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Student Registration Services

We’re here to assist with navigating the online registration tools through the student portal, adding/dropping credit classes, permit required registration, waitlist information, auditing, address and residency status changes, processing of state 529 savings plans, employer paid tuition and cooperative agreements.

Walk-in Services

  • Office location: Seaton Computing Center (SCC) Room 123
  • Phone: (630) 942-2377
  • Email: registration@cod.edu
    Current students must send requests from their dupage.edu email.
  • Enrollment Lab available during peak season

Course Selection Guidance

For guidance on course selection, contact Counseling and Advising at (630) 942-2259 to discuss your academic plan.

Prospective COD Students

Prospective students need to apply to the Office of Admissions and Outreach in order to be eligible for admission. Contact an Admissions Representative with any questions about the degree and certificate programs offered at College of DuPage.

Priority and All Student Registration Dates

Priority Registration is for returning College of DuPage students with 30 or more completed COD credit hours.

  • Fall Term: First Wednesday of April
  • Spring Term: First Wednesday of November
  • Summer Term: First Wednesday of March

Last day of Priority Registration is the day prior to All Student Registration beginning.

All Student Registration begins one week later for all COD students.

  • Fall Term: Second Wednesday of April
  • Spring Term: Second Wednesday of November
  • Summer Term: Second Wednesday of March

Annual semester dates are found on the Enrollment Calendar.

Registration opens at 8 a.m. CST.

Start of Term Reminders

  • Waitlists expire at 11:59 p.m. on the first day of class (with some exception).
  • Permit Requests to enroll late may be initiated the day after class begins through midterm.
  • Permit Types and explanations are detailed on the Registration Services Permit Information page.
  • Student Holds can be viewed and interpreted on the inside.cod portal via Academic Profile > My Profile.

Search the Current Schedule of Classes

For step-by-step instructions on how to search and register for classes in the student portal as well as other common student tasks, go to the myACCESS and Student Planning Assistance page.

Search Courses

Go to the Enrollment Calendar for priority and all student registration dates for the current and upcoming terms. 

Go to the Academic Calendar for session start and end dates, last date to withdraw (without a refund) as well as observed holidays.

COD offers several types of class formats:

In-Person

Standard classroom based on the main Glen Ellyn campus or one of our Centers. Look at location to determine which campus.

Hybrid (HYB) format

Hybrid classes will have a section code that starts with HYB. They are mix of face-to-face, internet and/or virtual class meeting. Look at the location to determine if there is a face-to face component or if it is fully online.

Online (NET) format

Online classes will have a section code that starts with NET. They are taught exclusively online following instructor timelines and learning outcomes. Only the start and end date will be listed. Students are required to log in daily but may do so at any time except for due dates/times for homework, quizzes, and tests. Students should always view the Section Details for any other requirements as some courses may require in-person proctored exams and webcam enabled live discussions.

Virtual Classroom Meeting (VCM) format

Virtual Classroom Meeting classes will have a section code that starts with VCM. They meet exclusively online in real time at specified days and times using video chat software. This format is designed to allow students regular face-to-face contact in a virtual format.

Contact Information

Office of Student Registration Services
Phone: (630) 942-2377
Email: registration@cod.edu

Regular Hours
Walk-in services are available in Seaton Computing Center (SCC), Room 123 during business hours.

  • Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Student Help Desk: (630) 942-2999

Individuals who need language assistance, call Campus Central at (630) 942-3000 or email campuscentral@cod.edu.