Rock Valley College Cost & Financial Aid Information

$8,328
Average Net Price
45%
Receive Aid
21%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Rock Valley College is $8,328 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$8,328

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$5,555
$30,001-48,000$7,220
$48,001-75,000$9,691
$75,001-110,000$10,798
$110,000+$0

Financial Aid

Rock Valley College demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 45% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 21% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

45%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

21%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $3,750 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $9,750. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $6,150, which is 64% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $3,750

Out-of-State: $9,750

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$3,750
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$18,950

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$3,750
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$18,450

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$9,750
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$24,950

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$9,750
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$24,950

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$3,750
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$7,450

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$9,750
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$13,950

Cost Analysis

Analyze how Rockvalleycollege's costs have changed over time. Over the past year, Rock Valley College has decreased costs by $1,453, representing a 14.9% reduction in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$9,781

Current Year

$8,328

Change

$-1,453

Affordability & Value

Rock Valley College is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Very Affordable

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid45%
Pell grant recipients21%
Student-faculty ratio18:1