Moraine Valley Community College
Moraine Valley Community College is the second-largest community college in Illinois. The Moraine Valley Community College District 524 covers 139 square miles in the southwest suburbs of Chicago. The district has a population of about 400,000 people and includes 26 communities. The main campus is located in Palos HIlls, and satellite locations are located in Blue Island and Tinley Park.
The Admissions Office assist students with the application and financial aid process. | |
Moraine Valley’s Academic Advising team can help students plan their educational future. Students can meet with an academic advisor to make sure they’re on track for completing their degree or certificate program. Advisors can be seen on a walk-in basis during office hours. Advisors can be reached by email at Advising@morainevalley.edu, or leave a phone message at (708) 974-5721. | |
The Counseling and Career Development Center (CCDC) provides educational, career and human development services at no cost to students. Counselors work with currently enrolled students to help them establish educational goals, develop a career direction, and make personal adjustments to get the most from their college experience. Counselors are available Monday - Tuesday from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Wednesday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. | |
The Center for Disability Services (CDS) provides equal access to students with disabilities to all college programs and to promote student independence and self-advocacy. To achieve this, we provide reasonable and appropriate services and accommodations to otherwise qualified students. We also provide support and education to all members of the college, so as to develop an environment of awareness and mutual respect. | |
The Financial Aid office offers financial aid and information for funding at the federal, state, institutional, and private agency levels. Types of aid include grants, scholarships, work-study employment, and loans. Staff members provide personalized assistance to meet the needs of students. Contact the office by phone at (708) 974-5726, by fax (708) 974-8726, or in person in Building S, Room S107. | |
Testing Services assists students and community residents as they achieve their scholastic and career goals. The Testing Center provides a facility for administering and monitoring tests and offers a wide range of services. The Testing Center is located in Building G, Room G231. |
Career Programs
Career degree programs provide career-specific coursework and typically result in an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree. You can complete these programs and immediately enter the workforce. Most programs can be completed in approximately two years.
Certificate Programs
Certificate programs provide specialized courses to quickly enhance knowledge. You can complete a certificate to advance your career in a specific area of study. They can typically be completed in 1-4 semesters.
Early College Programs
Transfer Programs
Students who intend to earn a bachelor's degree at a four-year school can complete the first two years of their college education at Moraine Valley. Students will enroll in general education courses and interest-specific electives along one of four associate degree paths. These classes are largely the same courses you would complete in the first two years at a four-year school, but by completing them at Moraine Valley, you will save a significant amount of money on the cost of tuition and may be eligible for transfer student scholarships.
The two most common transfer degrees are the Associate in Arts (A.A.) and the Associate in Science (A.S.). These degree programs help prepare you for a variety of majors at four-year schools. Obtaining your associate degree can make it more likely that you will transfer to a four-year school with junior status.
The Associate of Arts degree is for students who plan to major in disciplines such as art, business, criminal justice, education, English, foreign language, geography, history, law, music, philosophy, physical education, political science, psychology, sociology, social work, speech and theater. | |
The Associate of Science degree is for students who plan to major in a science-related discipline such as biology, chemistry, computer science, dentistry, geology, mathematics, medicine, medical technology, nursing, pharmacology, occupational and physical therapy, physics and veterinary medicine. | |
The Associate of Fine Arts degree is designed to meet the unique needs of students who plan to major in art or music. Typically, the bachelor’s degree for art or music majors requires students to complete a sequential list of courses to support a portfolio in the major during their freshman and sophomore years, and will require that students complete additional general education at the transfer school. Students who are interested in art education are recommended to earn an A.A. degree rather than an A.F.A. degree. The General Education courses required for the A.F.A. degree are approved by the Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI); however, the structure of the A.F.A. does not meet the minimum IAI General Education Core Requirements. Students will need to complete the general education requirements of the school to which they transfer. | |
The Associate of General Studies degree is designed to meet the unique needs of a student population with educational goals that do not require a traditional degree program where a specific program of study is required. This degree is not intended to be an entering student's default program of study, and student must work with an academic advisor to determine if they fall into the special population this degree is designed to target. | |
The Associate of Engineering Science degree is suitable for all engineering majors, including but not limited to aerospace, agricultural and biological, architectural, chemical, civil, computer, computer science, electrical, energy management, engineering mechanics, engineering physics, general, industrial, materials science, mechanical, nuclear, and systems engineering. Students are advised to work early on with an academic advisor at the institution they intend to transfer to, as well as at Moraine Valley, to ensure they choose the appropriate courses. | |
The Engineering Pathways program offered at Moraine Valley is a smart and cost-effective way to guarantee transfer admission into the College of Engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. This competitive program is designed for high school seniors who plan to enroll as first-time college students for the fall semester following graduation. The typical applicant has earned mostly A's in high school and has excelled in science and math courses in his or her senior year. Students who are female, low income, first-generation, and/or from underrepresented ethnic groups are encouraged to apply. | |
Moraine Valley maintains more than 30 transfer agreements. The college is proud to partner with four-year colleges and universities to ensure a seamless transfer experience for its students who desire to earn a bachelor’s degree. The college’s various articulation agreements, as listed below, are designed to take any guesswork out of the transfer process, which saves students both time and money. Some programs may have additional application and admittance requirements. Please contact an academic advisor for more information. | |
Moraine Valley creates transfer guides to help students plan for transfer to a four-year college or university after completing an Associate in Arts or Associate in Science degree. These guides are not a contract or guarantee of transferability; the baccalaureate-level requirements are subject to change. Students should consult with an academic advisor from both Moraine Valley and their transfer institution throughout their schooling. Moraine Valley also routinely hosts admissions representatives from four-year colleges and universities on its campus so current students have the opportunity to learn more about their prospective or intended transfer schools face-to-face. Contact the Academic Advising Center at (708) 974-5721 for more information and schedules. |
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English Language Learners
Moraine Valley provides quality English language instruction for students whose native language is not English. We want to help prepare you for further academic study, employment, professional advancement, and personal enrichment. Depending on your needs, you can choose from the English as a Second Language (ESL) program or the Intensive English Language Program (IELP).
Assistance is offered to English language learners interested in enrolling in academic English classes who graduated from a foreign high school, college or university where instruction was primarily given in a language other than English and/or were previously enrolled in an American high school bilingual/ESL program and are a community resident.
English as a Second Language
English as a Second Language (ESL) is offered for adult residents whose native language is not English and wish to develop reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. The college has classes for beginning, intermediate, and advanced level students. ESL classes are offered free of charge.
While the Intensive English programs focus on language development, ESL programs oftentimes take a more holistic approach and provide students with opportunities to learn English and apply it to academic, social, and cultural situations. Listening, speaking, reading, and writing are integrated into a communicative approach curriculum, providing students the opportunity to practice and improve their English language proficiency throughout the six levels.