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The mission of our college is to educate the whole person in a learning-centered environment, recognizing our responsibilities to one another, to our community, and to the world we share. We value excellence in teaching, learning and service as we maintain sensitivity to our role in a global, multicultural community. We are committed to continuous improvement and dedicated to providing accessible, affordable, and diverse learning opportunities and environments.
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| County |
Cook County, IL |
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| Title IV Eligible |
Yes |
Yes |
| Carnegie Classification |
Associate of Arts Colleges |
Associate of Arts Colleges |
| Institution Level |
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control |
Public |
Public |
| Full-Time Undergraduate |
6,654 students |
998 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate |
9,275 students |
1,405 students |
| Total Enrollment |
15,929 students |
2,164 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid |
43% |
78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants |
33% |
47% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received |
$2,703 |
$2,810 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants |
28% |
28% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received |
$1,138 |
$1,211 |
| % Students Receiving Institutional Grants |
4% |
11% |
| Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received |
$1,330 |
$1,117 |
| % Students Receiving Loans |
7% |
37% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received |
$1,820 |
$3,048 |
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- Moraine Valley is a cornerstone of success in Chicago’s southwest suburbs. Since our founding in 1967, we’ve awarded over 37,000 associate’s degrees and career certificates, with more than a half-million individuals of all ages benefiting from Moraine Valley courses and programs. That includes traditional college-age students, adults entering second careers, children and active retirees taking personal enrichment classes, and businesses improving their bottom-line through our employee and corporate training opportunities.
- We are one of just 12 Vanguard Learning Colleges in North America, selected by the League for Innovation in the Community College. With our emphasis on teaching and learning, Moraine Valley is at the forefront of higher education, ranking in the top 8 percent of American community colleges in associate’s degrees awarded. In fact, one-third of all high school students in our district begin their college careers at Moraine Valley. We offer more than 120 degrees and certificates, including transfer programs that cover the first two years of a bachelor’s degree; as well as exceptional career training, with learning assisted on the same cutting-edge equipment used by professionals.
- Our small class size assures you’ll get personalized attention from teachers who are committed to your success. There also are support services, including academic advising, job counseling, and financial aid. We offer low tuition with flexible learning options, including day, evening, weekend, online and off-campus classes in neighborhoods throughout the district. Clearly, Moraine Valley is your affordable choice for top-quality education.
- Our extracurricular activities offer you a world of diversity representative of our student body. They include a chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, the national honors society for two-year colleges; The Glacier student newspaper; the 24 Karats Dance Team; clubs for learning and sharing about different cultural backgrounds; nationally ranked athletics teams; and so much more. Plus, at our Fine and Performing Arts Center, you can enjoy the finest in today’s dance, theater, and music, as well as professional gallery exhibits. Moraine Valley’s beautiful 294-acre campus, located in a scenic forested area, offers the advantages of a university-like setting within a welcoming campus environment.
- The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.
- Profile last updated: 00/00/0000.
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