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How Do I Register for Credit Classes?

I am a New Student

I am a Transfer Student

I AM A NEW student entering college for the first time

  1. Meet with an academic advisor to complete an Admissions Application.
    He or she will help you obtain your student ID number and direct you to the COMPASS testing lab.

  2. Take the COMPASS placement test (dates and times).
    Contact Counseling and Academic Advising if you have questions.

  3. Meet with your academic advisor to discuss your COMPASS test results, learn about your academic program and register for classes.
    Request that your high school send an official final transcript to the Office of Admissions and Enrollment Services at Prairie State College.

  4. Pay your tuition and fees.
    Please note that registration is not complete until you have made payment arrangements either online (e-cashier) or through the Business Office, or have received official notification that you have completed all the steps of the financial aid process. If you were asked to submit additional forms to the Financial Aid Office please complete these steps and verify that your award is finalized for registration.

  5. Attend New Student Orientation when they become available.
    Fill out form online. Check back.

I AM transferring to PSC from another college.

  1. Meet with an academic advisor to complete an Admissions Application.
    Applications also are found in Admissions. Mail or deliver your application to the PSC Office of Admissions.

  2. Have your official high school transcript or GED certificate sent.
    Mail or deliver to the PSC Office of Admissions, 202 South Halsted, Chicago Heights, IL 60411.

  3. Have your official college transcript(s) sent.
    Mail or deliver to the PSC Office of Admissions, 202 South Halsted, Chicago Heights, IL 60411.

  4. Submit a Transcript Evaluation Request form.
    The form can be obtained from the PSC Office of Admissions or submitted online Once analyzed a summary of transfer credits accepted towards graduation in the program-major indicated will be mailed. NOTE: During peak season the process takes two weeks, so plan ahead!

  5. If necessary, take COMPASS placement tests.
    It is critical that you complete steps 3 and 4 above (send an official copy of your transcript and complete and return the Transcript Evaluation Request Form). Do not take the compass test until your transfer credits have been reviewed and you receive a summary in the mail. Please call the Credentials Analyst at (708) 709-3509 with specific questions about your transfer credits.

  6. Meet with your academic advisor to discuss your academics.
    You may sign up to choose your date for New Transfer Student Orientation. For additional information visit the Student Orientation Web page.

  7. Pay your tuition and fees.
    Please note that registration is not complete until you have made payment arrangements either online or through the Business Office, or have received official notification that you have completed all the steps of the financial aid process. If you were asked to submit additional forms to the Financial Aid Office please complete those steps and verify that your award is finalized for registration.

Can I Register Online?
Yes, if you've completed at least one semester at PSC. Please note some courses and programs cannot be registered for online.

  1. Before you log in, select courses from this schedule. Then go to the PSC home WebAdvisor page for Students.

  2. You can now pay and set up installment plans online with e-Cashier.

Can I register by phone?
No, we no longer register by touchtone.

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