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Rockford College
5050 E State St
Rockford, IL 61108-2393		 General information
 (815) 226-4000

Type of institution: Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above
Federal Aid: Institution has a Program Participation Agreement with the US Department of Education for eligible students to receive Pell Grants and other federal aid.
Degrees offered: Bachelor degrees, Masters degrees
Carnegie classification: Master's Colleges and Universities (medium programs)
Number of students: 1,566 (2007)
2009-2008 Undergraduate application fee:$ 35

Mission
Rockford College seeks to educate men and women to lead responsible and productive lives by means of a curriculum grounded in liberal arts learning and complemented and extended by professional and practical experiences. Through the total academic and co-curricular experience, Rockford College strives to prepare students for fulfilling lives, careers, and participation in modern and changing global society.
 
About this School
Rockford College is a private American liberal arts college in Rockford, Illinois. It was founded in 1847 as Rockford Female Seminary and changed its name in 1892. The college is known as the alma mater of Nobel Peace Prize winner Jane Addams, who was a member of the class of 1931.
 
History
Rockford College was founded in 1847 as Rockford Female Seminary. It was the sister college of Beloit College, which had been founded the year before. The seminary's initial campus was on the west side of the Rock River, south of downtown Rockford. In 1890, the seminary's trustees voted to offer a full college curriculum, which led to the name changing to Rockford College in 1892. Men were first granted admission to the college at the beginning of the 1955-56 school year. At about this time, the school requested that the City of Rockford close parts of a street adjoining the campus.
 
Academic year prices for full-time, first-time undergraduate students
Tuition and Fees2009-20082008-20072007-2006
In-State$ 23,500$ 22,950$ 22,460
Out of State$ 23,500$ 22,950$ 22,460
Books and Supplies$ 1,200$ 1,200$ 1,020
On-Campus
Room and board$ 6,750$ 8,980$ 7,190
Other Expenses$ 3,250$ 3,000$ 2,940
Off Campus
Room and board$ 7,750$ 9,160$ 7,350
Other Expenses$ 3,690$ 3,440$ 3,680
Off Campus w/ family
Other Expenses$ 3,690$ 5,740$ 5,280

Financial aid 2006-2007

Financial aid to full-time, first-time undergraduate students

Type of AidPercentage of students receiving aidAverage amount of aid they received
Federal Grants (scholarship/fellowship) 36% $ 2,714
State/Local grants (scholarship/fellowship) 43% $ 4,212
Institutional grants (scholarship/fellowship) 94% $ 10,552
Loans to students 80% $ 5,458
 
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Degrees offered by Rockford College

  
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
Accounting

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Rockford College
Bachelor degree
Art + Art Studies, General

[edit] A general program that focuses on the introductory study and appreciation of the visual arts. Includes instruction in art, photography, and other visual communications media.
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
Art History, Criticism and Conservation

[edit] A program that focuses on the study of the historical development of art as social and intellectual phenomenon, the analysis of works of art, and art conservation. Includes instruction in the theory of art, art history research methods, connoisseurship, the preservation and conservation of works of...
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
Biochemistry

[edit] A program that focuses on the scientific study of the chemistry of living systems, their fundamental chemical substances and reactions, and their chemical pathways and information transfer systems, with particular reference to carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids. Includes instruction...
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
Biology + Biological Sciences, General

[edit] A general program of biology at the introductory, basic level or a program in biology or the biological sciences that is undifferentiated as to title or content. Includes instruction in general biology and programs covering a variety of biological specializations.
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
Business Administration and Management, General

[edit] A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, organize, direct, and control the functions and processes of a firm or organization. Includes instruction in management theory, human resources management and behavior, accounting and other quantitative methods, purchasing and logistics, organization...
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other

[edit] Any instructional program in business and administration not listed in the Business Administration, Management and Operations, General category.
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
Chemistry, General

[edit] A general program that focuses on the scientific study of the composition and behavior of matter, including its micro- and macro-structure, the processes of chemical change, and the theoretical description and laboratory simulation of these phenomena.
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General

[edit] A general program that focuses on the literary culture of the ancient Graeco-Roman world and the Greek and Latin languages and literatures and their development prior to the fall of the Roman Empire.
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
Computer and Information Sciences, General

[edit] A general program that focuses on computing, computer science, and information science and systems as part of a broad and/or interdisciplinary program. Such programs are undifferentiated as to title and content and are not to be confused with specific programs in computer science, information science,...
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
Drama and Dramatics + Theatre Arts, General

[edit] A program that focuses on the general study of dramatic works and their performance. Includes instruction in major works of dramatic literature, dramatic styles and types, and the principles of organizing and producing full live or filmed productions.
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
Economics, General

[edit] A general program that focuses on the systematic study of the production, conservation and allocation of resources in conditions of scarcity, together with the organizational frameworks related to these processes. Includes instruction in economic theory, micro- and macroeconomics, comparative economic...
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
Education, General

[edit] A program that focuses on the general theory and practice of learning and teaching; the basic principles of educational psychology; the art of teaching; the planning and administration of educational activities; school safety and health issues; and the social foundations of education.
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
Elementary Education and Teaching

[edit] A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the elementary grades, which may include kindergarten through grade eight, depending on the school system or state regulations. Includes preparation to teach all elementary education subject matter.
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
English Language and Literature, General

[edit] A general program that focuses on the English language, including its history, structure and related communications skills; and the literature and culture of English-speaking peoples.
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
French Language and Literature

[edit] A program that focuses on the French language and related dialects and creoles. Includes instruction in French philology, Metropolitan French, Canadian French, African and Caribbean Creoles, French regional dialects, and applications in business, science/technology, and other settings.
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
German Language and Literature

[edit] A program that focuses on the German language and related dialects as used in Austria, Germany, Switzerland, neighboring European countries containing German-speaking minorities, and elsewhere. Includes instruction in German philology; Old, Middle, and High German; Plattdeutsch and other regional dialects;...
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
History, General

[edit] A program that focuses on the general study and interpretation of the past, including the gathering, recording, synthesizing and criticizing of evidence and theories about past events. Includes instruction in historiography; historical research methods; studies of specific periods, issues and cultures;...
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
International Relations and Affairs

[edit] A program that focuses on the systematic study of international politics and institutions, and the conduct of diplomacy and foreign policy. Includes instruction in international relations theory, foreign policy analysis, national security and strategic studies, international law and organization, the...
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
Latin Language and Literature

[edit] A program that focuses on the Latin language and literature from its origins through its decline and its current ecclesiastical usage, as a secular and/or theological subject. Includes instruction in Latin philology, related Italic dialects, Late Roman and Medieval Latin, and modern Church Latin.
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
Mathematics, General

[edit] A general program that focuses on the analysis of quantities, magnitudes, forms, and their relationships, using symbolic logic and language. Includes instruction in algebra, calculus, functional analysis, geometry, number theory, logic, topology and other mathematical specializations.
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
Music History, Literature, and Theory

[edit] A program that focuses on the study of the historical evolution of music as a social and intellectual phenomenon, the development of musical instruments and techniques, and the analysis and criticism of musical literature. Includes instruction in music history research methods, aesthetic analysis of...
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
Music, General

[edit] A general program that focuses on the introductory study and appreciation of music and the performing arts. Includes instruction in music, dance, and other performing arts media.
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
Music, Other

[edit] Any instructional program in music not listed in the Music, General category.
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
Nursing + Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)

[edit] A program that generally prepares individuals in the knowledge, techniques and procedures for promoting health, providing care for sick, disabled, informed, or other individuals or groups. Includes instruction in the administration of medication and treatments, assisting a physician during treatments...
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
Philosophy

[edit] A program that focuses on ideas and their logical structure, including arguments and investigations about abstract and real phenomena. Includes instruction in logic, ethics, aesthetics, epistemology, metaphysics, symbolism, and history of philosophy, and applications to the theoretical foundations and...
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching

[edit] A program that prepares individuals to teach physical education programs and/or to coach sports at various educational levels.
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
Political Science and Government, General

[edit] A general program that focuses on the systematic study of political institutions and behavior. Includes instruction in political philosophy, political theory, comparative government and politics, political parties and interest groups, public opinion, political research methods, studies of the government...
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
Psychology, General

[edit] A general program that focuses on the scientific study of individual and collective behavior, the physical and environmental bases of behavior, and the analysis and treatment of behavior problems and disorders. Includes instruction in the principles of the various subfields of psychology, research methods,...
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General

[edit] A general program that focuses on one or more of the Romance languages of Western, Central, and Southern Europe. Includes instruction in philology, linguistics, dialects and pidgins, literature, and applications to business, science/technology, and other settings.
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
Social Sciences, General

[edit] A program that focuses on the general study of human social behavior and social institutions using any of the methodologies common to the social sciences and/or history, or an undifferentiated program of study in the social sciences.
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
Social Sciences, Other

[edit] Any instructional program in social sciences not listed in the Social Sciences, General category.
Rockford College
Bachelor degree
Spanish Language and Literature

[edit] A program that focuses on the Spanish language and related dialects. Includes instruction in Spanish philology, Modern Castillan, various Latin American dialects, regional Spanish dialects, and applications in business, science/technology, and other settings.
Rockford College
Masters degree
Art Teacher Education

[edit] A program that prepares individuals to teach art and art appreciation programs at various educational levels.
Rockford College
Masters degree
Business Administration and Management, General

[edit] A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, organize, direct, and control the functions and processes of a firm or organization. Includes instruction in management theory, human resources management and behavior, accounting and other quantitative methods, purchasing and logistics, organization...
Rockford College
Masters degree
Curriculum and Instruction

[edit] A program that focuses on the curriculum and related instructional processes and tools, and that may prepare individuals to serve as professional curriculum specialists. Includes instruction in curriculum theory, curriculum design and planning, instructional material design and evaluation, curriculum...
Rockford College
Masters degree
Education + Teaching of Individuals with Specific Learning Disabilities

[edit] A program that focuses on the design of educational services for children or adults with specific learning disabilities which adversely affect their educational performance and that may prepare individuals to teach such students. Includes instruction in identifying students with specific learning disabilities,...
Rockford College
Masters degree
Education, General

[edit] A program that focuses on the general theory and practice of learning and teaching; the basic principles of educational psychology; the art of teaching; the planning and administration of educational activities; school safety and health issues; and the social foundations of education.
Rockford College
Masters degree
Elementary Education and Teaching

[edit] A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the elementary grades, which may include kindergarten through grade eight, depending on the school system or state regulations. Includes preparation to teach all elementary education subject matter.
Rockford College
Masters degree
English + Language Arts Teacher Education

[edit] A program that prepares individuals to teach English grammar, composition and literature programs at various educational levels.
Rockford College
Masters degree
Foreign Language Teacher Education

[edit] A program that prepares individuals to teach foreign languages programs at various educational levels, other than French, German or Spanish.
Rockford College
Masters degree
Mathematics Teacher Education

[edit] A program that prepares individuals to teach mathematics programs at various educational levels.
Rockford College
Masters degree
Reading Teacher Education

[edit] A program that prepares individuals to diagnose reading difficulties and to teach reading programs at various educational levels.
Rockford College
Masters degree
Secondary Education and Teaching

[edit] A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the secondary grades, which may include grades seven through twelve, depending on the school system or state regulations. May include preparation to teach a comprehensive curriculum or specific subject matter.
Rockford College
Masters degree
Social Studies Teacher Education

[edit] A program that prepares individuals to teach general social studies programs at various educational levels.
Rockford College
Masters degree
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other

[edit] Any instructional program in teacher education and professional development not listed in the Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, General category.
 

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