Moraine Valley Community College

Southwest Education Center in Tinley Park.

The Southwest Education Center in Tinley Park is here to support you every step of the way. Whether you’re exploring your options, applying to Moraine Valley or getting ready to register for classes, our team can help with admissions, financial aid, placement testing and registration.

Current and prospective students can call (708) 974-5400 or complete the form at the bottom of this page to connect with a team member and get personalized assistance.

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  • Academic planning
  • Admissions
  • Computers, scanners and pay-to-print for students and community members
  • Counseling
  • Financial Aid
  • Make-up exams
  • MVConnect and Canvas assistance
  • Payments (credit card)
  • Placement testing
  • Quiet Study Room
  • Registration
  • Student IDs
  • Vending machines

Hours

Monday – Thursday: 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed

The Southwest Education Center closes early when classes aren’t in session. Call (708) 974-5400 to confirm building hours.

Location

17900 S. 94th Ave, Tinley Park, 60487
Phone: (708) 974-5400

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The Southwest Education Center in Tinley Park is Moraine Valley’s first LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified building with many sustainable features.
SWEC’s “green” features include:
Energy-saving geothermal system, which extracts power from heat stored in the earth to make heating and cooling more environmentally friendly and will reduce overall energy consumption
Water-efficient landscaping, vegetative bio-swales and porous paving materials to lessen water waste
Daylighting, sun harvesting and lighting controls to reduce the need for artificial lighting
To learn more about the building’s sustainability features, check out our informational flyer.

Placement Testing
Please call (708) 974-5400 to schedule an appointment to test. Visit the Testing Center for more details on placement testing.

Testing Center Policies
  • A current Moraine Valley photo ID is required to test.
  • No food, drinks, or personal items are allowed in the testing center. (Lockers are available for student use.)
  • All electronic devices must be turned off. Scratch paper and ECBI-issued calculators may be used if indicated by the instructor.

The placement tests are untimed, but you should allow two hours to complete the English and reading tests and one hour to complete the math test. Visit the Testing Center for more details on what to bring and what you need for tests. Learn more about the placement tests including how to prepare, test exemptions, and re-testing policies through Moraine Valley Testing Services.

Questions regarding testing services at the Southwest Education Center? Please call (708) 974-5400.

State of Illinois High School Diploma/Adult Basic Education instructors help students prepare for the State of Illinois High School Diploma, formerly known as High School Equivalency Certificate test. Completing the State of Illinois High School Diploma test allows students to achieve personal fulfillment, continue their education, and advance in the workforce.

The English as a Second Language (ESL) program is designed to help individuals speak, read, and write the English Language. We have programs for beginners, intermediate, and advanced speakers.

The State of Illinois High School Diploma and ESL classes are free and offered at the Southwest Education Center in Tinley Park.

Click here for more information on ESL programs Click here for information on Illinois High School Diploma classes.

Moraine Valley student IDs can be obtained on site at SWEC. A photo ID is required (driver’s license, high school ID, passport, etc.).

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Visit Moraine Valley’s Southwest Education Center to see everything we have to offer right in your neighborhood!

Schedule an in-person tour or explore our virtual campus tour.

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Explore Credit Classes

To explore credit classes that are offered at the Tinley Park location, select “Education Center – Tinley Park” under location and then select “Term” for the semester you would like to view.

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Explore Non-Credit

To explore non-credit classes that are offered at the Tinley Park location, select Education Center – Tinley Park under location and click “Search.”

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