54%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 1,640 |
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| Declined | + 1,373 |
| Total Received | 3,013 |
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| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| Aurora University | Aurora, IL |
| Clarke University | Dubuque, IA |
| Millikin University | Decatur, IL |
| University of Iowa | Iowa City, IA |
| Quincy University | Quincy, IL |
| Indiana Wesleyan University | Marion, IN |
| Northern Illinois University | DeKalb, IL |
| Jacksonville University | Jacksonville, FL |
| Coe College | Cedar Rapids, IA |
| Columbia College Chicago | Chicago, IL |
| SAT | 1665 |
|---|---|
| ACT | 1122 |
Rockford University (formerly Rockford College) is a four-year, independent, liberal arts institution founded in 1847. Our 150-acre park-like campus is located in Rockford, Ill.; just 90 miles from Chicago, Ill., and Milwaukee, Wis., and 70 miles from Madison, Wis.
| Public/private | Private (nonprofit) |
|---|---|
| Campus Enrollment | 1,298 |
| Established in | 1847 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Became Coeducational College |
| Accredited by |
• NCACS (North Central Assn. of Colleges and Schools) • NLN (National League for Nursing) |
150-acre campus in Rockford (population: 147,651), 90 miles from Chicago. Served by air and bus; train serves Elgin (45 miles). Public transportation serves campus.
Rockford University
5050 East State Street
Rockford, IL 61108
| Application fee | |
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| Common application accepted | no |
| Application deadline | August 15 |
| School has early decision program | no |
| School has early action program | no |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Neither |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT or ACT Required |
54%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 1,640 |
|---|---|
| Declined | + 1,373 |
| Total Received | 3,013 |
Standardized test scores
Essay
Class rank
Recommendations
Secondary school record
Alumni/ae relationship
Character/ personal qualities
Extracurricular activities
Geographical residence
Interview
Minority affiliation
Particular talent/ability
Religious affiliation/commitment
State residency
Volunteer Work
Work Experience
Jennifer Nordstrom
Associate Vice President for Undergraduate Admission
P: 800 892-2984
F: 815 226-2822
admissions@rockford.edu
| Tuition | $29,920 |
| Room | $4,570 |
| Board | $3,850 |
| Additional fees | $130 |
| Books & supplies | $1,200 |
| Total | $39,670 |
|---|---|
| Average Financial Aid | - $18,757 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $20,913 |
64%
$18,757
Need-based
| Federal | $2,273,423 |
| State | $1,620,366 |
| Institutional | $7,538,262 |
| Other external | $214,010 |
| Total | $11,646,061 |
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Non-need-based
| Federal | $0 |
| State | $3,916 |
| Institutional | $1,445,867 |
| Other external | $180,161 |
| Total | $1,629,944 |
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84%
16%
87%
13%
59%
Transfer applicants accepted
40%
Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements | College GPA: 2.30 |
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| High school transcript | Required of Some |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Recommended of All |
| Interview | Not Required/Recommended |
| Standardized test scores | Required of Some |
| Essay or personal statement | Required of Some |
Maximum transfered
94
Minimum transfers must complete
30
Not Reported
| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | |
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| Countries most often represented |
China Japan Kyrgyzstan Saudi Arabia Sweden |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
ESL program/classes English lab Host family program International student center Special orientation |
Sam Bandy
Director of Global Affairs
815 226-4138
sbandy@rockford.edu
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