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.
School Highlights
Moraine Valley Community College serves 10,578 students
The college's student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 47%.
The student population of Moraine Valley Community College has declined by 27% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 has decreased from 16:1 over five years.
The Moraine Valley Community College diversity score of 0.69 is more than the state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
10,578 students
2,581 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
n/a
898 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
1,683 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
115 students
40 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
944 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
22 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
7,894 students
1,683 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
132 students
% Asian
3%
5%
% Hispanic
25%
24%
% Black
10%
12%
% White
47%
53%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
10%
2%
Diversity Score
0.69
0.64
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
29%
36%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.54%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,100
$31,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $134 is less than the state average of $8,163. The in-state tuition has declined by 98% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $324 is less than the state average of $10,824. The out-state tuition has declined by 96% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$134
$8,163
Out-State Tuition Fees
$324
$10,824
Tuition Notes
Cost per credit hour for in-district and out-of-district.
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
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.
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