Policies and Forms

Admissions Policy

Moraine Valley Community College is committed to an "open door" admission policy. The college shall admit all high school graduates or the equivalent who demonstrate an ability to benefit from one of its programs, subject only to space limitations. Admission may be denied to an applicant when it is not in the best interest of the college or of the applicant to grant admission.

No person will be denied admission to the college or any of its programs on the basis of sex, race, age, national or ethnic origin, religion, or disability.

Once admitted, students may select courses or programs according to their interests and ability. These are determined by evaluating the individual student's high school experiences, previous test scores and college assessment results. Moraine Valley provides advising and counseling services to help each student choose an appropriate field of study according to individual abilities and interests. With some programs, particularly the Health Science programs, space may not be available for all applicants.

High School Students — Students still in high school, 16 or older, may be admitted to college classes if facilities are available and if there is sufficient evidence that they can profit from the instruction. To be accepted, the student shall be recommended by the local principal or designated representative.

Interested students shall submit completed admission information and a high school student authorization form signed by the appropriate high school official. Forms shall be returned to the Registration Office and presented at the time of registration. All courses taken at Moraine Valley will become part of the student's permanent record.

The $25 Admissions Fee covers new student processing costs. These costs include the review of high school/college transcripts and documents, awarding of AP/International Baccalaureate /Biliteracy credit, New Student Orientation, Academic Advising and assistance with the enrollment process from the time of application.

Employees who recruit and enroll students must refrain from using high-pressure recruitment tactics, such as making multiple (three or more) unsolicited contacts by phone, email, or in-person, or engaging in same-day recruitment and registration for the purpose of securing service member enrollments.

Admission to Health Science Career Programs

Health Information Technology, Radiologic Technology, Respiratory Therapy, Sleep Technology, and Nursing are health career programs leading to an Associate in Applied Science degree. Mammography Technology and Computed Tomography are health science certificate programs. All of these programs have special admission requirements and limited enrollment. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that all admission requirements are met, and all documents and scores are submitted on time. Only complete application files will be reviewed for admission. As part of the admission process, most health science programs require that students submit a health history and physical evaluation. Students may also be required to complete a criminal background check. Students also may be required to have current medical insurance.

Student Classification

Student classification refers to the familiar names for the two undergraduate years at a community college: freshman and sophomore. Your classification is not determined by the number of years of college coursework you have taken but by the number of credit hours you have earned. Please see below to determine your student classification.

• If you have earned 0-29 credits you are considered a freshman
• If you have earned 30 or more credits you are considered a sophomore

Program of Study

To receive financial aid, students must declare an eligible program of study.

Registration

Degree Seeking Students — All degree seeking students must complete placement tests and attend New Student Orientation. Orientation will include registration for the first semester.

All new degree seeking students must enroll in COL-101 College: Changes, Challenges, Choices.

Non-Degree Seeking Students — Students pursuing a certificate or students-at-large may register in person, by telephone, or online from the website. Students who need assistance with educational planning and course selection may contact an advisor.  Students who enroll in composition and/or mathematics courses are required to take placement tests in these areas.

Continuing Students — Currently enrolled students receive priority registration dates for the fall and spring semesters. Academic information for registration is available in the class schedule. All students may register in person, by telephone, or online from the website. Students who need assistance with educational planning and course selection may contact Academic Advising.

Registration for Late-Start Classes — A student may register for a course 12 to 17 weeks in length during the first week of the course. A student may register for a course five to 11 weeks in length during the first three days of the week that the course begins. A student may register for a course four weeks or less in length the first day of the course. After the midterm date of each class, no registration will be allowed and no additions will be made to the class roster.

Application Fee Waiver Documentation

To qualify for a waiver of the $25 Admissions Application Fee, an individual must provide proof of financial hardship or record veteran information on their application (veteran or active). The following is a list of instances where a fee waiver can be granted. Economic need for waiver is defined as the following:

• Student has received or is eligible to receive an ACT or SAT testing fee waiver
• Student is enrolled in or eligible to participate in the Federal Free or Reduced Price Lunch program (FRPL).
• Student’s annual family income falls within the Income Eligibility Guidelines set by the USDA Food and Nutrition Service.
• Student is enrolled in a federal, state or local program that aids students from low income families (e.g., TRIO programs such as Upward Bound).
• Student’s family receives public assistance.
• Student lives in federally subsidized public housing, a foster home or is homeless.
• Student is a ward of the state or an orphan.
• Other request from high school principal, high school counselor, financial aid officer, or community leader.
• Returning students who have $0 expected family contribution (EFC) on FAFSA.

Application Fee Waiver Process:

1. Download the application fee waiver form from the NACAC website.
2. Complete the form with the appropriate high school official or provide appropriate documentation.
3. Bring completed form to the Moraine Valley Admissions office and complete the application in the office. Admissions office is located in Building S, Room S101.
   Please contact the Admissions office at 708-974-5355 or visit Admissions in Building S, Room S101 with questions.