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 7,769 students (31% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the state community college average of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 53%.
Quick Stats (2025)
Enrollment: 7,769 students
In-state tuition: $7,934
Out-state tuition: $14,774
Student:teacher ratio: 16:1
Minority enrollment: 47%
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 grown by 27% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 has increased from 12:1 over five years.
The Rock Valley College diversity score of 0.64 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has grown by 8% over five years.
Total Enrollment
7,769 students
3,270 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
# Full-Time Students
2,440 students
1,007 students
# Part-Time Students
5,329 students
2,747 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
776 students
328 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,440 students
1,007 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
43 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
5,329 students
3,310 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
18 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
132 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
4%
6%
% Hispanic
25%
26%
% Black
12%
13%
% White
53%
47%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
1%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
3%
4%
Diversity Score
0.64
0.69
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.365%
0.4%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.38%
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 14% 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 declined by 13% 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: 2024 (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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Quick Stats (2025)
Enrollment: 7,769 students
In-state tuition: $7,934
Out-state tuition: $14,774
Student:teacher ratio: 16:1
Minority enrollment: 47%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
For Illinois public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $7,875 per year for in-state students and $10,847 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $14,511 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
