Academic Affairs
Student Achievement Data
02/23/2026 10:22 am
Student Achievement Data
Retention and Graduation Rates of New Full-Time Freshman
| Retention Rates % | Cumulative Graduation Rates % | ||||||
| Cohort | Number Enrolled |
2nd Year Retention (Published Retention Rate) |
Graduated in 4 Years (IPEDS Rate) |
Graduated in 5 Years (IPEDS Rate) |
Graduated in 6 Years (IPEDS Rate) |
Graduated in 8 Years (IPEDS Rate) |
|
| Fall 2015 | 169 | 66% | 26% | 31% | 32% | 40% | |
| Fall 2016 | 163 | 66% | 32% | 38% | 40% | 42% | |
| Fall 2017 | 158 | 66% | 28% | 38% | 38% | 45% | |
| Fall 2018 | 162 | 66% | 34% | 46% | 47% | TBD | |
| Fall 2019 | 151 | 66% | 32% | 39% | 44% | TBD | |
| Fall 2020 | 212 | 67% | |||||
| Fall 2021 | 193 | 64% | |||||
| Fall 2022 | 169 | 69% | |||||
| Fall 2023 | 190 | 65% | |||||
| Fall 2024 | 214 | 66% | |||||
| Fall 2025 | 216 | TBD | |||||
| Published Rention Rate for 2025-2026 is 66% | |||||||
| IPEDS 4-Year Average Student Right-to-Know | |||||||
| Transfer-out Rate Calculation | Completion or Graduation Rate Calculation | ||||||
| (Total Transfer-out Student / Adjusted Cohort) | (Total Completers with 150% / Adjusted Cohort) | ||||||
| 18% | 43% | ||||||
National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX)
| Year | NCLEX Pass Rate |
| 2020 | 75 % |
| 2021 | 72% |
| 2022 | 64% |
| 2023 | 83% |
| 2024 | 95% |
| 2025 | 89% |
For more information, visit here.
Illinois Educator Licensure Exam Pass Rates (2019-2024)
| Test Name | # Takers | % Pass |
| Drama/Theatre Arts | 15 | 73.33% |
| Early Childhood Education | 120 | 42.50% |
| Elem Ed Subtest 1 | 12 | 50.00% |
| Elem Ed Subtest 2 | 12 | 58.33% |
| Elem Ed Subtest 3 | 8 | 62.50% |
| Elem Ed Subtest 4 | 8 | 75.00% |
| Elementary Ed | 169 | 47.34% |
| English Language Arts | 27 | 66.67% |
| Learning Behavior Spec.I (155) | 34 | 79.41% |
| Learning Behavior Spec.I (290) | 56 | 89.29% |
| Mathematics | 24 | 33.33% |
| MG Language Arts | 36 | 30.56% |
| MG Mathematics | 11 | 72.73% |
| MG Science | 23 | 26.09% |
| MG Social Sciences | 23 | 73.91% |
| Physical Education (144) | 19 | 42.11% |
| Physical Education (213) | 59 | 57.63% |
| Reading Specialist | 13 | 61.54% |
| Reading Teacher | 1 | 100.00% |
| Science: Biology | 20 | 35.00% |
| Science: Chemistry | 4 | 100.00% |
| Science: Physics | 1 | 100.00% |
| Science Sci: History | 34 | 58.82% |
| Social Sci.: Politic Sci | 1 | 100.00% |
| Social Sci.: Psychology | 1 | 100.00% |
| Social Sci.: Soc & Anthro | 1 | 100.00% |
| Spec Ed Gen Curric Test (163) | 33 | 39.39% |
| TLP: Spanish | 32 | 100.00% |
| Visual Arts (145) | 10 | 90.00% |
| Visual Arts (214) | 10 | 90.00% |
| World Lang.: French | 1 | 100.00% |
| World Language: Spanish | 9 | 100.00% |
| Total | 827 | 56.83% |
Job Placement Rates
| Undergraduate Level | Graduate Level | |||||
| Total Undergraduate Graduates AY23-24 | 229 | Total Graduate Graduates AY 23-24 | 91 | |||
| Continuing Education | 31 | Continuing Education | 1 | |||
| Known Job | 173 | Known Job | 82 | |||
| Unknown | 110 | Unknown | 25 | |||
| Job Placement Rate: | 87.4% | Job Placement Rate: | 91% | |||
For more information, see the 2025 Job Placement Report.
Additional Results From the First Destination Survey
| First Destination Survey Year (RU) | % of RU Graduates employed or continuing their education | % of national graduates employed or continuing their education |
| 2020 | 82% | 82% |
| 2021 | 83% | 84% |
| 2022 | 91% | 86% |
| 2023 | 97% | 85% |
| 2024 | 96% | 86% |
For more information, see our Career Services page.
Community & Businesses
09/26/2024 2:50 pm
Community & Businesses
Speaker's Bureau
As an institute of higher education, Rockford University boasts many accomplished Subject Matter Experts among its faculty and staff. We have presented at conferences and meetings, businesses, schools, community, religious, and civic organizations. Beyond providing an informational presentation in our content areas, we can facilitate discussions relevant to your needs. Whether you want to learn about something new, gather ideas about a future initiative, or seek expert opinions, we are your local solution!
Please contact cpel@rockford.edu for more information.
Speakers:
- Ron Lee, PhD
- Bob Evans
- Damian Evans
- Jake Hardesty, PhD
- Deepshikha Shukla, PhD, MBA
- Elizabeth Davies, PhD
- Catherine Forslund, PhD
- Randy Worden
- Chelsea Minor
- Megan Frankfother, MBA
- Kelly Monson, EdD
- Yoandy Cabrera-Ortega, PhD
- Andy Newgren
- Kyle Stedman, PhD
- Michael Perry, PhD
Broad Topics:
- World Religion & Culture
- Business (Please Specify)
- Visual Arts and/or Performing Arts
- Athletics
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
- Education
- Leadership & Management
- Healthcare
- Writing & Composition
- Legacy of the University
- Psychology & Mental Health
- Technology
- Government & Law
- Environmental Science
- Psychology & Mental Health
Most of us provide our service at no charge and love community engagement; however, sometimes a fee may be necessary due to extensive preparation, demonstrations, etc. Please communicate directly with the speaker before accepting an engagement about any charges.
Workshops & Bootcamps
Employer Curated Programs
Building focused partnerships for Continuous Development
Every organization has distinct requirements when it comes to workforce reskilling and upskilling. Rockford University tailors its corporate partnerships to address these specific needs. We begin by actively listening and engaging with our partners to gain a comprehensive understanding of their challenges and objectives. This approach is essential for effectively aligning our expertise with their learning and development goals. Rather than simply providing programs, we focus on cultivating outcome-driven relationships.
Please contact Dr. Deepshikha Shukla at cpel@rockford.edu for an initial consultation.
Our partners:
Scheduling / Hosting Events
Contact Us
815-226-4014
Q&A Session: Elizabeth Davies, Ph.D., Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
09/11/2024 3:44 pm
Q: What drew you to Rockford University?
A: The opportunity to work on a gorgeous campus at an esteemed educational institution that is so committed to its students and community was irresistible! Rockford University has a terrific reputation, and is leading the way in demonstrating a nimble response to the challenges facing higher education; altogether, these factors made me thrilled to join the RU team. In addition, the fact that both RU and my alma mater, Swarthmore College, have a connection to Jane Addams, makes it feel especially like it was meant to be!
Q: What drew you to this specific role?
A: The opportunity to serve as provost with such a dedicated faculty, president, deans, and colleagues, and to support an institution so committed to student success, particularly for first-generation college students, was deeply appealing.
Q: What makes Rockford University so special?
A: Rockford is a unique higher education institution in that it both embodies what is best about the liberal arts tradition- a strong arts and humanities focus, a vibrant intellectual life (as reflected in part by its Phi Beta Kappa chapter), and a wonderful tradition of theater, music, creative writing, and visual arts- coupled with an incredibly strong and successful career focus, as reflected by our education, nursing, business and science programs (among many others!). It really makes a powerful argument for the value of getting a bachelor’s degree. And of course, there are the wild turkeys!
Q: What impact do you hope you make in this role?
A: If I can create more space for meaningful dialogue and communication between all the stakeholders of the university- faculty, students, staff, alumni, administrators, community members, and others- so that we can all collaborate for the betterment of each other and RU, I will feel like I have had a positive impact.
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This article is part of the 2023-2024 issue of Catalyst.
NC-SARA Accreditation
10/05/2022 11:33 am
Professional Licensure/Certification
While the programs offered by Rockford University are intended to prepare a student for licensure/certification that meets the educational requirements as established by the appropriate regulatory board, licensure/certification requirements may vary among jurisdictions. Students should contact their home state’s licensing board to obtain the applicable requirements, rules, and regulations of their home state, and are responsible for determining whether an online distance education program will meet their home state’s requirements for certification, or licensure prior to enrollment. Please select the state below for the appropriate disclosure information for our education and nursing programs.
It is important for you to know the specific requirements of the state in which you intend to apply for licensure/certificate. If you are considering a program that may lead to professional licensure or certification, it is highly recommended you seek guidance from the appropriate licensing/certificate board/agency prior to enrolling in an academic program.
The licensure information is reviewed and updated in August every calendar year. That does not mean it is accurate or current, given the fact state agencies can change licensure requirements at any time.
Licensure/Certification Requirements Key
✓ – Meets
⊘ – Does Not Meet
# – Not Yet Determined
Academic Affairs
01/27/2022 2:46 pm
SCHEDULES
Exam Schedule
- Fall 2025 Exam Schedule (pdf)
- Spring 2026 Exam Schedule (pdf)
Class Schedules
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ACADEMIC CATALOGS
2025-2026 Interactive Online Catalogs
Regulations and Policies Catalog
Undergraduate Academic Catalog
Graduate Academic Catalog
25-26 RU Combined Academic Catalogs (pdf)
Previous Academic Catalogs
- 24-25 RU Combined Academic Catalogs (pdf)
- 23-24 RU Combined Academic Catalogs (pdf)
- 2022-2023 Combined Academic Catalogs (pdf)
- 2021-2022 Academic Catalog (pdf)
- 2020-2021 Academic Catalog (pdf)
- 2019-2020 Academic Catalog (pdf)
- 2018-2019 Academic Catalog (pdf)
- 2017-2018 Academic-Catalog (pdf)
• 17-18 Catalog Errata Sheet (pdf) - 2016-2017 Academic Catalog (pdf)
• 2016-2017 Catalog Addendum – Course Descriptions (pdf) - 2015-2016 Academic Catalog (pdf)
- 2014-2015 Academic Catalog (pdf)
- 2013-2014 Academic Catalog (pdf)
- 2012-2013 Academic Catalog (pdf)
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- 2009-2010 Academic Catalog (pdf)
CALENDARS
• Academic Calendar 2026-2027 (pdf)
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• Academic Calendar 2024-2025 (pdf)
• Academic Calendar 2023-2024 (pdf)
JACCE & CBL
Jane Addams Center for Civic Engagement
The Jane Addams Center for Civic Engagement (JACCE) advances the ideals of Rockford University through the study and practice of citizenship, service, and lifelong learning. We work to connect the classroom to the community, while emphasizing community building and lifetime partnerships.
• Jane Addams Center for Civic Engagement
Community-Based Learning
Community-based learning (sometimes called service-learning) links the classroom to the community in an experiential learning process. In community-based learning (CBL), the professor, the students, and the community agency learn collaboratively while helping the Rockford community.
• JACCE 2021 CBL Handbook
• CBL Approval Form for Fall 2021 Classes
• CBL Civic Engagement Value Rubric
• CBL at RU handout
• CBL Newsletter Fall 2019
• Finding a Community Partner
• Response to College Learning and Democracy’s Future
Anti-Racist Pedagogy
A Midterm Message from The Provost
10/15/2020 1:36 pm
Dear students, faculty, and staff:
I have this reoccurring dream where I am driving on a highway and enter a turn too fast. I start to lose control of the car and go off the road. It is often open grass, a field, or a large open ditch. I wake up before I hit anything. I am having it more often as of late.
It is not too hard to interpret. Life moves fast and before we know it we are forced to pivot but momentum makes it difficult to change course. Sometimes that momentum is shear force. Kinetic energy. Other times that momentum is years of behavior and stagnancy that we have come to see as normal and inevitable. And other times the curve ahead of us is simply and completely unexpected.
Whatever the case, 2020 has provided its share, one might even say plethora (if this word does not make you smile, you need to go right home and watch The Three Amigos), of unexpected turns. And one unexpected turn that is quite welcome is that we have made it to midterms and are still on campus!
Realizing that milestone, in just the last two days I sat down with both faculty leadership and student leadership to check in. To hear their stories. In both cases, the level of stress and concern was palpable. Students and faculty alike stressed over what feels like double the work for same result. They expressed concern as to how the semester will play out and what to expect for the spring.
And here is the thing: there is no way of knowing. It is very likely that we may get to the point of finally feeling as though all is moving along only to look up and once again see a fast approaching curve that we feel unprepared to navigate. There is simply no way to get around that reality.
But here is another thing: we are here. In school. In session. Teaching. Learning. We are at the midpoint. And the opportunity exists for all of us to look inward, readjust, and continue to navigate those turns as best we can, as well as learn from those previous turns that had us scrambling, hearts racing, waiting for a paved and familiar road on which to return.
And I imagine such navigation will go better if we are direct with one-another. If we not only consider but also inquire directly as to one-another’s perspectives and positions. I imagine that we will be better served by seeking solutions and working together rather than giving in to the very understandable yet unproductive path of complaining and worrying about what we cannot control. The turns will come, at times unannounced. And we may have to simply accept that we will be driving a bit out of control in a ditch or field prior to finding the road once again.
We jumped into last half of last spring with nary a week’s notice. We had summer to prepare for this fall – yet consider that we were preparing for something completely unknown and unpredictable. We did some things well. Some things not so well. Let us learn so we can do better the second half of this semester. Let us learn so we can do even better in the spring. But this only happens if we are direct and present and respectful with one-another.
So turn on your video feed when on Zoom if feasible. Increase personal interaction when possible. Continue to spread grace to one-another. Move beyond the temptation to simply decry how difficult it all is – rather, work with one-another to remind ourselves that while the difficulty will not end, while the challenges will not cease to arise, that we are fortunate to not only have one-another, but we are also fortunate to be here.
And unlike so many in our country, in our city, and even in our families, we are working. We are attending school. We are learning. We are living. And that is a beautiful thing. Just recall that retaining and nourishing beautiful things often includes difficulty, uncertainty, and hard work. And all three of those traits are better done together.
Peace. Best. Smile. Later. Sincerely. Live Long and Prosper. (or really any sign-off of your choice),
Provost Perry
Psychology Degree
09/08/2020 10:56 pm
Psychology
Psychology is the study of the human mind and behavior. If you’re interested in how human beings operate, a psychology degree can grant you key insights into these questions. You’ll learn what motivates human behavior by developing your critical thinking and problem-solving skills through a multi-faceted approach to learning. Through this psychology degree, you’ll amplify your ability to conduct rigorous research, help others, and also manage people. So, the principles of psychology have applications in a variety of fields.
Why Study Psychology?
Most employers value the skills that are developed through studying psychology. These skills include the ability to offer analytical insights, skilled reasoning, and effective communication. Even if you choose not to pursue a career as a practicing psychologist, employers will always be interested in employees with these skill sets. For instance, many people with psychology degrees find successful careers in healthcare, human resources, management, or marketing.
Psychology can also open the doors to more specialized education. Many of those with psychology degrees can choose from a range of graduate training opportunities:
- Clinical psychology
- Counseling psychology
- Educational psychology
- Forensic psychology
- Organization psychology
While a degree can act as a road map for your chosen career path, the value of your degree does not solely lie in how quickly it takes you to your eventual employers. This is especially true with the study of psychology.
Humans are a complex species with wants, needs, and behaviors that differentiate and integrate us with other animals. We can make good choices for bad reasons and bad choices for good reasons. We use language to both convince and deter, and the way we interact with each other can often define who we are as individuals.
Psychology helps you understand this. It won’t partner every interaction you have with absolute clarity, but it can give you a window into behavior, motivations, and perceptions. It grants you perspective, which can allow you to develop closer relationships with practically everyone you meet.
Of course, you can’t remove yourself from the psychological equation, either. Through the study of psychology and its principles, you’ll be able to identify your own hidden influences and motivations. This can make you a better communicator to friends, family, employers, and with yourself.
What Can You do With a Psychology Degree?
A degree in psychology opens the door to a multitude of opportunities. Even if you choose not to pursue a master’s degree or more specialist education, you’ll find any number of careers are available to you:
- Behavioral disorder counselors
- Community service operations
- Correctional treatment specialists
- Family or marriage therapists
- Mental health counselors
- Probation officers
- Rehabilitation counselors
- Social services operations
- Social workers
- Substance abuse counselors
With such a wide range of possible careers, you’ll find that your future earning potential will vary. Marriage and family therapists earn a median annual salary of around $50,000 according to 2019 survey data conducted by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Meanwhile, according to the BLS, industrial-occupational psychologists earn a median annual salary of around $93,000.
As stated above, a psychology degree allows for more specialized education at the master’s and doctorate levels. As you progress through these advanced degrees, you’ll find an increased earning potential along with the increased odds of reaching high levels of your chosen career path.
Careers and Internships
Students who major in Psychology or Human Development acquire the skills needed to enter into successful careers after finishing their undergraduate degree. Common career opportunities include school counseling; case management in child welfare or human services; human resources; aging and memory care; community support services; forensic psychology; probation and court services; juvenile justice system support, law enforcement; as well as the option to pursue graduate school.
Students also have the opportunity to complete one or more internships before graduating. The Psychology Department collaborates with several Rockford-area organizations to provide our students with the opportunity to build their professional skills prior to graduation. Below is a list of community partners where our students routinely complete internships.
- Rockford Public School District #205
- Harlem Public School District #122
- Youth Services Network
- Rosecrance: Behavioral Health and Addiction
- Winnebago County Adult Probation
- Winnebago County Juvenile Detention Center
- Rockford Park District
- UW-Health Carbone Cancer Center, Rockford
- Gigi’s Playhouse
- Easter Seals Academy
Where Are They Now?
Rylie Johnson, Class of 2024
Rylie graduated from RU with a B.S. in Psychology and went on to earn her MSc in Clinical Mental Health Sciences at University College London in 2025. During her master’s program, she was accepted into the British Psychological Society. She is currently living and working in London, UK as a clinical research assistant with Imperial College Health Care NHS Trust. She is working on global clinical trials for the prevention and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease through the Imperial Memory Unit at Charing Cross Hospital. She is planning on continuing gaining experience within clinical research and assistant psychologist roles before starting a Doctorate of Clinical Psychology program in the United Kingdom.
Ciara (Elliott) Staley, Class of 2017
Stahly lives in Rockford, Illinois, where she serves as Director of Fund Development for Rockford Promise. She relies on her background in Psychology and Human Development to lead fundraising and community engagement efforts that expand access to higher education tuition free for local students. Ciara was recognized as one of the region’s 40 Under 40 leaders (2025) and selected for the Rockford University’s Outstanding Young Alumni Award in 2025.
Kaleb Price, Class of 2015
Kaleb serves as the Northern Illinois Community Engagement Specialist for i3 Broadband, leading outreach and partnership efforts to expand digital equity across the region. Drawing on his psychology background, he builds meaningful community relationships and drives initiatives that promote connection, inclusion, and belonging. Recognized as Volunteer of the Year (2025) and one of Rockford’s 40 Under 40 Leaders (2025), Price continues to advance his passion for organizational development and inclusive leadership within his community.
Jessie Norman, Class of 2011
Jessie earned her B.S. in Psychology with a minor in Human Development from Rockford University in 2011. She went on to complete a M.S. in Marriage & Family Therapy at Edgewood College in Madison, WI, graduating in 2013. Currently, she serves as the Staff Education Supervisor at Rosecrance Behavioral Health. Norman began her career at Rosecrance in 2013 as a counselor and has since moved into a leadership position in the Learning Department. In her current role, she designs and facilitates training programs to support both new and experienced counselors, as well as staff members who are pursuing higher education in the behavioral health field.
Damir Utrzan, Class of 2011
Dr. Utrzan holds degrees from Rockford University (B.S.), Northwestern University (M.S.) , and University of Minnesota (Ph.D. ). He currently serves as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Horowitz Health, a Minnesota-based behavioral health organization that operates multiple Intensive Residential Treatment Services facilities and an outpatient mental health clinic. Under his leadership, Horowitz Health has become a model for trauma-informed, evidence-based, and ethically driven care—serving individuals with complex co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. He also serves on the University of Minnesota Institutional Review Board and the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advisory Committee for the National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers. He has also been appointed by Governor Waltz of Minnesota to the Mental Health Advisory Council and serves on the Department of Human Services Performance Management Council.
Why Rockford University?
At Rockford University, we take a cross-discipline approach to education. We combine classroom learning from world-class educators with real-life experience alongside experts in the field. Our diverse student body also gives students the ability to learn from each other and gain an additional perspective.
To see all that Rockford University can offer, schedule a personal visit today. You can also request additional information through our website.
Students in the Psychology Department develop an understanding of human thought and behavior through active learning. Our interdisciplinary approach, grounded in science, research and reflection, encourages self-exploration and engagement with the community. This challenging course of study empowers students to develop to their fullest potential socially, emotionally and intellectually.
- APA Student Affiliates
- GRE Resources – Contact The HUB for more information
Scholarships and Awards
Harriet Rheingold Outstanding Psychology Major Award
This award is given annually to a graduating senior student majoring in Psychology to recognize service to the department and the community, as well as a commitment to learning and excellence.
Outstanding Major in Human Development Award
This award is given annually to a graduating senior student majoring in Human Development to recognize service to the department and the community, as well as a commitment to learning and excellence.
Psi Chi Honor Society
Psi Chi is the International Honor Society in Psychology, founded for the purposes of encouraging, stimulating, and maintaining excellence in scholarship and advancing the science of psychology. Open to psychology and Human Development majors or minors who meet the qualifications, Psi Chi is a member of the Association of College and University Honor Societies and is an affiliate of the American Psychological Association and the Association for Psychological Science. Psi Chi members regularly present research at regional and national conferences.
Honors in Psychology
For more information on scholarships relevant to this department, please visit the Academic Catalog.
Psychology
Starr Science Building
5050 E. State St.
Rockford, IL 61108
815-226-4172
Fax:815-394-5166Joel Lynch, Ph.D.
JLynch@rockford.edu
TEAS Exam Request
02/21/2020 6:14 pm
TEAS Exam Testing Information
General Exam Information:
- ATI TEAS exams must be taken in-person by appointment only.
- ATI TEAS exam scores from an online exam will not be accepted.
- TEAS Exam results older than three months at time of application will not be accepted.
- Testing will only be offered on dates listed on the Spring 2026 – TEAS Exam Testing Schedule.
- Before taking the exam, $70 is to be made payable to Rockford University – Office of Student Administrative Services (SAS). SAS is located in Nelson Hall, and can be reached at 815.394.3700 or sas@rockford.edu.
Prepare for the Exam:
- Exam Preparation Resources: TEAS Exam Preparation Materials
- Before your test date, create a student account at https://www.atitesting.com/
- Bring your log-in information with you to exam
On Exam Day:
- Testing Location:
- Howard Colman Library, Main Floor
- Check-in at the Library Circulation Desk
- Rockford University Campus Map
- Students must check in no later than 15 minutes before the exam start time to allow for the onboarding process. The exam will begin promptly at the time designated on the exam schedule.
- Must present a valid ID (i.e. RU ID, driver’s license, passport) with a current photograph, when checking in for exam.
- All testers MUST come with documentation of test payment through SAS. If payment has not been made, and other testers are waiting, the tester without payment will need to reschedule their test.
- Use of electronic devices of any kind are prohibited, including during examination breaks. Devices include but are not limited to cell phones, digital or smart watches, fitness bands, and any other device with recording, internet, or communication capabilities. All devices must be powered off and stored outside of the testing environment. If a student is found with any unapproved items after testing begins, the testing session will be terminated immediately.
- Personal items of any kind, including but not limited to purses, computer bags, backpacks, and duffle bags are prohibited in testing spaces. All items must be stored outside of the testing environment.
- Apparel, including jackets, hoodies, sweaters, coats, hats, and sunglasses are not permitted in the testing environment. All apparel is subject to inspection by the proctor. Discretionary allowances may be made for religious apparel.
- Food and drink of any kind are prohibited in the testing environment.
- Use of a dictionary, textbooks, and notes are prohibited.
- Browsing the Internet or access any outside websites is prohibited.
- No Show Policy: A tester who does NOT show up two (2) consecutive times will NOT be allowed to take any tests through The HUB: Coaching & Testing Services until they meet with the Library & Learning Success Specialist or the Academic Success Coordinator.
More Information & Questions:
For more information about testing rules and procedures, please see the The HUB: Testing Services Regulations and the RU Academic Integrity Policy.
For additional questions, contact the College of Math, Science, and Nursing Office at 815.226.4126, or The HUB for Academic Research Success – Coaching & Testing Services at CLSExams@rockford.edu.
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Registrar
10/11/2018 4:53 pm
The Registrar’s Office posts the class schedule for the University and is responsible for the administration of faculty policies on degree requirements and eligibility of Dean’s List and Distinguished Scholars.
Transcript Request
Transcripts are handled through Student Administrative Services (SAS). Transcripts should be requested online through Parchment. The fee for an electronic transcript is $8.00 per transcript. The fee for mailing or pickup of a physical transcript is $10.00* per transcript. Duplicate requests may result in multiple processing fees. If you have any questions related to transcript requests please contact Student Administrative Services (SAS) at 815-394-3700 or SAS@rockford.edu.
Diploma Reorders
Diploma reorders should be requested online through Parchment. The fee is $40 per diploma. Duplicate requests may result in multiple processing fees. Diplomas are ordered from a third party vendor and may take up to 3 weeks to be received. Once received, it will be mailed to the requestor. Diplomas are ordered in bulk three times per year. If you have any questions related to diploma reorders, please contact the Registrar at registrar@rockford.edu.
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Additional Resources
- Academic Catalogs
- Calendars and Schedules
- Credit Hour Policy (pdf)
- Rockford University FERPA Policy (The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974)
Office of the Registrar
Nelson Hall – 1st Floor
5050 E. State Street
Rockford, IL 61108
815-394-5144
Ann Marie Vickery, Ph.D., Interim Registrar
avickery@rockford.edu
Majors, Minors and Concentrations
06/21/2017 9:25 am
Undergraduate Majors, Minors & Concentrations
Majors
All Majors – Alphabetized
- Accounting (BA, BS)
- Art, Studio (BA)
- 2-Dimensional Art Track (BFA)
- 3-Dimensional Art Track (BFA)
- Graphic Design Track (BFA)
- Art History (BA)
- Biochemistry (BS)
- Biology (BA)
- Biomedical Sciences Track (BS)
- Conservation and Wildlife Track (BS)
- Business Administration (BA, BS)
- Classics & Religion (BA)
- Chemistry (BA, BS)
- Computer Science Tracks
- Cybersecurity Track (BA, BS)
- Game Development Track (BA, BS)
- Management Information Systems Track (BA, BS)
- Web Development Track (BA, BS)
- Criminal Justice (BA, BS)
- Data Analytics (BA, BS)
- Digital Marketing (BA, BS)
- Early Childhood Education (BA, BS)
- Early Childhood Education Studies (BA, BS)
- Economics (BA, BS)
- Elementary Education (Grades 1-6) (BA, BS)
- Elementary Education Studies (BA, BS)
- English (BA)
- Financial Economics (BA, BS)
- Healthcare Administration (BA, BS)
- History (BA, BS)
- History with Secondary Education Licensure Track (Grades 9-12) (BA, BS)
- Human Development Tracks (B.A., B.S.)
- Child & Adolescent Development Track (BA, BS)
- Aging Studies Track (BA, BS)
- Lifespan Track (BA,BS)
- Humanities (BA)
- International Studies (BA, BS)
- Kinesiology Tracks
- Exercise Science Track (BA, BS)
- Exercise Science/Pre-Professional Track (BA, BS)
- Sport Management Track (BA, BS)
- Teaching Licensure Track (BA, BS)
- Teaching Without Licensure Track (BA, BS)
- Marketing (BA, BS)
- Mathematics Tracks
- General Track (BA, BS)
- Computational Track (BA, BS)
- Data Science Track (BA, BS)
- Middle Grades Education (Grades 5-8) (BA, BS)
- Nursing (BSN)
- Political Science (BA, BS)
- American Studies Concentration
- Constitutional Studies Concentration
- Legal Studies Concentration
- Political Ideas Concentration
- Politics & Culture Concentration
- War & Peace Concentration
- Psychology (BA, BS)
- Science, Mathematics and Health (BA, BS)
- Social Sciences (BA, BS)
- Social Work (BA, BS)
- Sociology (BA, BS)
- Spanish Tracks
- Language and Literature Track (BA)
- Translation and Interpreting Track (BA)
- Spanish Teaching Track (BA)
- Special Education (BA, BS)
- Special Education Studies (BA, BS)
- Supply Chain Management (BA, BS)
- Theatre Arts (BA, BS)
- Theatre: Acting/Directing Track (BFA)
- Theatre: Design & Production Track (BFA)
- Theatre: Theatre Performance Track (BFA)
- Theatre: Theatre Management Track (BFA)
Pre-Professional Programs
- Pre-Dentistry
- Pre-Exercise Science
- Pre-Law
- Pre-Medicine
- Pre-Pharmacy
- Pre-Physician Assistant
- Pre-Veterinary Medicine
More details about majors can be found in the Academic Catalog.
Majors - College of Arts & Humanities
- Art, Studio* (BA)
- 2-Dimensional Art (BFA)
- 3-Dimensional Art (BFA)
- Graphic Design* (BFA)
- Art History* (BA)
- Classics & Religion (BA)
- English* (BA)
- History* (BA, BS)
- History with Secondary Education Licensure Track (Grades 9-12) (BA, BS)
- Humanities (BA)
- International Studies* (BA, BS)
- Spanish Tracks
- Language and Literature Track (BA)
- Translation and Interpreting Track (BA)
- Spanish Teaching Track (BA)
- Theatre Arts* (BA, BS)
- Theatre (BFA)
- Acting/Directing Track (BFA)
- Design and Production Track* (BFA)
- Musical Theatre Performance Track (BFA)
- Theatre Management Track (BFA)
*Indicates a minor can also be achieved in this program
More details about majors can be found in the Academic Catalog.
Majors - College of Science, Math & Nursing
Majors
- Biochemistry (BS)
- Biology* (BA, BS)
- Biomedical Sciences (B.S.)
- Conservation and Wildlife (B.S.)
- Chemistry* (BA, BS)
- Computer Science* (BA, BS)
- Cybersecurity Track* (BA, BS)
- Game Development Track* (BA, BS)
- Management Information Systems Track* (BA, BS)
- Web Development Track* (BA, BS)
- Human Development* (BA, BS)
- Child/Adolescent Development Track* (BA, BS)
- Aging Studies Track* (BA, BS)
- Lifespan Track* (BA, BS)
- Mathematics* (BA, BS)
- General Track (BA, BS)
- Computational Track (BA, BS)
- Data Science Track* (BA, BS)
- Nursing (BSN)
- Psychology* (BA, BS)
- Science, Mathematics and Health (BA, BS)
Pre-Professional Programs
- Pre-Dentistry
- Pre-Medicine
- Pre-Pharmacy
- Pre-Physician Assistant
- Pre-Veterinary Medicine
*Indicates a minor can also be achieved in this program
More details about majors can be found in the Academic Catalog.
Majors - College of Social Sciences, Commerce & Education
Majors
- Accounting* (BA, BS)
- Business Administration* (BA, BS)
- Criminal Justice* (BA, BS)
- Data Analytics* (BA, BS)
- Digital Marketing (BA, BS)
- Early Childhood Education (BA, BS)
- Early Childhood Education Studies (BA, BS)
- Economics* (BA, BS)
- Elementary Education (Grades 1-6) (BA, BS)
- Elementary Education Studies (BA, BS)
- Financial Economics* (BA, BS)
- Healthcare Administration (BA, BS)
- Kinesiology* (BA, BS)
- Exercise Science Track* (BA, BS)
- Exercise Science Pre-Professional Track (BA, BS)
- Sport Management Track* (BA, BS)
- Teaching Licensure Track (BA, BS)
- Teaching without Licensure Track (BA, BS)
- Marketing* (BA, BS)
- Middle Grades Education (Grades 5-8) (BA, BS)
- Political Science* (BA, BS)
- American Studies Concentration
- Constitutional Studies Concentration
- Legal Studies Concentration
- Political Ideas Concentration
- Politics & Culture Concentration
- War & Peace Concentration
- Psychology* (BA, BS)
- Social Science (BA, BS)
- Social Work (BA, BS)
- Sociology* (BA, BS)
- Special Education (BA, BS)
- Special Education Studies (BA, BS)
- Supply Chain Management (BA, BS)
Pre-Professional Programs
- Pre- Exercise Science
- Pre-Law
*Indicates a minor can also be achieved in this program
More details about majors can be found in the Academic Catalog.
Minors
- Accounting
- Aging Studies
- AI: Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals
- Ancient and Medieval Studies
- Art, Studio
- Art History
- Bilingual Education
- Biology
- Business Administration
- Chemistry
- Child and Adolescent Development
- Coaching
- Criminal Justice
- Cybersecurity
- Dance
- Data Analytics
- Data Science
- Economics
- English
- English as a Second Language Education (ESL)
- Entrepreneurship
- Exercise Science
- Gender Studies
- Graphic Design
- Health
- History
- International Studies
- PK-12 Education (Physical Education, World Language)
- Latin American, Caribbean, & Iberian Studies
- Lifespan Development
- Linguistics and Translation
- Management Information Systems
- Marketing
- Mathematics
- Music
- Peace & Conflict Studies
- Philosophy
- Physical Education
- Physics
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Religious Studies
- Secondary Education (Biology, Chemistry, English, History, Mathematics)
- Special Education
- Sport Management
More details about minors can be found in the Academic Catalog.
RU Online
RU Online - Majors & Certificates
RU Online Majors
- Accounting (BS)
- Business Management (BS)
- Human Services (BS)
RU Online Certificates
- Accounting
- Bookkeeping
- Finance
- Human Resources
- Leadership
- Marketing
- Operations Management
More details can be found in the Academic Catalog.
Graduate Programs
Graduate - Degrees & Certificates
Graduate Degrees
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Master of Education (MEd)
- Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT)
- Master of Science in Exercise Physiology (MSEP)
- Master of Arts in Sport Management and Leadership (MASML)
- Master of Science in Data Science (MSDS)
Graduate Certificates & Endorsements
- Education Department
- Bilingual Education Endorsement
- English as a Second Language (ESL) Endorsement
- Early Childhood Education Endorsement
- Elementary Education Endorsement
- Special Education (LBS1) Endorsement
- Reading Teacher Endorsement
- Kinesiology Department
- Strength & Conditioning Certificate
- Puri School of Business
- Finance Certificate
- Healthcare Administration Certificate
- Organizational Leadership Certificate
- Project Management Certificate
More details can be found in the Academic Catalog.
For more information about all degrees, majors, minors, and concentrations, please see the Academic Catalog.
