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Rock Valley College
Rock Valley College, also known as RVC, is a two-year, community college located in Rockford, Illinois, United States. It was established in the year 1964. The campus is located in northeast Rockford and is spread across an area of over 270 acres. The college also operates satellite locations in several areas.
RVC offers associate degrees in over 50 disciplines for transfer to four-year colleges. It also offers career-oriented associate degrees, in more than 20 areas, and over 70 short-term certificates.
RVC is home to a number of student clubs and organizations Sncluding the Advanced Academic Study Club, Multicultural Club, Ska Club, and Psy/Soc Research Club. The college fields a variety of men’s and women’s sports teams. They are nicknamed the Golden Eagles.
Campus Location3301 N Mulford Rd The campus is in a medium-sized city. |
Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)
| Degree | Total Earned | Different Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate | 775 | 27 |
| < 1 year certificate | 535 | 20 |
| 1-2 year certificate | 76 | 10 |
Students
Student enrollment was 7,923 in 2007-2008 (5,560 full-time equivalent).
Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students.
Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| State Tuition and fees | $ 8,670 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 13,560 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
Financial Aid: Rock Valley College participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.
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|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Quinsigamond Community College | Worcester, MA | 6,654 |
| 2 | Bunker Hill Community College | Boston, MA | 8,806 |
| 3 | Massachusetts Bay Community College | Wellesley Hills, MA | 5,018 |
| 4 | Inver Hills Community College | Inver Grove Heights, MN | 5,736 |
| 5 | Johnson County Community College | Overland Park, KS | 18,897 |
| 6 | Scottsdale Community College | Scottsdale, AZ | 10,371 |
| 7 | Cuesta College | San Luis Obispo, CA | 10,920 |
| 8 | Daytona State College | Daytona Beach, FL | 13,675 |
| 9 | Josephs College of Beauty | Jackson, MI | 6,173 |
| 10 | Washtenaw Community College | Ann Arbor, MI | 12,068 |
Faculty
Tenure (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty | Total | |
|---|---|---|
| With tenure | 122 | |
| Without tenure; working toward tenure | 27 |
Housing and Meals
On-campus housing is not available.
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Highlights
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Rock Valley College Highlights
- Many students concentrating in science, transportation, and nursing and emergency medicine.
- Large number of students.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- High faculty salary.
Other important characteristics:
- Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates.
- Faculty tenure system.
- Library on-campus.
- Distance learning available.
- Part-time classes available.
Programs of Study
(Number of degrees in 2008-2009 in parentheses)
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
- Accounting
- Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
- Accounting and Computer Science
- Business Administration and Management
- Business/Commerce
- Selling Skills and Sales Operations
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
- Computer Programming, Specific Applications
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
- Computer and Information Systems Security
- Information Technology
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
- Construction Trades
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
- Teacher Assistant/Aide
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
- Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD
- CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician
- Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
- Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
- Industrial Technology/Technician
- Manufacturing Technology/Technician
- Quality Control Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
- Child Care Provider/Assistant
- Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
- General Studies
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
- Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
MEDIA
- Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator, General Production
- Radio and Television
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
- Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
- Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
- Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
- Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
- Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
- Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
- Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
- Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry
REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
- Construction Management
SCIENCE
- Biological and Physical Sciences
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
- Criminal Justice/Police Science
- Fire Protection and Safety Technology/Technician
- Fire Science/Fire-fighting
- Fire Services Administration
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
- Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
Selected Careers of Interest
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- Administrative Services Managers
- Advertising Managers
- Automotive Mechanics
- Bus And Truck Mechanics
- Engineering Managers
- Family And School Social Workers
- Financial Analysts
- Financial Managers
- Financial Specialists
- General Managers
- Home Health Aides
- Human Service Assistants
- Insurance Underwriters
- Licensed Practical And Licensed Vocational Nurses
- Loan Officers
- Management Analysts
- Marketing Managers
- Medical And Public Health Social Workers
- Mental Health And Substance Abuse Social Workers
- Network And Communications Analysts
- Network And Systems Administrators
- Nursing Aides And Attendants
- Probation Officers
- Registered Nurses
- Sales Managers
- Social Service Managers
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