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.
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?
Get Involved Check out the full list of our Student Clubs and Organizations!
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.
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.
Getting Started Get started at RVC in just a few easy steps.
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.
EPS Our Educational Planning Sessions will give you a head start on what to expect at RVC.
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!
HIGH SCHOOL CONNECTIONS
Dual Credit/Dual Enrollment/Early Admission 815-921-4080
First contact for initiating and maintaining dual/articulated credit courses and for questions regarding college credit for high school students
Program Director, Douglas Dobbins, 815-921-4087
Transition Advisor, Linda Auman, 815-921-4086
Dual Credit Specialist, Eve Chaberski, 815-921-4088
Administrative Assistant, Jenn Dyer, 815-921-4084
Student Center, 2nd floor
3301 N. Mulford Road
Rockford, IL 61114
Academic Affairs Administration
Vice President of Academic Affairs/CAO, Dr. Diane Nyhammer, 815-921-4009
Dean, Greg Wear, 815-921-4044
Academic Divisions and Associate Deans
Allied Health & Human Services, Vince Madama, 815-921-3203
Art/Music/Humanities/Social Sciences, Dr. Michael Youngblood, 815-921-3338
Business/CIS, Ron Schulz, 815-921-3001
Engineering/Technology, Richard Gocken, 815-921-3101
Fitness, Wellness & Sport, Dr. Mark Maneval, 815-921-3801
Liberal Arts, Susan Busenbark, 815-921-2352
Nursing, Lois Lundgren, 815-921-3261
Sciences, Dr. Evan McHugh, 815-921-3471
Success Center, Susan Busenbark, 815-921-2352
Technical Programs, Ron Schulz, 815-921-3001