Get Enrolled, Registered and Ready for Class!

The process depends on the kind of student you want to be and kind of courses you want to take. There is no competitive application process, except for a few select programs.  And you’ll receive personal attention and guidance to help you along the way.

We’re dedicated to helping you achieve success because this is your future.

Credit:

New Student
Earn college credit to transfer to a four-year university or prepare for a career

New Summer-Only
Current or future four-year college students “visiting” Waubonsee to earn credits that transfer back to their home schools

Transfer-In
Transfer in academic credits previously earned at another college or school

Returning
If you have taken a credit course at Waubonsee in the past two years (six semesters), you can likely register for classes right away. If it has been longer than two years, please complete the Readmission Form first so that you can update your personal information and educational goals. Note that if you’ve taken only noncredit and/or high school courses previously and are ready to move into credit courses, you should follow the process for new credit students.

International (I-20)
Enrollment for citizens of a country other than the United States

Noncredit:

Professional Development
Enroll in Professional Development courses

Adult Education
This includes High School Equivalency (HSE), English Language Acquisition (ELA), and other courses that help area residents improve their basic skills in English, reading and math and/or prepare for the GED test at no cost.

Other:

High School
Earn college credit while still in high school.

Online Chat

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Are you thinking of attending Waubonsee? Need help getting started? Chat with an Admissions Advisor!

 
Available Hours:
Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Important Dates by Semester
Spring 2025
Nov. 4 First day of spring registration begins at 8 a.m.
Jan. 21 First day of classes (16-week, first 8-week, first 4-week courses)
Jan. 25 Weekend classes begin (15-week, first 7-week courses)
Feb. 17 12-week and second 4-week classes begin

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Contact Admissions for Help

Schedule an appointment or just stop by and see us to learn all you need to know about starting your college experience here.

See locations and hours below.

Keep in Mind

Remember that you can begin the new student enrollment process at any time. You'll have a few steps to complete prior to course registration, so don't wait!

Always Here to Help

Admissions

(630) 466-5756

Schedule an appointment or just stop by and see us to learn all you need to know about starting your college experience here.

Virtual Hours:
8 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., M-W;
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Th-F

Sugar Grove
Sugar Grove Exterior Student Center

Student Center, Second Floor

8 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., M-W;
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Th-F;

Aurora Downtown
Main Entrance of Aurora Downtown Campus

Student Services Suite, First Floor

8 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., M-W;
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Th-F;

Aurora Fox Valley
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Student Services Suite, Second Floor

8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., M-T, Th-F;
8 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., W;

Plano
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Student Services Suite, First Floor

8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., M, W-F;
8 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., T