Visit the Postsecondary Success Center for the waiver code to apply for free.
Seniors that are taking/have taken a dual credit course with Harper now need to complete the Harper application but will indicate they are a "Returning Student". CLICK HERE (page 2) for full instructions.
Harper Promise-eligible seniors should see the section below: Harper Promise: Steps for Seniors to Remain Eligible.
For instructions, see the "Parchment Instructions" section of the transcript page.
Download your score report from your College Board (SAT) or ACT Student login and attach in an email to processing@harpercollege.edu.
If you listed Harper College as a recipient when you registered for the ACT or SAT, you can skip this step.
Once your application is reviewed, you will be emailed a login for your MyHarper portal.
Follow Harper College's STEPS TO ENROLL for next steps that pertain to you.
Examples:
MyHarper portal login
Admissions meetings
Financial aid and scholarships
Placement testing
Orientation
Academic Advising
Course Registration
In addition to the other Harper Promise requirements (attendance, rigor/quality and persistence), the following must be completed as detailed on this checklist:
Submit the Recommitment
Apply to Harper by December 15: Use the application fee waiver code emailed to you to waive the $25 application fee when you apply. Seniors that are taking/have taken a dual credit course with Harper now need to complete the Harper application but will indicate they are a "Returning Student." CLICK HERE (page 2) for full instructions.
Submit your FAFSA between December 1 and May 15, 2025 and include Harper on your college list in the FAFSA.
Community Service Hours: A total of 20 hours senior year are required and should be entered into Infinite Campus (instructions here) before May 2025.
Send Transcript after 1st semester: Request through Parchment that your transcript is sent to Harper (optional but highly recommended).
For questions about applying and admissions, contact:
Sarah Meyer
Admissions Specialist
847.925.6751 ∣ ms15692@Harpercollege.edu
For questions about how your dual credit classes transfer to Harper and fit within your program of study, contact:
Allison Poore Vadopalas
Dual Credit Advisor
847.925.6208 ∣ apooreva@harpercollege.edu
Harper College
Admissions Outreach
1200 West Algonquin Road
Palatine, IL 60067
Building C, Office 103