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 5,494 students (44% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is same as the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 96%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 5,494 students
In-state tuition: $7,934
Out-state tuition: $14,774
Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
Minority enrollment: 98%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 473 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student population of Rock Valley College has declined by 9% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has decreased from 13:1 over five years.
The Rock Valley College diversity score of 0.61 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
5,494 students
2,558 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
2,431 students
872 students
# Part-Time Students
3,063 students
1,686 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
473 students
40 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,431 students
872 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
43 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,063 students
1,719 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
16 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
132 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
4%
5%
% Asian
10%
12%
% Hispanic
n/a
1%
% Black
23%
25%
% White
2%
4%
% Hawaiian
57%
48%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
n/a
1%
Diversity Score
0.61
0.69
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.317%
0.3913%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.6%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,300
$31,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $7,934 is more than the state average of $7,875. The in-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $14,774 is more than the state average of $10,847. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$7,934
$7,875
Out-State Tuition Fees
$14,774
$10,847
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
50%
82%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,508
$8,187
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,253
$4,618
Acceptance Rate
n/a
89%
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: 2023 (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.
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