Rockford University: Review & Facts

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Rockford University is a small four-year, private not-for-profit school with 1,185 students enrolled. This school was originated in 1847 and is one of the 7 colleges located in Rockford, Illinois.

Academic Offerings

Rockford University will give you the opportunity to earn a bachelor's degree or master's degree.

Majors
Offered

49

Rockford University follows a semester-based curriculum calendar system and has 49 majors. The most popular concentrations are Education, Management, Business, Nursing, and Occupational Therapy. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings.

It is worthwhile to know student retention and graduation rates when you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are typically a good sign. Nevertheless, if you wish to transfer out or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

Rockford University student retention rate is relatively low at 64% (below Illinois average). Considering this statistic, apparently students somewhat enjoy their stay at this school.

Student Retention

64%

Bad

The graduation rate at Rockford University is low - 46%.

Student to faculty ratio at Rockford University is good - 10:1. Read more details on faculty and instruction at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Tuition and Loans

Average tuition price is extremely high, $34,800 a year. The additional fees at Rockford University not covered by tuition are nearly $300; this makes it a total of $35,100 per year.

Read the details about Rockford University additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.

Admissions Information

Acceptance
Rate

55%

Doable

As reported in recent government data, 2,779 applications were submitted and 1,526 were accepted, so it is not very hard to get admitted at this school.

This school might accept your dual credits and advanced placement credits at entry.

Read the details about admissions as well applicants' SAT and ACT test scores at Rockford University in the Admissions and Tests report for this college.

Opportunities and Services

Dormatory
Annual Price

$5,900

Medium

Rockford University offers a distance learning option, study abroad programs, and evening/weekend study opportunity, which is an amazing option for those who work full-time.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Rockford University, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.

Safety
Grade

B

Dicey

Rockford University offers on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates nearly 500 students, which provides a decent on-campus housing option. The room price is reasonable - nearly $5,900 per year.

Army ROTC programs are available at Rockford University. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.

ROTC
Available

Yes

It is important to keep in mind that enrolling in a ROTC course does not commit you to serve unless you have obtained a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.

Based on the college crime information, Rockford University seems to be a generally safe school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.

Rockford University Location and Address

Postal Address:
Rockford University
5050 E State St
Rockford, Illinois
61108-2311, USA