Rock Valley College
About Rock Valley College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Rock Valley College teaches in Rockford, Illinois, and trains many of its students for the aerospace and machining companies around it. The sciences and engineering are among its largest programs.
Founded
1965
Location
Rockford, Illinois
Students
4,359
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
37.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,334
Out-of-state: $7,379
Avg Net Price
$5,242
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$39,158
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
37.3% complete their degree within three years
Retention
69.6%
Transfer Out
17%
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
38.1%
$/Student
$6.9K
Class Size
Medium
The 37.3% graduation rate is below average, but 69.6% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,334
In-State
$7,379
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,600
Total Cost of Attendance
$11,920
After Financial Aid
$5,242
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,409
Receive Grants
28.2%
Take Loans
4.2%
Tuition is $4,334/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $5,242.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Rock Valley College fund their education.
While in School
28.2%
Get Grants
Free money
4.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$25,439
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$8,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$90/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $8,500, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Rock Valley College.
Gender
53.9%
Female
46%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,359
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
49.8%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
25.3%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (54% women, 46% men). 49.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
4,359
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Rock Valley College fields 7 varsity teams with 173 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
173
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
55% / 45%
95
Men
78
Women
5
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Rock Valley Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$39,158
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$28K
509 grads
1yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
$22K
145 grads
1yr Earnings
Engineering, General
—
26 grads
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
$83K
23 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$68K
19 grads
1yr Earnings
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
—
11 grads
Median earnings are $39K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.