Steps to Getting Started at
COLLEGE OF DUPAGE
Check off each step as you complete them!
□ 1. Apply! Go online to www.cod.eduCreate a profile and answer the questions following the
examples. You will receive your acceptance letter approximately 2 weeks after you submit your admissions
form. The non-refundable $20 admissions-recording fee must accompany your admissions form. If you have any
questions about your application please call the Admissions Office at 630-942-2380.
□ 2.Create your student MyACCESS online student account. After you receive your COD
acceptance letter and COD ID number go To myaccess.cod.edu and select: “I ‘m New to MyAccess”. Read the
instructions carefully.USER ID:
Remember your PASSWORD____________
YOUR MYACCESS USERNAME AND PASSWORD WILL BE USED FOR EMAIL, APPLYING FOR
SCHOLARSHIP AND BLACKBOARD. IT IS IMPORTANT SO DO NOT FORGET IT!
□ 3. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (www.fafsa.ed.gov) and Scholarships
(www.cod.edu/scholarships). Visit the FAFSA
website to determine what a student may be eligible f
or in terms of federal grants or loans. Many scholarships are due in early spring (February/April) If you h
ave any questions about financial aid please call the Financial Aid Office at 630-942-2251 or visit them in
the SSC 2220.
□ 4. If you have an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) Contact the Center for Access
and Accommodations (SSC 3249).
If you received accommodations in high school you can meet
with someone from the Center for Access and Accommodations to learn about what you may be eligible for
here at COD. For more information call 630 942-4260
□ 5. Take the necessary placement tests. Testing Lab, BIC 2405, (630) 942-2400.
No
special preparation or appointment is necessary for these no-fail placement tests. A picture ID is required.
Take placement tests before meeting an advisor or going to orientation. You will need proof of your ACT
score if you scored 20 or higher (this exempts you from the reading and writing placement test). Sample
questions for the tests can be found on the following website www.act.org/compass/sample/.
□ 6. Contact Counseling and Advising (630) 942-2251. Make an appointment with an
advisor to discuss your placement test results and assist with your class placement. You may
also attend a BEGIN@COD session to discuss your class options.
□ 7. Register for classes (SSC 2222). Your options to register are: 1) in person or 2) by phone or 3)
online through your MyAccess account. Once you have registered print out a copy of your schedule. You
will be required to prove prerequisites prior to registering for a Chemistry course at College of DuPage.
For more information call 630- 942-2377.
□ 8. Pay your tuition by your payment deadline. Look in your MyAccess account for deadline dates.
Tuition is due in full the day of registration unless a payment plan is selected. If you do not make
arrangements for payment of tuition by the deadline date, you will be dropped from your classes.
Applying for financial aid is the students responsibility. (see flip side of the sheet for more information on
financial aid). If you would like to sign up for a payment plan please do so via your MyAccess student
online account.
□ 9. Buy your books. Textbooks are usually available 3-4 weeks before the start of the term. Bring your
class schedule with you. You can print a copy of your class schedule via MyAccess online student account.
You can purchase your books online or on-campus. If you want to purchase your books online go to
www.codbooks.com
□ 10. High School Transcripts needed if it contains your ACT scores or if you took chemistry for 2
semester with a “C” or better and plan to take chemistry in college. Please send to records office.
If you want
more
information
please
contact the
appropriate
office.
Office Area Code (630)
Phone#
Bookstore
942-2360
Business and Technology Division
942-2592
Center for Independent Learning
942-2130
Counseling & Advising
942-2259
ESL Academic and ELI Advising
942-2259
GED Testing
942-2851
Access and Accommodations (IEP/504)
942-2154/2306
Health Sciences Admissions
942-3898
Campus Central/Information
942-2380
Liberal Arts Division
942-2047
Records
942-3338
Registration
942-2377
Student Financial Assistance
942-2251
Student Activities Office
942-2243
Testing Office
942-2401
FINANCIAL AID AND SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
Visit the Financial Aid section of our website at www.cod.edu
Financial Aid is based on many factors such as family income and number of family members. In order
to see if the student qualifies they must fill out the FAFSA (student can get a copy from their high
school counselor or by visiting www.fafsa.ed.gov). Seniors should not apply for financial aid until after
January 1st of your senior year.
COD school code is 006656
PLANNING ON TRANSFERRING TO ANOTHER INSTITUITION?
Visit www.itransfer.org, if you intend to transfer to a college/university.
1 Year Estimated Tuition & Fees
(Fees are based on attending 2 terms (1 year) )
In-District
$140 per credit hour
Full Time 15 hours (average)
$4,200
Full Time 12 hours (minimum)
$3,264
Out of District
$327 per credit hour
Full Time 15 hours (average)
$9,810
Full Time 12 hours (minimum)
$7,848
Out of State
$397 per credit hour
Full Time 15 hours (average)
$11,910
Full Time 12 hours (minimum)
$9,528
+
Approximate cost for Books/Supplies $1,527
FYI: Parking. No parking permit is needed.
Premiere Parking Lots cost $75 a semester.
Updated 02/20/14 RA
Questions?
Call (630) 942-2396
Rio Almaria
almaria@cod.edu
College of DuPage
Campus Central
425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
APPLY TODAY
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