Level UP-
Summer 2014
Apply Now.
City Colleges of Chicago
Level UP into college credit.
City Colleges of Chicago
Attn: Level UP 13th Floor
226 W. Jackson
Chicago, IL 60606
Email level_up@ccc.edu
Call 773-265-5343
Visit www.ccc.edu/LevelUP
Level UP is a 4-6 week winter session designed for City Colleges of
Chicago students to jumpstart students into college credit and the
college experience.
Program Overview:
Get ahead with Level UP, a free program for incoming students at City Colleges of Chicago. This program will prepare
you for college-level coursework and a college environment. Students can save up to $3000 in tuition and textbooks and
eliminate up to 3 semesters of classes in 4-6 weeks. Not only can you accelerate your education in English and Math,
but develop a support system with peers, faculty, and staff. Get involved with a close community of highly motivated
peers & supportive teachers. Choose a schedule that fits your needs (a half day for one subject or whole day for both
English and Math), with a morning and afternoon sessions available.
Submit your application to:
City Colleges of Chicago
HWC: fax: 312-553-5964;
OHC: fax: 773-291-6473
WWC: fax: 773-481-8620
MXC: fax: 312-553-3306, email preferred.
KKC: fax: 773-602-5521, email preferred
email: level_up@ccc.edu
Seats are limited! Apply early!
Selection Criteria:
Incoming City Colleges of Chicago student with high school diploma or GED
Current City Colleges of Chicago students not enrolled in credit courses
Application Process Checklist
Complete the following steps prior to the posted deadline date to be considered for the Level- UP program:
Complete the City Colleges of Chicago application form and the Level UP application
(Optional) Obtain a recommendation from one of your high school instructors or advisors
Take the COMPASS test
Mail, fax or email documents to:
City Colleges of Chicago
Email level_up@ccc.edu or fax to one of the numbers above.
Level UP Application
Please complete this application and mail, fax or email:
City Colleges of Chicago Attn: Level UP 13th Floor
226 W. Jackson Chicago, IL 60606
City Colleges of Chicago
email level_ups@ccc.edu or fax to specific campus: HWC: fax: 312-553-5964; OHC: fax: 773-291-6473; WWC: fax: 773-481-8620;
MXC: fax: 312-553-3306, email preferred; KKC: fax: MXC: fax: 312-553-3306, email preferred.
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FIRST NAME
LAST NAME
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DATE OF BIRTH
STREET ADDRESS
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
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PHONE
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EMAIL ADDRESS
Intended Course of Study/Major
High School or Most Recent Post-Secondary Institution
Do you already have a CCC student ID?
If yes, please provide:
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Have you already taken the COMPASS test? If so, please provide COMPASS Score for the following subjects:
Math
Reading
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Preferred Level UP Session College select one location below and check course(s):
Harold Washington College:
Session I: June 30th to July 25th
 Math: 9am -12pm, (Monday-Thursday) 
 Math: 1pm-4pm, (Monday - Thursday) 
Session I: June 30th to July 25th
 English 9am-4pm, (Monday & Wednesday) 
 English 9am-4pm, (Tuesday & Thursday) 
Orientation for new students June 26th from 10-11am & 2-3pm.
Malcolm X College:
Session I: June 23rd to July 18th
 Math: 9am to 12 pm, Monday-Thursday 
 English (Reading Writing): 9am to 12 pm, Monday-Thursday 
 Math: 1pm to 4pm, (Monday-Thursday) 
 English (Reading Writing): 1pm to 4pm, (Monday-Thursday) 
Kennedy King College:
Wright College:
Session I: June 24th to July31st
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Math: 2pm to 5pm (Monday thru Thursday) 
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English (Reading Writing): 2pm to 5pm, (Monday thru
Thursday) 
Olive-Harvey College:
Session I: June 23rd to July 31st
 Math: 9:00am to 12pm, (Monday & Wednesday) 
 English: 1pm to 4pm, (Monday & Wednesday) 
 Reading: 9:00am to12pm, (Tuesday & Thursday) 
 Chemistry: 1pm to 4pm, (Tuesday & Thursday) 
Session I: May 12 - May 28th
 Math: 9am – 1pm, (Monday – Thursday) 
 English (Reading Writing): 2pm – 6pm, (Monday – Thursday) 
Session II Math: June 6 – June 21
 Math: 9am – 5pm, (Friday & Saturday) 
Session II English (Reading Writing): June 9 – June 26
 English (Reading Writing): 2pm – 6pm, (Monday – Thursday) 
Session III June 23 – August 1
 Math: 9am – 1pm, (Monday & Wednesday) 
 Math: 9am – 1pm, (Tuesday & Thursday) 
Session IV Math July 28 – Aug 14
 Math: 9am – 1pm, (Monday – Thursday) 
Session IV English: July 7 – July 24
English (Reading Writing): 10am – 1pm, (Monday – Thursday) 
All of the information contained in my application is complete, factually correct and honestly presented.
Signature
Date
My parent/guardian grants me permission to enroll in Level UP.
Parental signature (required for students under 18)
OPTIONAL Level UP Letter of Recommendation
This portion of the application is not required. Please complete and mail, fax or email to:
City Colleges of Chicago
email level_ups@ccc.edu or fax to specific campus: HWC: fax: 312-553-5964; OHC: fax: 773-291-6473; WWC: fax: 773-481-8620;
MXC: fax: 312-553-3306, email preferred; KKC: fax: MXC: fax: 312-553-3306, email preferred.
Instructions to Student: Please fill out the top part of this form with your name and student ID number; then ask one of
your high school instructors or counselors to complete.
FIRST NAME
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LAST NAME
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CCC STUDENT ID # (Please leave blank if you haven’t received it.)
Instructions to Teacher/ Counselor: Please complete the information below for the student indicated above. Level UP is
a program for motivated students prior to taking college credit. This is a free 4-6 week summer program that focuses on
academic and career success. Any questions regarding this recommendation form or the program please contact City
Colleges of Chicago 773-COLLEGE (773-265-5343) or to level_up@ccc.edu.
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How long have you known the applicant? _____________________
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Comments (optional):
Note: You may attach an additional sheet if you wish.
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