Student Services During COVID-19
Student services and resources are available via phone, video chat and email during the COVID-19 pandemic. Please visit COVID-19 Student Resources for more information.
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) provides emergency financial assistance
to eligible College of DuPage students who are experiencing financial hardship related
to COVID-19 that could adversely affect their academic success.
The Governor’s Emergency Education Relief Fund (GEER)
The Governor’s Emergency Education Relief Fund (GEER), established under the Federal CARES Act, supports targeted initiatives to enroll
and retain underrepresented, first generation, and high economic need students. Eligible
College of DuPage students who are experiencing barriers created by the COVID-19 pandemic
may apply. Applications will be funded on a first come, first serve basis until moneys
are exhausted.
Student Emergency Relief Fund
The College has established a Student Emergency Relief Fund to provide assistance to students who are financially struggling as a result of the pandemic. Students who are in need can apply at foundation.cod.edu/covid19relief.
Assistance with Financial Aid
College of DuPage provides a comprehensive range of services that help bridge the gap between the financial resources of students and their families and the cost of education. Students attending College of DuPage are strongly encouraged to apply for financial assistance in the form of federal and state grants, Federal Work Study, scholarships and Federal Direct Loans. For assistance with financial aid, please contact the Office of Student Financial Assistance at (630) 942-2251.
Payment Policy
College of DuPage requires all students to enroll in a payment plan or pay their account balance in full at the time of registration. If you have not enrolled in a payment plan, or your account balance is not paid in full at the time of registration, you may be dropped from your classes for the amount owed.
Contact Information
Office of Student Financial Assistance
Student Services Center (SSC), Room 2220, (630) 942-2251
Fax: (630) 942-2151
Hours through Feb. 5, 2021
Monday to Thursday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.