Rockford University
Rockford University is one of the eighty-two private, not-for-profit 4-year colleges in Illinois. The campus is located in an urban area, in Rockford.
According to the NCES 2017 report, a total of 1,262 students attend the school. In the 2017 fall enrollment, 152 freshman students enrolled, and approximately 100 students returned for their sophomore year (which makes its freshman retention rate 66%). Every year 41% of the graduating class students graduate in 150% of the time it takes to complete their studies.Rockford University's in-state tuition for the 2017-2018 academic year was $29,920, and fees were $130. Out-of-state tuition and fees for the same period were $29,920 and $130 respectively.
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleMidsize City |
| Number of Students1,262 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio10:1 |
| Is Admission OpenNo |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level4-year |
| TypePrivate |
| Business ModelNot-for-profit |
| On Campus HousingYes |
| Retention Rate66% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Bachelor's degree | 8 | 62 |
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Saint Anthony College of Nursing
3 miles away |
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Aurora University
50 miles away |
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58 miles away |
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Benedictine University
58 miles away |
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Elmhurst College
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62 miles away |
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Carroll University
65 miles away |
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Maranatha Baptist University
65 miles away |
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Dominican University
66 miles away |
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Lewis University
67 miles away |
Frequently compared schools
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Aurora University
offers 4 nursing programs |
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Benedictine University
offers 3 nursing programs |
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Elmhurst College
offers 3 nursing programs |
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North Park University
offers 5 nursing programs |
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Carroll University
offers 3 nursing programs |
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Edgewood College
offers 4 nursing programs |
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Dominican University
offers 1 nursing programs |
Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
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North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission 01/01/1913 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (NUR) - Baccalaureate program ACEN 10/01/1987 - Current |
Admission
47%
Acceptance RateEnrolled students test score (Fall 2017)
| SAT | 840 to 1060 |
| ACT | 19 to 23 |
Admission considerations
| Secondary school GPA Required |
| Secondary school rank Considered but not required |
| Secondary school record Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program Recommended |
| Recommendations Neither required nor recommended |
| Formal demonstration of competencies Neither required nor recommended |
| Admission test scores (SAT/ACT) Required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Required |
| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Neither required nor recommended |
In addition to the college's admission requirements each nursing program might have its own admission criteria (such as: TEAS score, HESI A2 score, nursing prerequisites GPA, etc).
Cost 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 | $785/credit | |
| In State Students | $785/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $785/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $710/credit | |
| In State Students | $710/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $710/credit | |
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 | $35,325 | $35,325 | $35,325 |
| ADN | 70 | $54,950 | $54,950 | $54,950 |
| BSN | 125 | $98,125 | $98,125 | $98,125 |
| FNP | 50 | $35,500 | $35,500 | $35,500 |
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, 98% of Rockford University's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 49% | $4,326 |
| Other Federal Grant | 12% | $1,724 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 51% | $4,350 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 98% | $14,719 |
| Federal Student Loans | 83% | $6,028 |
| Private Loans | 22% | $5,393 |
$20,985
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$19,127 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$20,693 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$19,030 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$22,201 |
| Over $110,000$22,991 |
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Student Population
1,062
Undergrads
200
Graduates
699
Women
563
Men
77%
Full-time
23%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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White |
62% |
|
Hispanic |
13% |
|
Black/African American |
9% |
|
Non-resident alien |
5% |
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Race/ethnicity unknown |
5% |
|
Two or more races |
3% |
|
Asian |
3% |
|
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.
