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
» Stenstrom Center Offerings
» Faculty

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.

» Visit Campus
» Getting Started
» For Adult Students
» For HS Counselors
» For Parents
» Financial Aid
» Educational Planning Sessions
» Records & Registration

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.

» Athletics Home
» Athletics Staff
» Athletics News
» Schedules
» 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!

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

Library Catalog Search our online catalog.

Hours of Operation (Student Services)

Activities and Leadership Development Student Activities
Student Center, first floor
(815) 921-4130
Spring: M-Th 8-6 p.m., F 8-5 p.m.

Academic Advising & Transfer Advising
Student Center, second floor
(815) 921-4100
Spring: M-Th 8-6 p.m., F 8-5 p.m.

Bookstore
Student Center, lower level
(815) 921-1680
Spring: M-Th 8:30-6 p.m., F 8:30-3 p.m.

Career Services, Advising & Placement Office
Student Center, second floor
(815) 921-4091
Spring: M-Th 8-6 p.m., F 8-5 p.m.

Disability Accommodations Section 504 Coordinator
Disability Support Services
Student Center, second floor
(815) 921-2356 v/tty
Spring: M-F 8-5 p.m.

EAGLE Support Learning Management System
Educational Resource Center, 2418
(815) 921-4646
Spring: M-Th 8-6 p.m., F 8-5 p.m.
* After hours by appointment

Financial Aid & Scholarships
Student Center, second floor
(815) 921-4150
Spring: M-Th 8-6 p.m., F 8-5 p.m.

First Year Experience & High School Connections
Student Center, second floor
(815) 921-4080
Spring: M-Th 8-6 p.m., F 8-5 p.m.

 
Intercultural Student Services
Student Center, second floor
(815) 921-4116
Spring: M-Th 8-6 p.m., F 8-5 p.m.

Personal and Success Counseling
Student Center, second floor
(815) 921-4100
Spring: M-F 8-5 p.m.

Records & Registration Information
Student Center, second floor
(815) 921-4250
Spring: M-Th 8–6 p.m., F 8–5 p.m.

Recruitment & Admissions*
Student Center, first floor, info center
(815) 921-4250
Spring: M-Th 8-7 p.m; F 8-5 p.m.
*Campus visits by appointment.
rvc-admissions@rockvalleycollege.edu

Testing Center (Placement Testing)
Student Center, lower level
(815) 921-2380
rvc-testing-center@rockvalleycollege.edu
Spring: M, TH, F 8a.m.-5 p.m., T-W 8a.m.-8 p.m.
Select Saturdays 8a.m.-Noon (please call for
appt.)

Tuition Payments/Accounts Receivable
Student Center, second floor
(815) 921-4414 for questions
Spring: M-F 8a.m.-5 p.m.

Tutoring Center/Peer Tutoring
Student Center, lower level
(815) 921-2370
Spring: M-Th 9-8* p.m., F 9-2* p.m.
* Based on tutor availability