Getting Started
Getting Started Is Easy
Contact the RVC Welcome Center if you get stuck with any of the steps below at (815) 921-4000 or RVC-Admissions@RockValleyCollege.edu.
STEP 1: APPLY
Apply online at: RockValleyCollege.edu/Apply
Once your application is processed you will receive an e-mail to Activate your Online Account.
Still undecided? Come take a tour and meet with a New Student Enrollment Coordinator.
STEP 2: ACTIVATE YOUR ONLINE ACCOUNT
After your application is processed, set up a password to log into Self Service, Eagle and your RVC Email account (all college communications will be sent to this account moving forward).
The first time you log in you will need to set up Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), which will allow you to log in from anywhere.
If you need help resetting your password, contact the Welcome Center at (815) 921-4000.
STEP 3: DETERMINE PLACEMENT
Submit the following to determine what courses you will start with at RVC:
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High School Transcripts
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ACT/SAT Scores
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ACCUPLACER
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GED Scores
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Official College Transcripts
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EdReady Scores
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Aleks Scores
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CASAS Scores
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To set up an appointment with the Testing Center:
• (815) 921-2380
• RVC-Testing-Center@RockValleyCollege.edu
• RockValleyCollege.edu/PlacementTestRequirements
STEP 4: REGISTER AND PAY
Set up an appointment with an advisor to help you register for courses at: RockValleyCollege.edu/StudentServices/Appointments
Need help paying for classes?
Financial Aid
-(815) 921-4150
-RVC-FIA@RockValleyCollege.edu
Payment Center
-(815) 921-4414
-RVC-AR@RockValleyCollege.edu
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES NOW THAT YOU ARE REGISTERED (including but not limited to):
First Year Experience
Attend a New Student Welcome event and look for upcoming Student Success workshops.
Disability Support Services
If you are a student with a disability, contact this department to discuss possible solutions.
TRIO
Are you a first generation, low income, or student with a disability? You could be eligible for one of our two federal programs.
Career Services
Get help finding a student worker position, writing resumes, and career workshops.
Student Life
Ger involved, join a club, and attend campus events.
Personal and Success Counseling
Get short-term confidential counseling and access community resources.