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.
EAGLE Get more out of your classes with RVC's new EAGLE Learning Management System.
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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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.
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!
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?
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.
Empowering students to become independent learners and achieve academic success.
Rock Valley College's Tutoring Center provides support for the academic development and enrichment of students through free tutoring services provided by peer tutors.
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Tutoring Center Main Line: (815) 921-2370
Fall/Spring
Monday through Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.*
Friday 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Summer
Monday through Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.*
Friday 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
*Subject to change based on tutor availability
