Admissions

1. Apply - Complete the Admissions Application.                                         
2. Log into my.ccc.edu - Once you apply, you will receive an email from AccountManagement@ccc.edu with temporary my.ccc.edu log-in information. Be sure to update your password and remember it!                                           
3. Verify Academic Placement - You can verify your academic placement level by taking a test, or by presenting a college transcript or official ACT/SAT or AP scores to your Truman Admissions Specialist.                                           
   • Placement Tests- A placement in Math and/or English must be completed. Once you are able to access the student portal you can take the Math placement test. The Math can be taken up to 5 times a calendar year. The English placement test can be taken once a calendar year at our Testing Center. Since the test(s) are very important we recommend you review our placement test website, where you can review our placement test preparation materials    
   • Previous College Credit - Students with a grade of "C" or better in equivalent college-level English and/or Math courses may be exempt from the placement test(s). Students must show proof with an accredited college transcript.                                          

   • ACT/SAT or AP Scores- Students with valid ACT scores (21 in math and/or English), SAT scores (540 in English and 530 in Math) or AP test scores (3 or higher) may be exempt from the tests. ACT/SAT scores are valid for 4 years.   

                                              
4. Attend Orientation - Once you have completed your placement test, we strongly encourage you to complete you the New Student Orientation. The Orientation is now offered virtually via Brightspace on your my.ccc.edu and In-person. RSVP for orientation NOW!!   
   

             

KEY APPLICATION DATES & DEADLINES                                                 

City Colleges of Chicago is now accepting applications. The Admissions Application Calendar shows key dates for credit students during the 2022-2023 year. Please visit the Admissions Office at the college of your choice or call 773-COLLEGE for more information.