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We welcome applications from students around the world who are curious, creative, and compassionate - students who understand the importance of a liberal arts education and who value the pursuit of a life-long love of learning. We appreciate the diversity of our students and commit ourselves to helping those who not only want to make a living but also want to make a difference in the world.

We accept undergraduate applicants year round. However, the earlier you apply the better your chances of receiving financial aid. To schedule a visit, to speak with an Admission Counselor, or to inquire about our Admission process, please contact us at:

Application fees will be waived for all prospective students who fill out an application during a campus visit.

First-Year Students
Transfer Undergraduate Student
International Undergraduate Student

Return-to-College Adult Accelerated Degree Student

Graduate Student

Applying to Rockford College is simple and easy. Click or call to get started…right now.

First-Year Students:

1. Apply online. Your Rockford College application is confidential and will only be accessed by Admission Office personnel and used solely in the application process. There is a $35 fee for all applications.  If you apply online at this time, the application fee is waived.
2. Request that your high school send us your
     - official high school transcripts
     - ACT/SAT score(s)
3. Submit your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Form. To obtain a form, go to www.fafsa.ed.gov to file electronically. The FAFSA code for Rockford College is 001748. Click here for more information about applying for financial aid.
4. Print, review and complete this application checklist.

Transfer Undergraduate Student:

1. Apply online. Your Rockford College application is confidential and will only be accessed by Admission Office personnel and used solely in the application process. There is a $35 fee for all applications.  If you apply online at this time, the application fee is waived.
2. Request that all colleges you have attended send us your
     - official college transcripts
3. If you have less than 12 hours of college credit, please also send us your
     - official high school transcripts
     - ACT/SAT score(s)
4. Submit your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Form. To obtain a form, go to www.fafsa.ed.gov to file electronically. The FAFSA code for Rockford College is 001748. Click here for more information about applying for financial aid.
5. Print, review and complete this application checklist.

International Undergraduate Student:
   (including International Transfer Student)

1. Contact the Office of Admission at 815.226.4050, 800.892.2984 or rcadmissions@rockford.edu to receive an application in the mail. To download the application, please click on the following three links:  Part I, Part II, Part III.

         2.  For Undergraduate Students - the follwing items are needed*:

  - written application with $50 fee (U.S. dollars)
  - official copy of high school diploma or equivalent
  - two (2) letters of reference
  - proof of financial support
  - Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)

For Undergraduate Transfer Students - the following items are needed:

   - written application with $50 fee (U.S. dollars)

   - official copy of college or university transcripts

   - course descriptions

   - two (2) letters or reference

   - proof of financial support

   - Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)

For Graduate Students - the following items are needed:

  - written application with $50 fee (U.S. dollars)

  - official copy of college or university transcripts

  - course descriptions

  - three (3) letters of reference

  - proof of financial support

  - Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)

  - applicable graduate-level examination scores

GMAT scores for the Master of Business Administration

GRE scores for the Master of Arts in Teaching

 

* all documents should be accompanied by an official English translation

Note: SAT and ACT tests are not required of international students except those from Ontario, Canada.