College of DuPage [COD] 2023-2024 Admissions: Acceptance Rate, Requirements, Deadlines, Application Process

Q: What do courses through partner universities mean?

The bachelors degrees offered at DuPage is offered in a 3+1 format. You will complete the final year of the college in one of its partnered universities.

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With an acceptance rate of 100%, the College of DuPage admissions follow an open admission policy. Anyone who fulfills the minimum eligibility criteria will be granted admission. It has an enrollment of around 27,000 students.

Programs offered at the College of DuPage include Associate and Bachelor’s degrees. It also prepares high school students for GED or college curriculum. It offers Bachelor programs through partner universities. It offers programs in the fields of Engineering, Arts, Science, General Studies, Fine Arts, and Applied Science.

SAT or ACT score submission is optional for international students.
It invites admission applications in the Fall, Spring, and Summer sessions.
Only Official Transcripts should be submitted. It does not accept emailed or faxed copies.
College of DuPage offers English as a second language classes available during fall and spring semester
Partner Universities: Benedictine University, Concordia University Chicago, Governors State University, National Luis University, Roosevelt University, and Lewis University

Highlights

Application Portal	Online
Application Fees	USD 20
Acceptance Rate	100%
English Language Proficiency	Required
SAT/ACT	Optional
Mode of payment	Credit card/Debit card
Academic calendar	Semester-Based
Intake seasons	Fall, Spring, Summer
Financial Aid	Loans, Grants, Scholarships
Admission Helpdesk	College of DuPage

College of DuPage Admission Deadlines

Students are requested to submit their admission applications prior to the deadlines. The deadlines are as follows:

Semester	Deadline
Fall	June 30
Spring	November 15
Summer	March 1

College of DuPage International Student Admissions

It accepts international students, provided they submit all the required documents, and apply well before the deadlines. International applicants can apply for bachelor or associate degrees.

Application Portal: International Application

Application Fee: 20 USD

Admission Requirements: International applicants must satisfy the following requirements to be eligible for the College of DuPage admissions-

Completed Application
Official Transcripts
- High school/equivalent
- Should be accompanied by certified translations if not in English.
SAT/ACT/CLT Scores (Optional)
Certification of Finances
Proof of Financial support
Copy of passport
Essay and/or Personal Statement
One Passport Size Photograph

English proficiency Test Score for International Students

International students who apply for admission to College of DuPage are required to submit TOEFL or IELTS Academic test scores-:

A minimum TOEFL score of 40 or an IELTS score of 3 is required for admission to the College.
Students with a TOEFL iBT score of 40-78 or an IELTS Academic score of 3-6 need to complete all relevant placement exams and will be placed in English Language School.
Students with a TOEFL iBT score of 39 or lower or an IELTS Academic score of 2.5 or lower will not be eligible for admission to College of DuPage.

Visa Process for International Students

International applicants need to apply for a student visa to study in the USA. Applicants will require the acceptance letter and I-20 form to apply for a visa.

To be eligible to receive an I-20 from the university, in addition to the academic requirements, you must submit an acceptable certificate of finances.

Documents Required:

Valid Passport
Acceptance Letter
I-20 Form
Certificate of Finances
SEVIS Fee Receipt
Passport Size Photographs
Finally, schedule and attend the visa interview.

College of DuPage Undergraduate Admissions

College of DuPage offers transfer degree and technical education programs in various fields. It also offers ‘3+1 degree’ programs to earn a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts Degree. College grants 9 associate degrees and offers more than 170 career and technical certificates.

Where to Apply: Online Application

Application Fee: USD 20 (Non-Refundable)

Admission Requirements:

Completed Application
Official High School Transcripts
SAT/ACT/CLT Scores
Minimum GPA of 2.75 on a scale of 4.0
Placements Tests, if required
Autobiographical/Personal Statement
Letter of Reccomendation

Applicants who fulfill the minimum eligibility criteria and submit all the required documents are sure to get a place here. It may take 4-5 weeks for the process of application and arrival of the decision. International applicants can contact the following admission officer, in case they have queries.

Gabi Carr
Student Services Center (SSC), Room 2225
(630)942-2979

FAQs

Ques. Do I need to schedule an appointment before I can contact someone from the student admission office?

Ans. It is not required but highly recommended.

Ques. Is it necessary to attend as a full-time student? Can I just take a few courses?

Ans. Yes, you can take as many or as few courses as you choose.

Ques. What do courses through partner universities mean?

Ans. The bachelor’s degrees offered at DuPage is offered in a 3+1 format. You will complete the final year of the college in one of its partnered universities.

Ques. Does the College of DuPage financial aid to international students?

Ans. No, the college does not offer financial aid or scholarships to international students. Students need to pay the full cost of attendance.

Ques. What are the popular programs offered at the College of DuPage?

Ans. Popular programs at College of DuPage are Accounting, Architecture, Information technology, Culinary Arts, Education, Healthcare, Management, Sociology, and Web design.