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Rock Valley College

Rockford, IL·Public·www.rockvalleycollege.edu/
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Campus Identity

Very Safe

Rock Valley College is a public community college in Rockford, IL. Ski resorts are within 44 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 90/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Rock Valley College is a public community college in Rockford, IL. Ski resorts are within 44 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 90/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$3,600
In-State Tuition
+$524 fees
$17,040
Out-of-State Tuition
+$524 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

5,000–9,999

Urban setting

Ski Access

37 miles

Grand Geneva Resort

Weather

Cold Climate

42°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

37 mi away
30 skiable acres6 lifts
41 mi away
90 skiable acres13 lifts
44 mi away
135 skiable acres11 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Rockford, IL

22°Jan26°Feb37°Mar49°Apr60°May70°Jun74°Jul72°Aug64°Sep52°Oct39°Nov27°Dec

Station: ROCKFORD GREATER ROCKFORD Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

90/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety948292
94/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
82/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
92/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$3,600$17,040
Fees
$524$524
Total
$4,124$17,564
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

54 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
509 grads/yr$44,072
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
231 grads/yr$48,005
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/TechniciansCertificate
150 grads/yr$75,578
Biological and Physical SciencesAssociate's
145 grads/yr$47,679
Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
60 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Associate's23 grads$83,428
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's19 grads$83,373
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Associate's11 grads$76,660
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Certificate150 grads$75,578
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate231 grads$48,005
Biological and Physical Sciences
Associate's145 grads$47,679
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's509 grads$44,072
Precision Metal Working
Certificate60 grads
Engineering, General
Associate's26 grads
Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering
Certificate22 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Rock Valley College located?

Rock Valley College is located in Rockford, IL. The main campus address is 3301 N Mulford Rd, Rockford, IL. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Rock Valley College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Rock Valley College charges $3,600/year for in-state students and $17,040/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $17,564/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Rock Valley College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Rock Valley College the right fit for me?

Whether Rock Valley College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($17,040/year out-of-state), campus culture in Rockford, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Rock Valley College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Rock Valley College directly for the most current information.

Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Rockford, IL
Size
5,000–9,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Cold · 42°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
90/100
Nearest Airport
Chicago/Rockford, IL (RFD) · 9 mialso DPA (47 mi), PWK (57 mi)

Location

Rockford, IL

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.