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The College of DuPage offers both vocational certification, as well as two-year associate degrees. College of DuPage can be a way to start a career, as well as prepare for transfer to another institution.
Visit College of DuPage's Campus
You will hear this a lot if you're considering college as your postsecondary option: visit the campus! It's one of the most important steps in the college search process. Not only does it give you access to staff & students, but helps you get a "feel" for the campus, and to see if it is a good fit for you. College of DuPage is no different - it's an incredible campus, that just happens to be close by. We would encourage all students to check out College of DuPage's campus at some point throughout high school. For more information on how you can do this, check out the Visit COD webpage for more information.
How do I apply?
You can apply online at College of DuPage’s website (www.cod.edu).
Apply Early
Complete the online application as early as possible. An application fee must be paid at the time you apply. If you are on the free/reduced lunch program, a fee waiver is available – reach out to your counselor or The PARC Staff for more information. College of DuPage also requires an official transcript as part of the application process – make sure you request this through SchooLinks.
Do not wait until the last minute to apply to College of DuPage. There are several enrollment steps that need to be followed. In order to apply for scholarships, you need to have already submitted an application. Applying early will also allow you to register for classes during the end of May, to ensure you get the courses of your choice. Make sure to have your placement tests completed, and meet with an academic advisor at College of DuPage by the end of May.
Project Hire-Ed Apprenticeship Program
Apprenticeship programs provide hands-on training to an employee while gaining necessary competency. They offer skills in a particular occupation, help connect to a career pathway, and combine on-the-job training with appropriate instruction. It is commonly referred to as an “Earn and Learn” model. Gradually the apprentice acquires new proficiencies, builds workplace skills, and reaches set milestones. Some of the benefits include earning college credit while earning an income, and students graduating with no college debt! For more information, visit College of DuPage's Project Hire-Ed Apprenticeship Program webpage.
3+1 Bachelor's Degree Programs
College of DuPage has collaborated with prominent local universities to offer bachelor’s degree programs at a reduced cost and with a seamless pathway. Take three years of classes at College of DuPage and one year with a partner institution. The additional fourth year courses are taught by a faculty member at a partner university, typically on COD’s campus. You will earn your bachelor’s degree from the partner university. For more information, visit College of DuPage's 3+1 Bachelor's Degree Programs webpage.
Engineering Pathways
The Engineering Pathways program offers guaranteed, major-specific admission to qualifying students interested in transferring to The Grainger College of Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
To qualify, students must meet specific requirements, including maintaining a 3.5 cumulative GPA for all classes taken at College of DuPage. For more information (including program requirements, visit College of DuPage's Engineering Pathways webpage.
Center for Access & Accommodations
The Center for Access & Accommodations Office can assist students in applying for accommodations at College of DuPage. Students must be able to provide appropriate documentation of a disability to apply and qualify for accommodations.
The Illinois Department of Human Services has a Community College Initiative to assist students with disabilities in furthering their education at an Illinois Community College. For more information, visit this website.
COD Connect Program for Students with Disabilities
Students who have an IEP in high school and want an additional level of transitional support in attending COD classes may be interested in the COD Connect program. COD Connect is a collaboration between College of DuPage and Naperville 203 Connections and is intended for students who are planning to take classes (credit OR non-credit bearing) at COD. Learn more about COD Connect and contact Dana South (dsouth@naperville203.org) with questions.
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