schedules
» College Catalog
» Learning and Opportunity Center
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Course Listing Check out a comprehensive list of courses offered at RVC...

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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Get Started! Find out how to get started at RVC! We make it easy for you to pursue your goals...

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
» Get Engaged
» Goose Groups
» Student Government
» Social Media
» Hispanic HS Leadership Conference

Get Engaged! Join a club, attend events, become a student leader. What's your passion?

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
» Academic and Transfer Advising
» First Year Experience
» Judicial Affairs
» Writing Center
» Tutoring Center

How can we help? Our focus is on student success. We're here to ensure you reach your goals.

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.

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» Booster Club
» Fitness, Wellness & Sport

Camps RVC volleyball is hosting three camps this summer. Register now!

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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» Library Catalog (Classic)
» Library Catalog (Tomcat)
» Library Databases
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» Research Guides
» Library Distance Learning Service

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Academic Calendar


SUMMER 2013- SESSION II                                                                           
June 10 (Monday)*  Classes begin for first 4-week and 8-week of Session II  
July 3 (Wednesday)  Final Exam Day for first 4-week classes of Session II 
July 3 (Wednesday)  No Classes for 8-week classes/College Open 
July 4 (Thursday)   No Classes/College Closed 
July 5 (Friday)
 No Classes/College Open
July 30 (Tuesday)
 End of Classes
July 31, August 1 (Wednesday, Thursday)
 Final Exams for Session II
August 5 (Monday)
 Grades due before 12 noon  

SUMMER 2013- SESSION III                                                    
 		 
July 8 (Monday)*  Classes Begin for second 4-week-Session III 
July 30 (Tuesday)  End of Classes 
July 31, August 1 (Wednesday, Thursday)  Final Exams for Session III 
August 5 (Monday)  Grades due before 12 noon 


FALL SEMESTER 2013
 		 
August 17 (Saturday)*  Weekend Classes Begin 
August 19 (Monday)*  Weekday Classes Begin 
August 31, September 1, 2 (Saturday, Sunday, Monday)  No Weekend Classes/College Closed 
September 3 (Tuesday)  Faculty/Staff Development Day/No Classes 
November 27 (Wednesday)
 Fall Recess/No Classes/College Open
November 28, 29, 30, Dec. 1 (Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
 No Classes/College Closed
December 6 (Friday)
 End of Weekday Classes
December 7 (Saturday)
 End of Weekend Classes
December 9-13 (Monday-Friday)
 Final Exams for Weekday Classes
December 14 (Saturday)
 Final Exams for Weekend Classes
December 16 (Monday)
 Grades due before 12 noon
December 23 – January 1
 No Classes/College Closed


SPRING SEMESTER 2014                                                 
 		 
January 2 (Thursday)  Offices Open 
January 10 (Friday)  Faculty Development Day/College Open 
January 11 (Saturday)*  Weekend Classes Begin 
January 13 (Monday)*  Weekday Classes Begin 
January 20 (Monday)
 No Classes/College Closed
March 9 - 16 (Sunday-Sunday)
 Spring Recess - No Weekday/Weekend Classes
March 17 / 22 (Monday / Saturday)
 Weekday / Weekend Classes Resume
April 17 (Thursday)
 Faculty/Staff Development Day/No Classes
April 18, 19, 20 (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
 No Classes/College Closed
May 3 (Saturday)
 End of Weekend Classes
May 9 (Friday)
 End of Weekday Classes
May 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 (Sat, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur, Fri)
 Final Exams for Weekend & Weekday Classes
May 16 (Friday at 6 pm)
 Commencement
May 19 (Monday)
 Grades due before 12 noon

*Most 16-week classes begin this week.  Check class schedule for specific dates. Deadlines vary for courses less than 16-weeks in length.  Contact Records and Registration for specific dates.