Admissions

I am 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).
   The test takes approximately three hours to complete and is required of all students entering college for the first time. After testing, students will receive information on when to meet with an academic advisor to discuss their scores, develop an academic plan, and register for classes. For more information on COMPASS testing see page 11, or visit the Prospective Students page at prairiestate.edu. Contact Counseling and Academic Advising at (708) 709-3506 if you have any questions. *Please note: ACT scores may be used in place of COMPASS. An ACT score of 22+ in reading and a 17+ in English places a student directly into English 101. An ACT reading score of 22+ exempts a student from having to take the COMPASS reading test. Math ACT placement is determined by a student’s academic program. Students should meet with an academic advisor for further information.
   
   
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 Orientationwhen they become available.
   Fill out form online. Check back.

I am transferring from another college.

1. Meet with an academic advisor to complete an Admissions Application.
   Applications also are found in Admissions and may be mailed or delivered the PSC Office of Admissions, 202 South Halsted, Chicago Heights, IL 60411.
   
   
2. Have your official high school transcript or GED certificate sent.
   Mail or deliver to the PSC Office of Admissions.
   
   
3. Have your official college transcript(s) sent.
   Mail or deliver to the PSC Office of Admissions, Attn: Credentials Analyst.
   
   
4. Evaluate your transfer credits.
   Along with your letter of acceptance from PSC, you will receive a
   Program Evaluation Request form. Follow the directions to complete
   the form and return it to PSC. The form can also be submitted online During peak season the process takes three weeks, so plan ahead. 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 academic advisor to discuss academic programs.
   You may sign up to choose your date for New Transfer Student Orientation. For additional information visit the Student Orientations 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.

Note: Students will not be able to register or drop courses under 100 level through WebAdvisor.

1. Meet with an academic advisor.
   Discuss your academic program, then select and register for classes.
   
   
2. Register for courses.
   Use the current schedule to find the courses most convenient and appropriate for you. Fill out the registration form and register in the Office of Admissions. After your first semester you can use online registration.
   
   
3. Pay 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.
   
   
4. Report address and phone number changes.
   Visit the Office of Admissions. ID required.

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 the current 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.