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 - Once you can access the student portal you can take the online placement test. Since the test(s) are very important we recommend you review our placement test website, and visit the Truman Tutoring Center prior to beginning your test(s). The Math and English placement tests can be taken from home, due to Covid-19. 
   • 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) or AP test scores (3 or higher) may be exempt from the placement test. ACT scores are valid for four years                                  
4. Attend Orientation - Once you have completed your placement test, you will attend New Student Orientation. At Orientation, you will hear from an Advisor and about how to choose classes!                                 

KEY APPLICATION DATES & DEADLINES                                        

City Colleges of Chicago is now accepting applications. The Admissions Application Calendar shows key dates for credit students during the 2021-2022 year. Please visit the Admissions Office at the college of your choice or call 773-COLLEGE for more information.