Moraine Valley Community College
Moraine Valley Community College is located in Palos Hills, Illinois. MVCC was founded in 1967 and it has become a very crucial part of the community. It has proven to be a very valuable academic institution that is held in high regard. The school even has a history of serving international students and it offers conveniences such as cross-cultural counseling. This is an inclusive and safe school where students can learn. All MVCC students will be able to pursue many academic programs while working towards associate degrees and certificates. It has great facilities for the students to take advantage of and it really gives them the right environment where they can thrive.
Nursing at MVCC is a two-year special admission program. This program is fully approved by the State of Illinois Board of Nursing. MVCC has a history of producing fine RN's and graduates of the nursing program go on to find work immediately after graduation 90% of the time. This fully-accredited program offers students the ability to learn in the best possible environment. Nursing courses will include cutting-edge technology, simulations, classroom lectures, and clinical experiences. The nursing program also offers hybrid course experiences and some online options, which can make things more convenient for some students. Students can also make use of an LPN to RN transition program.
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleLarge Suburb |
| Number of Students14,620 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio22:1 |
| Is Admission OpenYes |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level2-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus Housing- |
| Retention Rate69% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Associate's degree | 20 | 45 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 1 | 8 |
Compare Schools
Nursing schools located within 17 miles radius of Moraine Valley Community College
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City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College
7 miles away |
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Morton College
10 miles away |
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City Colleges of Chicago-Kennedy-King College
12 miles away |
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South Suburban College
13 miles away |
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City Colleges of Chicago-Olive-Harvey College
13 miles away |
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City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College
15 miles away |
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Triton College
15 miles away |
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Prairie State College
16 miles away |
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College of DuPage
16 miles away |
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ATS Institute of Technology - Chicago
17 miles away |
Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
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North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission 01/01/1975 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs ACEN 01/01/1977 - 07/12/2012 |
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Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs ACEN 09/01/2013 - Current |
Admission
100%
Acceptance RateCost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $142/credit | |
| In State Students | $314/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $365/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | - | |
| In State Students | - | |
| Out of State Students | - | |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $6,390 | $14,130 | $16,425 |
| ADN | 70 | $9,940 | $21,980 | $25,550 |
| BSN | 125 | $17,750 | $39,250 | $45,625 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 56% of Moraine Valley Community College's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 43% | $4,867 |
| Other Federal Grant | -- | $8,002 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 25% | $1,184 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 7% | $3,257 |
| Federal Student Loans | 9% | $4,329 |
| Private Loans | -- | $7,678 |
$4,828
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$3,652 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$4,394 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$7,257 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$9,902 |
| Over $110,000$10,177 |
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Student Population
14,620
Undergrads
0
Graduates
7,508
Women
7,112
Men
41%
Full-time
59%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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White |
50% |
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Hispanic |
23% |
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Race/ethnicity unknown |
10% |
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Black/African American |
10% |
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Asian |
2% |
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Two or more races |
2% |
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Non-resident alien |
2% |
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Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and Illinois state board of nursing.
