Adult 21 and Older Student Admissions

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Whether you are a first-time college student or a working professional seeking a career change, College of DuPage has something for all of our adult students (age 21 and older):

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Do you have a question for adult admissions? We will be happy to contact you with any information you may need. Please include your email address!

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New Adult Students to COD

Adult students age 21 and older who have never submitted an Admission Form or taken classes at COD can explore the many options available to adult learners:

Getting started is easy at COD because everything you need to know as a new adult student is outlined for you.
Attend an FYI (For Your Information) Session to learn about a specific program or to meet one-on-one with an adult admissions representative by calling (630) 942-2380.
Find the degrees and certificates that best fit your educational and professional goals.
Meet with a counselor if you are uncertain of your educational or career direction. Advisors will assist you with course selection.
Brush up on your math, writing, reading and speech skills or seek out the help of a tutor in our Academic Assistance/Skills Development Center.
Seek out a new career or learn more about today's ever-changing job market in our Career Services Center.

Current or Former COD Students

Are you currently taking classes at COD and have questions about course selection or degree or certificate requirements? Please contact the Counseling and Advising office at (630) 942-2259 for assistance.

Or, has it been a few years since you last attended COD and you are looking to return? Please contact Campus Central at (630) 942-2380 who will verify whether or not you are still in our system and make the appropriate referral at COD.

Educational Options for Adult Students

The Adult Fast Track program provides busy adults 21 and older with the opportunity to earn an associate's degree in just two years or less by attending classes one evening per week.

Centers for Independent Learning offer more than 160 self-paced, flexible-learning classes.

COD Online classes provide a flexible, self-paced alternative to traditional classes.

Continuing Education offers adults a variety of non-credit courses, workshops, seminars and special events at the Glen Ellyn campus and more than 50 area locations.

Cooperative Education provides hands-on, career-related experience through a paid internship program that offers college credit.

The Honors Program provides an enriching, challenging and unique educational experience.

Field and Experiential Learning combines classroom experience with hands-on learning.