Undergraduate Nondegree-Seeking Application

International Student Information

Name as it appears on passport

Are you currently studying in the U.S.?

Yes

How many years have you studied English?

How will you prove English Proficiency?

ACT
Recommended score of 20 or higher on the English and Reading sections

AP English
English Language and Composition score of 4 or higher

Cambridge A-Level
English (Non ESL) grade of C or higher

Cambridge Assessment
B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency with a Cambridge English score of 176 or above.

English Composition Course
Transcript showing completion of at least two semesters of university-level coursework in English Composition at an accredited college/university in the United States with a grade of 'C' or better

IB Diploma
Completion of the IB diploma program

Duolingo
Minimum score of 105

English Speaking Countries
Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UK, Ghana, Singapore. Other countries may be eligible, please contact us via email.

HKDSE
Score of at least 5 in English language

IELTS
Minimum score 6.5

IB
IB score of 5 or higher on the English Language and Literature exam (if you have NOT completed IB Diploma program)

PTE
Minimum score required: 60

SAT
Recommended score of 500 or higher on Evidence Based Reading and Writing section

ESL Course
Stafford House Language Programs – Advanced Level 6 (CEF:C1)
ELS Language Centers - level 112

TOEFL
iBT score of 80 or higher; 550 on paper based TOEFL

Transcripts
Transcript from a U.S. high school or a high school in which English is the language of instruction and the applicant has completed at least three years with passing grades

In addition to email, what is your preferred communication platform?

Which communication platform do you prefer?

Username or number

Enrollment Information

Are you applying as a nondegree-seeking student to attend a faculty-led course taking place outside of Chicago?

Yes

Which term do you intend to enroll?

Fall

Spring

Summer

Year?

2021

What are you interested in studying?

Academic History

Please provide information about the school you currently attend, or most recently attended.

High School, College, or University Name

School Location

Country

City

Region

Postal Code

A note on transcripts:

Transcripts are not required for admission as a Nondegree-Seeking student.

You must meet the prerequisites for any upper-level class. If you are interested in taking an upper-level class, you must submit official college or university transcripts showing the completion of prerequisites to Columbia College Chicago Admissions for transcript evaluation.

Personal Statement

In 200 words or more, please tell us about yourself and what you hope to accomplish while taking classes at Columbia College Chicago.

Please type your essay below

Disciplinary History

Have you ever been found responsible for a disciplinary violation at any educational institution you have attended from the 9th grade (or the international equivalent) forward, whether related to academic misconduct or behavioral misconduct, that resulted in a disciplinary action? These actions could include, but are not limited to: probation, suspension, removal, dismissal, or expulsion from the institution.

Yes

REQUIRED EXPLANATION

This section is required because you indicated that you have been found responsible for a school disciplinary violation.

Please use the space below to provide details of the applicable situation(s). You may enter up to 650 words.

Criminal History

Have you ever been adjudicated guilty or convicted of a misdemeanor, felony, or other crime? Note that you are not required to answer "yes" to this question, or provide an explanation, if the criminal adjudication or conviction has been expunged, sealed, annulled, pardoned, destroyed, erased, impounded, or otherwise ordered by a court to be kept confidential.

Yes

REQUIRED EXPLANATION

This section is required because you indicated that you have a past history of a misdemeanor, felony, or other crime.

Please use the space below to provide details of the applicable situation(s). You may enter up to 650 words.

Signature

Please review your application and make sure your responses are accurate.

Your admission to Columbia College Chicago will be based on the answers you've provided. Once you have submitted your application and documents, they will become the official property of the college. Please note that you cannot change your answers through this application once you have submitted it.

A note on additional materials:
In instances where we believe it to be necessary, a Columbia representative may request additional information from an applicant. In these instances, the application will not move forward in the review process until these additional items are provided.

Columbia College Chicago complies with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations concerning civil rights. Admissions, financial aid, and employment decisions made by the college are free of any discrimination based on age, race, color, creed, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and national or ethnic origin.

Columbia College Chicago will never sell or rent your personal information, and we take extensive security measures to protect this information. Students can opt out of communications from the college at any time. Visit colum.edu/privacy to read our privacy policy.

Nondegree-Seeking students must be 18 years of age before enrolling at Columbia College Chicago

I certify that I am currently over 18 years of age, or that I will be over 18 years of age before I enroll at Columbia College Chicago.

I certify that the information supplied by me on this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
In place of your signature, please type your full legal name:

Application Fee

Amount Due

Method

Credit Card / Debit Card

Card Security Code

The American Express security code is a 4-digit number printed on the front of your card. It appears after and to the right of your card number.

4-digit Card Security Code:

The verification number is a 3-digit number printed on the back of your card. It appears after and to the right of your card number.

3-digit Card Security Code:

Checking Account

This option is available for bank accounts in the United States. Copy the transit/routing and account numbers from the bottom line of your check. Your check will be processed electronically. You do not need to mail a check.

Routing Number
Account Number