Rock Valley College

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Rockford, IL
(815) 921-7821
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✓ GI Bill approved · 148 GI Bill students

What Are the Key Stats for Rock Valley College?

Annual Tuition & Fees (In-State)

$7,379

Total Enrollment

5,978

Graduation Rate

37.3%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

1,538

Last reported year

How Rock Valley College Compares

Compared to typical trade colleges (most enroll under 5,000 students), Rock Valley College's 5,978-student body is on the larger side. 37% graduation rate, $5,445 average net price, and 70% retention all matter, but use these as a starting point — your specific program's outcomes often differ from the school-wide averages.

Where is Rock Valley College?

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What are the Most Popular Programs at Rock Valley College

545 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 24.0101
301 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 51.3902
176 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 30.0101
61 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 47.0607
40 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 47.0607

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Rock Valley College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.

In the Nursing Aide Certificate #5411 program at Rock Valley College, 80% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 3% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,438 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
Nursing Aide Certificate #54113%80%67%$7,438
Mechanical Engineering AES RVC-NIU67%66%$6,646
Business Administration AAS4%63%59%$7,913
Nursing AAS9%86%72%$17,080
Professional Bookkeeper Certificate #202071%55%$9,157

All 10 verified program outcomes for Rock Valley College →

Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.

Explore Rock Valley College

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Enrollment

Rock Valley College enrolls 5,978 students. The student body is 54.6% women, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 70% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Rock Valley College maintains a 19:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing strong opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a strong 70% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. The college accommodates diverse student needs with flexible enrollment options for part-time and working students.

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Faculty & Staff

Rock Valley College employs 113 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 19:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides strong opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 66.4% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

Rock Valley College offers programs in 15 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide, and Biological and Physical Sciences. In 2025, the college awarded 1,538 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition and fees at Rock Valley College is $7,379 for in-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $5,445 (average savings of $1,934). Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Rock Valley College achieves a 32% overall completion rate for students who complete their programs. Students typically complete their programs in 5 years, balancing academic rigor with timely graduation. The college supports working students with a 31.4% success rate for this population.

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Institution Details

Sector PUBLIC 2 YEAR
Control PUBLIC
Level AT LEAST 2 BUT LESS THAN 4 YEARS
Degree Granting Yes

Contact Information

Address
3301 N Mulford Rd
Rockford, IL, 61114-5699
Administrator
Howard Spearman
President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $7,379
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $7,379
Average Net Price $5,445

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00174700
EIN: 362557781
IPEDS ID: 148380
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