Contrary to what many students believe the content taught at a community college is exactly the same as that taught at a four year university. I am an engineering major and I can honestly say I have learned volumes of stuff from my competent professors as they are all very dedicated and focused on teaching and helping the students in these 30 or less students per classroom.
Did enjoy being here
I certainly enjoyed my time at Moraine Valley as it has molded me into the student I am today. The environment is very clean, the buildings offer great heating and ac systems, it is very safe, and offers a nice variety of activities and clubs to keep students engaged and out of trouble. Although the college experience will not be attained because the lack of dorms I believe this experience also contributes to the high number of dropouts and students put on probation because they are simply too young to be responsible. Moraine Valley is a great place to learn and grow as a student and a person.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Economically it is the BEST choice a new college student can make. Expenses for about 16 credit hours including books is within the range of $2,000 USD. I simply have not found a reason why someone would like to pay three to five times as much money for the same education elsewhere.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Moraine Valley accepts anyone so there is no application fees or anything like that. Based on ACT scores students might need to take a placement exam. Nonetheless, prospective students if they choose to attend MVCC should keep in mind this is not a high school with more classes. It is a very respected college with brilliant professors and it will be the most challenging thing they will experience coming out of high school. Be ready to give up a lot of your free time and focus on school.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Great for students who do not want to give up their souls to the bank. Most college students are undecided in their first two years whether they know it or not, and this is a great place to start. If you will be paying more else where than you would be at MVCC, then do not think about this twice.
Contrary to what many students believe the content taught at a community college is exactly the same as that taught at a four year university. I am an engineering major and I can honestly say I have learned volumes of stuff from my competent professors as they are all very dedicated and focused on teaching and helping the students in these 30 or less students per classroom.
I certainly enjoyed my time at Moraine Valley as it has molded me into the student I am today. The environment is very clean, the buildings offer great heating and ac systems, it is very safe, and offers a nice variety of activities and clubs to keep students engaged and out of trouble. Although the college experience will not be attained because the lack of dorms I believe this experience also contributes to the high number of dropouts and students put on probation because they are simply too young to be responsible. Moraine Valley is a great place to learn and grow as a student and a person.
Economically it is the BEST choice a new college student can make. Expenses for about 16 credit hours including books is within the range of $2,000 USD. I simply have not found a reason why someone would like to pay three to five times as much money for the same education elsewhere.
Moraine Valley accepts anyone so there is no application fees or anything like that. Based on ACT scores students might need to take a placement exam. Nonetheless, prospective students if they choose to attend MVCC should keep in mind this is not a high school with more classes. It is a very respected college with brilliant professors and it will be the most challenging thing they will experience coming out of high school. Be ready to give up a lot of your free time and focus on school.
Great for students who do not want to give up their souls to the bank. Most college students are undecided in their first two years whether they know it or not, and this is a great place to start. If you will be paying more else where than you would be at MVCC, then do not think about this twice.