Frequently Asked Questions
- Admissions
- Prospective Students
- Registration
- Current Students
- Getting Around Campus
- Transcripts
- More Information
Admissions
I want to enroll, but I’m not sure what to do first.
First, you’ll need to complete an
admissions form. You can complete the
online admission form, visit Admissions in the Student Services Center
(Building S), or call (708) 974-2110.
After the college receives your admission form, you will be notified of the next steps you’ll need to take, which usually consists of:
- taking placement tests
- attending new-student orientation
- registering for classes
When do classes start?
The 17-week spring semester begins in January; the 8-week
summer semester begins in June; and the 17-week fall semester begins in
August. Short-term classes, from three to eight weeks, start throughout
the year.
Academic Calendar
How much is tuition?
Tuition/Fees
Is the ACT needed for admission?
No. You will take placement tests to determine the
appropriate level of mathematics and communications courses. If you have
taken the ACT, you may be exempted from part or all of the placement
tests. Contact the Academic Advising Center for more information.
Prospective Students
What are five top reasons for choosing Moraine Valley?
- Cost! Moraine Valley offers a quality education at an affordable price.
- Instruction! Faculty members are highly qualified and committed to helping students learn.
- Scheduling! Flexible class scheduling allows you to choose when and where you want to take classes—online, weekends, evenings, neighborhood centers.
- Options! You have the option of enrolling in transfer programs or career programs.
- Success! Moraine Valley is dedicated to making sure all students succeed.
What programs are offered?
- Moraine Valley offers the first two years of the bachelor's degree (transfer programs) designed for students who intend to graduate from a four-year college or university.
- Career programs also are available for students who want to gain job skills in two years or less.
- The college also provides Adult Basic Education, GED and English as a Second Language classes.
- Moraine Valley also offers continuing education, workforce training and leisure-learning opportunities in various subjects through Workforce Development and Community Services.
What academic credentials are offered?
Associate in Arts (A.A.), Associate in Fine Arts (A.F.A.),
Associate in Science (A.S.), Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.), and
numerous occupational certificates of specialization.
Will my credits transfer?
All colleges and universities accept Moraine Valley’s
courses on the basis of a review of individual transcripts. By carefully
choosing courses, you will meet the general requirements and the
lower-division major course requirements specified by the transfer
school. Contact the Academic Advising Center for more details by
email
or call (708) 974-5721.
Can I get financial aid?
Moraine Valley's Financial Aid Office will assist you in
obtaining financial aid for which you may be eligible. Check out the
Financial Aid
section of our Web site.
What scholarships are available?
Check out the
Financial Aid
section of our Web site.
How do I know if I live in the district?
Moraine Valley Community College District 524 encompasses
all or part of
26
communities in the southwest suburbs of Chicago, Illinois.
Must I take classes on campus in Palos Hills?
Most classes meet on the main campus; however, Moraine
Valley offers classes in many communities throughout the district,
including Moraine
Valley Education Center at Blue Island, and
Southwest Education Center
in Tinley Park. You also can enroll in
online classes.
How can I fit classes into my busy life?
Moraine Valley offers convenient options for earning
college credit, such as evening, weekend, online, short-term,
independent study, and videotaped classes.
I haven't been in school for a while. Will I fit in?
The average age of a Moraine Valley student is 25. The
college offers special programs for adults who haven't been in school
for a while, including an
Adult Learner
Program, workshops and counseling.
I'm worried about doing well. Will I succeed?
Moraine Valley makes every effort to help you do well in
your studies and prepare you for a successful future. The college offers
free tutoring in a variety of subjects.
Academic
advisors are available to help you select the right courses and a
transfer school. Counselors provide a variety of programs and services
to enhance the learning and personal development of students. Many other
student services are available to assist you. All new full-time students
enroll in a one-credit-hour course, COL-101—College: Changes,
Challenges, Choices, during their first semester. COL-101 helps students
achieve success by helping them make the initial transition to college
and develop the skills needed for success.
How do I arrange a campus visit?
Complete the
online
campus visit request, contact Admissions at (708) 974-5355
or email
admissions@morainevalley.edu.
I attend a four-year college or university and am
interested in taking classes during the summer. How can I get more
information?
Information about Moraine Valley’s courses for transfer to
four-year colleges or universities is available on the Summer Transfer page.
How can I get general information sent to me?
Complete the
online
request for information, contact Admissions at (708)
974-5355 or
email us.
Registration
How do I register for classes?
We offer three convenient ways to register:
- By phone—Call (708) 974-2110. (TTY for speech or hearing impaired (708) 974-9556.)
- In person—Visit the Registration Office in Building S, Room S103.
- Online—Register for classes online.
Can I get help in selecting courses?
Definitely.
Academic
advisors will help you in course selection, choice of program of
study, or transfer requirements. You may consult them any time you want
assistance in your academic career.
How do I know if I'm a full-time or part-time student?
Full-time—enrolled in 12 credit hours or more
Part-time—enrolled in 11 credit hours or less
Getting Around Campus
How will I find my classes?
During the first days of each semester, information tables
are staffed throughout campus to direct you to rooms and provide maps.
The student handbook you will receive during your COL-101 class also
includes classroom maps. Signs at all entrances to the college direct
you to individual buildings. Also,
room
maps for each building can be accessed online.
How do I get to campus?
Our online
Travel Directions section provides maps and directions. For
alternate routes, contact College and Community Relations at (708)
974-5375 or email
albano@morainevalley.edu.
Where do I park?
There are nine unreserved parking lots on campus with more
than 4,000 parking spaces. During the first days of the semester, it’s a
good idea to arrive early before your class is scheduled to begin, so
you have sufficient time to find parking and your classroom.
Current Students
How do I pay my tuition?
Moraine Valley offers several
tuition
payment options.
What is the tuition refund policy?
Tuition Refund Policy
Where do I buy my books?
You can purchase textbooks and supplies from the Moraine
Valley Bookstore, located in Building D, or
online.
Where do I get my student ID?
To obtain your photo ID, bring your current class schedule
and a picture ID to Photo ID Services, located in the Student Services
Center (Building S), Student Street, S100.
Do I need a parking sticker?
Students do not need parking stickers.
What holidays are observed?
Academic
Calendar
How do I know if the college is closed during bad weather
or other circumstances?
Information about Moraine Valley closing because of bad
weather or an emergency will be broadcast on the following radio and TV
stations, or you can check our Web site or call. Students, faculty and
staff also will receive an automated phone call (home or cell phone) to
inform them if the college is closed or if classes will be delayed in
starting.
- Radio—WGN (720 AM) and WBBM (780 AM); Zone (94.5 FM)
- Television—WBBM-Channel 2, WMAQ-Channel 5, WLS-Channel 7, WGN-Channel 9, WFLD-FOX 32, and ChicagoLand Television CLTV News
- Online—Moraine Valley's Web site and on the Emergency Closing Center's Web site at www.emergencyclosings.com
- Phone—Call the college's main phone number (708) 974-4300. Additionally, information is available by calling (847) 238-1234 using a touch-tone phone.
- Emergency Mobile Alerts—An alert system providing voice messages to students for all emergency communications. Sign up now!
I am a parent with young children. Is child care
available?
Yes. Moraine Valley's accredited
Children’s Learning Center
is the perfect solution for parents. The center provides high quality
care in an enriching environment for children ages 2 to 5 years.
Space is provided on a first-come, first-served
basis, with priority given to Moraine Valley staff and students.
Transcripts
How do I get a copy of my transcripts?
Transcripts
More Information
How do I get more information or questions answered?
- Ask Moraine Valley! is available 24/7
- Use the online request for information form
- Check the online campus directory
- Email: moraine@morainevalley.edu
- Call the college at (708) 974-5355
- Or write us at:
Admissions Office
Moraine Valley Community College
9000 W. College Pkwy.
Palos Hills, IL 60465-2478
