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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. |

| Degree | Total Earned | Different Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate | 775 | 27 |
| < 1 year certificate | 535 | 20 |
| 1-2 year certificate | 76 | 10 |

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.

| 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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| School | Location | Enrollment | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |

Tenure (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty | Total | |
|---|---|---|
| With tenure | 122 | |
| Without tenure; working toward tenure | 27 |

On-campus housing is not available.
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Rock Valley College Highlights
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(Number of degrees in 2008-2009 in parentheses)
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
LIBERAL ARTS
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
MEDIA
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
SCIENCE
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
THERAPY AND COUNSELING

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