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Rockford Career College, was established in 1862 by entrepreneurs Chamberlin, and Dell and was at that time known as Rockford Business College. In 1942, the name was changed to Rockford School of Business, and in 1963, it became Rockford School of Business & Engineering. The college, which was given its present name in 2008, is located in Rockford, Illinois.
Rockford Career College offers a variety of degree and diploma programs. Courses are available in business administration, accounting, information technology, paralegal studies, and healthcare.
Students of RCC are provided financial assistance to help complete their education. Federal Pell Grants, FSEOG, Academic Competitiveness Grants, Stafford loans, Veterans Benefits, and scholarships are available to eligible candidates. In addition, the college offers support services like academic tutoring, career counseling, and job placement assistance.
Rockford Career College is in Rockford, IL. Rockford is a medium-sized city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Rockford Career College issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Associate's degree.
Fields of study in vogue at the school include law and nursing and emergency medicine.
The school's open admission policy attracts a range of prospective students.
Approximately 560 students study at the school (in 2007-2008). Rockford Career College is a largely female school.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Rockford Business College is a career college that prepares students for meaningful employment through quality, relevant and personalized education, benefiting the community and its employers."
More complete details are provided below.
Rockford Career College
1130 South Alpine Road
Rockford, IL 61108
General Phone: (815) 965-8616
http://www.rockfordbusinesscollege.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support and Technology | 58 | medical assistant, pharmacy tech, veterinary assistant |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 40 | nursing assistant |
| Law | 20 | legal assistant, legal secretary |
| Therapy and Counseling | 19 | massage therapy |
| Business and Management | 16 | accounting, business management, marketing |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 4 | computer support, web design, data processing tech, system administration, computer and media applications |
| Medical Administration | 2 | medical office assistant, medical transcription |
| Office and Administration | 0 | administrative assistant |
Number of programs and degrees for Rockford Career College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 100 | 15 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 40 | 1 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 19 | 10 |
In 2007-2008, Rockford Career College had a total enrollment of 560 students (531 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 58% |
| Black | 35% |
| Hispanic | 7% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 4% |
| 20-21 | 14% |
| 22-24 | 19% |
| 25-29 | 24% |
| 30-34 | 14% |
| 35-39 | 10% |
| 40-49 | 12% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 44 % |
| Part-Time | 86 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Rockford, Illinois for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Illinois Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 9,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 9,000 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,080 |
Financial Aid:
Rockford Career College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 854500)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 4 | 4 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 4 | $39,750 | 4 | $44,500 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 4 | $39,750 | 4 | $44,500 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Software and Media Applications, Other
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
System Administration/Administrator
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
LAW
Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Office Assistant/Specialist
Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician/Veterinary Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Rockford Career College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 7% |  |
| % of degrees in law (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Offers part-time study On-campus library
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