Rock Valley College is an educational leader in providing quality, accessible, lifelong learning opportunities, cultural enrichment, and support for economic and technological development.
School Highlights
Rock Valley College serves 6,092 students (45% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 52%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
Enrollment: 6,092 students
In-state tuition: $7,934
Out-state tuition: $14,774
Student:teacher ratio: 13:1
Minority enrollment: 41%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 473 teachers has grown by 49% over five years.
Rock Valley College
(IL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
The student population of Rock Valley College has declined by 21% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 has decreased from 30:1 over five years.
The Rock Valley College diversity score of 0.59 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
6,092 students
3,107 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
# Full-Time Students
2,728 students
1,099 students
# Part-Time Students
3,364 students
2,008 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
136 students
% Asian
4%
5%
% Hispanic
22%
27%
% Black
9%
13%
% White
59%
48%
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
4%
3%
Diversity Score
0.59
0.68
College Completion Rate
33%
33%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,300
$32,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $7,934 is less than the state average of $8,158. The in-state tuition has declined by 8% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $14,774 is more than the state average of $10,899. The out-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$7,934
$8,158
Out-State Tuition Fees
$14,774
$10,899
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
49%
76%
Median Debt for Graduates
$7,824
$7,963
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,937
$4,549
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
SAT Reading
n/a
390
SAT Math
n/a
360
SAT Writing
n/a
355
ACT Composite
n/a
17
ACT English
n/a
17
ACT Math
n/a
17
Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
At Rock Valley College, we'll help you discover your passion as you
choose a major or program that fits your interests and aspirations.
You will have many options from among our 23 degree programs that
award an associate degree, 60 courses for transfer that lead to
four-year degrees and 64 certificate programs and five
apprenticeship programs that provide specialized training in a
specific area. our Business and Professional Institute is dedicated
to helping businesses through employee skills upgrading, customized
training, technical assistance, and related services. If you want
to update your skills or make yourself more marketable to
employers, the BPI can help. In addition to services for
businesses, we also offer a Speakers Bureau to area media and
organizations looking for an expert to comment on a particular
topic. Many of our faculty members are considered experts in their
subject areas and are willing to share their knowledge with the
community. If you need to rent a room for a speaker or conference,
let us know. We have spaces available for community use. Rock
Valley College is more than an educational institution. It's a
resource for the entire community. You can attend a wide variety of
events year-round at RVC that will enrich your life, such as
cultural programs, athletic games, films, lectures, theatrical
performances, trips and tours, art exhibition openings, and
personal interest classes. Rock Valley College is accredited by The
Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central
Association. The college is recognized by the Illinois Community
College Board and the Illinois Board of Higher Education.
No matter where you choose to go to college you'll have to take some kind of standardized test. The GRE is often required for graduate programs, but it may also benefit your community college application.
Education becomes more expensive with each passing year so it is important to make smart use of your student loans and to minimize your debt while you are in school whenever possible.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
Enrollment: 6,092 students
In-state tuition: $7,934
Out-state tuition: $14,774
Student:teacher ratio: 13:1
Minority enrollment: 41%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
For Illinois public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $8,158 per year for in-state students and $10,899 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $15,031 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
