- Rockford Business College is dedicated to promoting individual growth through personalized career education. We believe that this begins with young people in high school. Whenever possible Rockford Business College will develop a personalized link with each area high school, providing benefits to students choosing to continue their education at Rockford Business College.
School Highlights
Stautzenberger College-Rockford Career College serves 1,173 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 40:1 is higher than the state community college average of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 53%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 1,173 students
- Private-state tuition: $10,964
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student-teacher ratio: 40:1
- Minority enrollment: 62%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Stautzenberger College-Rockford Career College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Resources
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Stautzenberger College-Rockford Career College
(IL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
29 staff
239 staff
Student Body
The student population of Stautzenberger College-Rockford Career College has grown by 5% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 40:1 has increased from 38:1 over five years.
The Stautzenberger College-Rockford Career College diversity score of 0.71 is more than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,173 students
3,838 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
40:1
21:1
# Full-Time Students
1,173 students
1,091 students
# Part-Time Students
294 students
2,747 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
117 students
328 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,173 students
1,091 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
43 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
3,310 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
18 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
132 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
1%
6%
% Hispanic
26%
26%
% Black
27%
13%
% White
38%
47%
% Two or more races
7%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
4%
Diversity Score
0.71
0.69
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.6833%
40%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
55%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$24,500
$30,400
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $10,964 is less than the state average of $14,261. The private state tuition has declined by 34% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$10,964
$14,261
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
81%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,971
$7,900
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$4,500
Acceptance Rate
100%
92%
SAT Reading
n/a
390
SAT Math
n/a
360
SAT Writing
n/a
355
ACT Composite
n/a
17
ACT English
n/a
17
ACT Math
n/a
17
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- For more than 140 years, RBC has provided relevant, quality programs geared to get people into the workforce quickly. At RBC, students receive the kind of personalized attention they need to help them succeed. Our small classes, combined with a caring and knowledgeable staff, will help make your experience here enjoyable and rewarding. The ultimate aim of our college is to prepare you for the world of work. And based on our placement rates, we're succeeding. Our graduate placement rate typically exceeds 90%, and the vast majority of companies who hire our grads keep coming back for more. Take a look at our program offerings, and I think you'll find there's a program that's just right for you, whether it's a two-year associate degree program, diploma, or certificate. And our program advisory committees, made up of our graduates and employers who hire them, help ensure that the skills they need are the skills we teach. Through the year 2000 and beyond, Rockford Business College has provided opportunities for students to grow and incorporate their skills into their current positions or to further their education with more advanced degrees. All of these opportunities have been made possible by the constant growth, understanding, and courage of one college so as to keep forever changing and fulfilling the needs of Northern Illinois and Rockford area residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Stautzenberger College-Rockford Career College cost?
Stautzenberger College-Rockford Career College's private state tuition is approximately $10,964.
What is the acceptance rate of Stautzenberger College-Rockford Career College?
The acceptance rate of Stautzenberger College-Rockford Career College is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 92%.
What is Stautzenberger College-Rockford Career College's ranking?
Stautzenberger College-Rockford Career College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Illinois for: Diversity in US community colleges, Percent of students receiving financial aid and Highest completion rates.
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