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We are currently experiencing longer than usual processing times (up to two weeks) for admissions applications. lf you are a Spring 2025 applicant wanting to do flex start classes, please contact the Admissions Office immediately at (815) 280-2493 to expedite your application. The applications for fall and summer 2025 will be activated on December 1st.
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Registration is open for spring 2025 classes.
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JJC student ambassadors are students who promote and positively represent the college at various college functions.
What does a student ambassador do?
• Welcomes and greets the public at JJC
• Conducts campus tours for new students, schools, classes and guests
• Represents and assists during college events put on by JJC departments
• Works with diverse populations and provides tips on being a successful student
• Assists with variety of office related tasks
• Attends monthly meetings and required trainings.
• Help create social media content for the JJC Admissions office
There are many perks to becoming a JJC student ambassador! If you are a current student and are interested in becoming an ambassador, you can learn more about applying to the program in the MyJJC portal.
Interested in having a student ambassador at your event? Contact us to submit your request.
Ask your high school to send us your official, sealed high school transcript or high school equivalency record (GED, HiSET, TASC). Transcripts can be sent to admissions@jjc.edu.
Joliet Junior College accepts home school or high school transcripts from entities that are state or regionally accredited. For more information, please see High School Transcript Validation.
You must have your foreign transcript evaluated. JJC recommends sending your foreign transcripts in to be evaluated by the National Association of Credentials Evaluation Services (NACES) approved evaluator of your choice. If you have taken any high school courses, which may waive a college course requirement, or have earned college credit at a school abroad, our Registrar office will only accept a NACES report for evaluation. Current approved members can be found at www.naces.org. The evaluation MUST be a "Course by Course" evaluation translated into English.
You must meet at least one of these requirements to become a new student:
If you are under 18, you can apply as an Early Admission Student. View our "High School Student" tab below.
These programs require a second application. See our Health and Occupational Sciences Students information below.
If you are a first-time student at JJC, but have earned at least 12 credit hours at another college or university, you are considered a New Student with Earned College Credit.
These programs require a second application. See our Health and Occupational Sciences Students information below.
You must meet at least one of these requirements to attend JJC:
If you are under 18, you can apply as an Early Admission Student. View our "High School Student" tab below.
These programs require a second application. See our Health and Occupational Sciences Students information below.
You are considered a former student if you have:
All former students must apply to JJC again.
These programs require a second application. See our Health and Occupational Sciences Students information below.
If you are a veteran or military member, you can take advantage of several benefits. Questions? For more information, call (815) 280-2966 or email VeteransBenefits@jjc.edu.
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These programs require a second application. See our Health and Occupational Sciences Students information below.
Undocumented students are welcome at JJC! Students must meet the requirements and follow the directions listed below.
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The JJC Board of Trustees revised the residency policy (Reference No. 3.2.1-3.2.5) to include non-citizen applicants in August 2014.
The policy states that undocumented students can attend JJC at an in-district tuition rate as long as they have lived in District 525 for at least 30 days before the start of the semester.
These programs require a second application. See our Health and Occupational Sciences Students information below.
If you want to take JJC classes for a semester to transfer back to your four-year school, you're considered a guest student. Typically, four-year university students do this in the summer to save money and get ahead.
If you have questions about registering for classes, call 815-280-2497 or wwwreg@jjc.edu
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Questions? Watch our video on how to Register and Drop Classes.
See if you fit into one of these categories.
Students must complete the following steps no later than 14 days prior to the first day of the semester.
Complete an Early Entry enrollment form (PDF). Then, submit this form to the JJC Admissions Office. Email admissions@jjc.edu or mail to JJC Admissions Office, 1215 Houbolt Rd., Joliet, IL 60431.
Note: At its discretion, JJC may request to interview any applicant for the Early Entry Program. Placement testing may be required at the discretion of the department chairperson or the appropriate Dean.
If you are majoring in Nursing or Education. There is a potential scholarship that you might qualify for please go to Will County Heroes Nursing and Teaching Scholarship (ARPA Grant) | Joliet Junior College (jjc.edu) for more detailed information.
These programs require a second application. See our Health and Occupational Sciences Students information below.
Current high school students can enroll in selected courses to receive both high school and college credit at the same time. Dual Credit classes are as demanding as a typical college course.
JJC's school code is 001699.
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Visit our Admitted Students page with your student and follow all of the steps.
These programs require a second application. See our Health and Occupational Sciences Students information below.
JJC proudly accepts international students from all over the world. Want to learn more about becoming an international student? Email Intlstudent@jjc.edu or complete the online request form.
International Students: Get Started
These steps are only applicable to those who are requesting or currently hold an F-1 student visa.
After you have been admitted as a student at JJC, you will receive e-mail communication to complete the steps below to request an I-20, which is the immigration document needed to apply for an F-1 student visa.
*If you hold a valid visa status other than F-1 and you have a social security number, then apply to JJC as a new student, following these instructions.
**If you hold a valid visa status other than F-1 and you do not have a social security number, then call (815) 280-6709 or email cmas@jjc.edu to ask about next steps.
If you are already in the U.S. on a non-immigrant visa type other than F-1, you will need to change your immigration status to F-1 in order to enroll in classes towards earning a degree from JJC. For further assistance and information regarding the change of status process, please contact the International Student Services office at intlstudent@jjc.edu or (815) 280-2870.
Please note the deadline dates below for complete applications and all supporting documentation:
Learn more about JJC's International Students program. This school is authorized under Federal law to enroll non-immigrant students.
JJC provides access to third party links and information as a courtesy to our students. The College claims no responsibility for the content, reliability and/or activities of this linked, third-party website(s).
These programs require a second application. See our Health and Occupational Sciences Students information below.
JJC offers non-credit Continuing Education and courses for those with special interests. Students of all ages can register for these classes without filling out a JJC application.
The following programs require you to fill out a second application (and meet additional admissions criteria). Make sure to complete a JJC application first, before applying to these programs.
Beginning with the May 15-31, 2025 application period, new application and admissions criteria will be enacted. Changes are outlined below.
Students must:
CNA Requirement – Beginning with the June 1-15, 2024 application period and all future application periods, all applicants must have completed a CNA course or have completed the JJC NA 101 course. Applicants must have a CNA certificate and be eligible on the CNA Registry prior to the application period.
All nursing programs (CNA, RN, LPN, LPN Transition) strongly recommend that all students be fully vaccinated and boosted for Covid-19 prior to entrance into the program in order to complete clinical requirements of the program. Proof of other immunity and/or vaccination, a drug screen and criminal background check are also required and will be communicated to applicants when provisionally accepted into the program. If a student is accepted into the program and fails the criminal background check or drug screen and/or does not have the mandatory vaccinations, the student will be removed from the program.
If so, complete a transcript evaluation form. Make sure to select "Associate in Arts" and the correct applicant type located under the Transfer Evaluation Request Information section. Then, order official transcripts from your former college to be sent to the JJC Transfer Credit Evaluation Office. Questions? Email transfercredit@jjc.edu.
Students must meet at least one of following requirements.
The ATI-TEAS (Test of the Essential Academic Skills Version 7) exam evaluates math skills, reading comprehension, English and science proficiency.
How to Study for the Exam
What You Need to Know About the Exam
TEAS Scores & Eligibility
Students who score an 82 or above on the TEAS Composite are guaranteed to be admitted into JJC's nursing program depending on:
If there are more students than available seats, a ranking system will be used to determine who gets admitted first (see below). Students who score below 82 will also be ranked. Minimum TEAS score is 60.
After Taking the Exam
Schedule an appointment with a nursing advisor. Call 815.280.2435. Note: Make sure you have met placement test requirements and have submitted college transcripts first (if applicable).
Each eligible application will be given a number for anonymity. All demographic data will be removed. Applications are sent to the Nursing Admissions Committee.
When Will I Know If I've Been Accepted Into The Program?
Within 3-5 weeks of submitting the nursing application, students will receive an email sent to their JJC email account informing them if they qualified.
Applicants will be scored and ranked based on:
*If a class was taken more than once, the most recent grade will be used. If a student has "clepped" out of a class (CLEP Test), the grade will be counted as a "C"
Important
This criteria is subject to change. It is the applicant's responsibility to review the criteria on a regular basis.
Students who want to earn a bachelor's degree in nursing should complete JJC's Associate of Applied Science degree first and then enroll in an RN to BSN program at a four-year college/university.
Another option for students is complete the Associate in Arts degree and transfer to a college/university with a pre-licensure nursing program or nursing major.
JJC has agreements with several institutions.
Thinking about becoming a nurse out of state?
Before you start at JJC, contact the nursing licensing agency in your chosen state. Ask them if JJC coursework meets requirements for you to to take a nursing exam in that state. Learn more about nursing state requirements
The Nursing program has special admissions criteria and limited enrollment. Applicants are responsible for making sure they meet all requirements of the program and that they provide all requested documents to JJC. Only complete files will be considered.
For Nursing (R.N) - Associate in Applied Science
Start Classes in the Fall Semester (August 2025)
Apply between May 15-31, 2025 (transcripts must be submitted by March 1, 2025)
Start Classes in the Spring Semester (January 2026)
Apply between October 15-31, 2025 (transcripts must be submitted by August 1, 2025)
If a student is not admitted into the program, they must apply again.
All nursing programs (CNA, RN, LPN, LPN Transition) strongly recommend that all students be fully vaccinated and boosted for Covid-19 prior to entrance into the program in order to complete clinical requirements of the program. Proof of other immunity and/or vaccination, a drug screen and criminal background check are also required and will be communicated to applicants when provisionally accepted into the program. If a student is accepted into the program and fails the criminal background check or drug screen and/or does not have the mandatory vaccinations, the student will be removed from the program.
If so, complete a transcript evaluation form. Make sure to select "Associate in Arts" and the correct applicant type located under the Transfer Evaluation Request Information section. Then, order official transcripts from your former college to be sent to the JJC Transfer Credit Evaluation Office. Questions? Email transfercredit@jjc.edu.
The ATI-TEAS (Test of the Essential Academic Skills) exam evaluates math skills, reading comprehension, English and science proficiency.
How to Study for the Exam
What You Need to Know About the Exam
TEAS Scores & Eligibility
Students who score an 82 or above on the TEAS Composite are guaranteed to be admitted into JJC's nursing program depending on:
If there are more students than available seats, a ranking system will be used to determine who gets admitted first (see below). Students who score below 82 will also be ranked. Minimum TEAS score is 60.
After Taking the Exam
Schedule an appointment with a nursing advisor. Call 815.280.2435. Note: Only do this once you have submitted your college transcript(s) and license, as well as completed the Placement Test (if necessary) and ATI-TEAS Exam.
Each eligible application will be given a number for anonymity. All demographic data will be removed. Applications are sent to the Nursing Admissions Committee.
When Will I Know If I've Been Accepted Into The Program?
Within 3-5 weeks of submitting the nursing application, students will receive an email sent to their JJC email account informing them if they qualified.
Applicants will be scored and ranked based on:
*If a class was taken more than once, the most recent grade will be used. If a student has "clepped" out of a class (CLEP Test), the grade will be counted as a "C"
Students who are JJC district residents will receive priority when ranking. If there are seats available after in-district students are awarded a seat, then students who are out-of-district will be awarded a seat based on their ranking.
Important
This criteria is subject to change. It is the applicant's responsibility to review the criteria on a regular basis.
Thinking about becoming a nurse out of state?
Before you start at JJC, contact the nursing licensing agency in your chosen state. Ask them if JJC coursework meets requirements for you to to take a nursing exam in that state. Learn more about nursing state requirements.
Application Period for LPN to RN Pathway.
NOTE: The LPN to RN Pathway will not run in the fall semester of 2025.
Start Classes in the Spring 2026 Semester
Apply between October 15-31, 2025. Transcripts must be submitted by August 1, 2025 (if applicable).
Students must submit the following:
If a student is not admitted into the pathway, they must apply again.
Students must:
If so, complete a transcript evaluation form. Then, order official transcripts from your former college to be sent to the JJC Transfer Credit Evaluation Office. Questions? Email transfercredit@jjc.edu.
The ATI-TEAS (Test of the Essential Academic Skills Version 7) exam evaluates math skills, reading comprehension, English and science proficiency.
TEAS Scores & Eligibility
Students who score 82 or above on the TEAS composite will be guaranteed admission into the Radiologic Technology program when an application to the program is completed and all of the above requirements are met. In the event there are more students in the Guaranteed Admission category than available seats, a ranking system will be used.
Students who score 75 - 81 on the TEAS composite will be provisionally admitted to the Radiologic Technology Program. Provisionally admitted students will be admitted using the ranking system.
After Taking the Exam
Schedule an appointment with the radiologic technology advisor. Contact 815-280-2658 to get an appointment set up.
Note: Make sure you have met placement test requirements and have submitted college transcripts first (if applicable).
Admissions to the Radiologic Technology program will be determined by a point ranking system. Each eligible applicant will be given a number for anonymity by the admissions office. Applications will be sent to the Radiologic Technology Admissions Committee to be scored and ranked by the following criteria:
These additional general education courses are not required to be considered for admission, but they are required for completion of the Radiologic Technology AAS Degree. Taking these courses will add points to the applicant's overall score used in the ranking system above.
Important
This criteria is subject to change. It is the applicant's responsibility to review the criteria on a regular basis.
The Radiologic Technology program has special admissions criteria and limited enrollment. Applicants are responsible for making sure they meet all requirements of the program and that they provide all requested documents to JJC. Only complete files will be considered.
Please read the admission criteria above before submitting your application.
Radiologic Technology Application
If a student is not admitted into the program, they must apply again.
Upon admission to the Radiologic Technology program, all students are required to have on file in the Department of Health Professions and Emergency Services (If granted admission, the applicant will be informed as to when these requirements must be completed. The applicant does not need to complete these requirements until notified):
For questions about the admissions process, call the Student Advising Center at 815-280-2673.
Students must be able to:
In-district students have first right of admission. Out of district students will be admitted if spaces are available. Learn more about residency requirements.
If so, complete a transcript evaluation form. Make sure to select "Associate in Arts" and the correct applicant type located under the Transfer Evaluation Request Information section. Then, order official transcripts from your former college to be sent to the JJC Transfer Credit Evaluation Office. Questions? Email transfercredit@jjc.edu. Must be submitted by January 15.
The ATI-TEAS (Test of the Essential Academic Skills Version 7) exam evaluates math skills, reading comprehension, English and science proficiency.
TEAS Scores & Eligibility
Students who score an 86 or above on the TEAS Composite are guaranteed to be admitted into JJC's sonography program dependent on:
If there are more guaranteed admission students than available seats, a ranking system will be used to determine who gets admitted first (see below). Students who score below 86 will also be ranked.
Admissions to the Diagnostic Medical Sonography AAS Program will be determined by a point ranking system. Each eligible application will be given a number for anonymity. All demographic data will be removed. Applications are sent to the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Admissions Committee to be scored and ranked by the following criteria:
These additional general education courses are not required to be considered for admission, but they are required for completion of the AAS Degree. Taking these courses will add points to the applicant’s overall score used in the ranking system above. Higher grades in these classes will earn more points. All courses must be passed with a 'C' grade or higher.
If these courses are not completed at the time of application, they must be completed prior to starting sonography courses in the fall.
Important
This criteria is subject to change. It is the applicant's responsibility to review the criteria on a regular basis.
The Diagnostic Medical Sonography AAS degree program has special admissions criteria and limited enrollment. Applicants are responsible for making sure they meet all requirements of the program and that they provide all requested documents to JJC. Only complete files will be considered.
Diagnostic Medical Sonography Application
If a student is not admitted into the program, they must apply again.
Upon admission to the Diagnostic Medical Sonography AAS program, all students are required to have on file in the Department of Health and Public Services:
If granted admission, the applicant will be informed as to when these requirements must be completed. The applicant does not need to complete these requirements until notified.
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Questions? Call Sandra Barrera at 815.280.2247 or e-mail sbarrera@jjc.edu.
If so, complete a transcript evaluation form. Then, order official transcripts from your former college to be sent to the JJC Transfer Credit Evaluation Office. Questions? Email transfercredit@jjc.edu.
The Veterinary Medical Technology Program has special admissions criteria and limited enrollment. Applicants are responsible for making sure they meet all requirements of the program and that they provide all requested documents to JJC. Only complete files will be considered.
Veterinary Medical Technology Application
Vet Tech Experience Form
The Office of Admissions will acknowledge receipt of your application and indicate any missing items. A student's file will not be reviewed until all of the above-mentioned paperwork is received by the Office of Admissions.
Please read carefully to ensure all steps have been completed.
If granted admission, the applicant will be informed as to when these requirements must be completed. The applicant does not need to complete these requirements until notified.
Important note: For questions about the admissions process please call Sandra Barrera at 815-280-2247 or email sbarrera@jjc.edu. If you’ve completed placement testing or your college transcripts are already evaluated, please call 815-280-2658 to schedule a 30-minute advising session with Pam Nugent, Respiratory Care Program Director. Mandatory information sessions are held throughout the semester.
The online Respiratory Care application for the AAS degree program will be available the month of March, for the opportunity to begin the program in Fall. If a student is not admitted to the program or chooses to defer acceptance, the student will need to re-apply the following year. No application will be kept on file after the start of classes.
The Respiratory Care AAS degree program has special admission criteria and limited enrollment. Applicants are responsible for ensuring the requirements are met and all necessary documentation is on file. Only complete files will be considered.
Students who have met the above admissions criteria are free to apply to the Respiratory Care Program beginning the month of March to enter the point ranking system.
Joliet Junior College holds its recruiters to the code of conduct and ethical practices established by the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO). The college defines recruiters as any college employee who meets with prospective students, regardless of the department in which they reside. No third-party contractors are currently used to recruit students. New admissions staff members are trained as part of their orientation to the department. In addition, college-wide sessions reviewing the AACRAO guidelines are held for all faculty and staff at the beginning of each semester during Welcome week. As a result college employees understand the importance of adhering to these guidelines. JJC strives to provide each prospective student with accurate & timely information so that each student can make their college destination decision without false or misleading information in a pressure-free environment.