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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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.
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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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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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The Adult Education program offers, at no cost, GED instruction in both English and Spanish languages. Basic skill instruction is also offered in Reading, Writing and Math at no cost. The GED credential - whether called a diploma or certificate - is the most widely accepted and respected high school equivalency credential.
Participants must:
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This online course is for students who want to prepare for the GED Exam using instruction through the Internet. Students must be self disciplined, have competent computer skills, access to the Internet and an e-mail address. Students are required to first pre-register and then attend one 3-hour enrollment session with the instructor. Students must read at a 9th grade or higher level to enroll in this class. Classes will begin again in the Fall.
GED for College is an 8-week intensive course for motivated students who plan on taking college level courses. This is a structured course in which students must keep pace with the lessons scheduled by their instructor. In addition to completing their GED, students will learn critical thinking, writing and study skills necessary for college success.
The GED to Careers Program is for 17-21 year old individuals. This WIA Out-of-School Youth grant funded program will help you to join the workforce by completing your GED, exploring careers, taking career training courses at Rock Valley College, and obtaining jobs. Classes are held at the Stenstrom Center. Students must meet income and skill level eligibility requirements in order to be considered for enrollment into this program.
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GED testing in this area is available through the Regional Office of Education in Loves Park. Eligible persons may test without taking classes. Visit the following web page for more information. http://www.4roe.org/GEDinfo.htm
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Rock Valley College provides, on a flexible and individualized basis, reasonable accommodations to students who have disabilities that may affect their ability to participate in class activities or meet class requirements. Students with disabilities are encouraged to contact the Adult Education office, 815-921-2001, to discuss their needs for accommodations. Approximately 44% ($499,302) of total grant dollars to the Adult Education Program are provided through Federal funding.