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Financial Aid Office

FINANCIAL AID RATE

52%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

17:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$4,978

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Entrepreneurship Degree

An entrepreneur is an individual possessing both the capacity and willingness to manage, develop, and organize resources of a business and all associated risks in order to generate a profit. Get more details below including other Illinois colleges that offer entrepreneurship degrees.

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Rock Valley College

401 S State Street, Chicago, IL

Rock Valley College in Rockford, Illinois, opened its doors in 1965 with the goal of providing local students an education to rival the university experience. With over 100 degree and certification programs, a Rock Valley education will set you on the path toward future success in the work force or your pursuit of even higher education! An innovator among community colleges, Rock Valley offers students 21st-century options to expedite learning. The Afternoon College is an accelerated eight-week program of study.  RVC students can log on to iTunes University and access professors’ lectures. The school simply understands that our rapidly-changing society demands innovative educational strategies, and Rock Valley is keeping up with the times.

In an effort to encourage development of well-rounded students, Rock Valley College offers extracurricular activities in the arts, academics, health and fitness, and much more.

Students interested in attending RVC should contact the Rock Valley admissions office. Tuition is affordable and financial aid is available to help eligible students in certain programs defray educational costs. Rock Valley is a solid choice for students who are looking for a progressive education in an environment that understands the demands of 21st-century life.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Entrepreneurship program at Rock Valley College, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Chief Executives

Description

Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.

General and Operations Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, general and operations managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 7.1% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 68
    • Average Hourly Rate: $58.83
    • Average Annual Salary: $122360
  • Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 3
    • Average Hourly Rate: $48.30
    • Average Annual Salary: $100460
  • Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 7
    • Average Hourly Rate: $62.28
    • Average Annual Salary: $129540

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, regulatory affairs managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.9% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 24
    • Average Hourly Rate: $48.35
    • Average Annual Salary: $100560
  • Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 390
    • Average Hourly Rate: $36.28
    • Average Annual Salary: $75460
  • Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
    • Average Hourly Rate: $57.70
    • Average Annual Salary: $120020

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may give an overview of the students Rock Valley College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, Rock Valley College may provide services to students like:

  • Online course work available
  • Remedial courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Helping students find work after graduation

Intercollegiate Athletics

Rock Valley College is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NJCAA Division III classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Volleyball
  • Bowling