For more than 60 years, Rock Valley College has proudly stood as your community's college.
From the beginning, our mission has been clear: to provide accessible, high-quality education that meets the needs of the people of this region.
Reflecting on our history, I am struck by how deeply RVC has grown with and for Rockford and the surrounding communities.
Our story is one of constant evolution. RVC has prepared generations of students through strong liberal arts and science programs, giving them the foundation to transfer to four-year institutions. At the same time, we have built nationally recognized career and technical programs that fuel our local workforce. From advanced manufacturing and aviation to healthcare and cyber security, our alumni have the skills and credentials employers