Academic Advising

Step 1. Apply

Complete an enrollment application online. 

Step 2. Transcripts

Send your official college transcripts* and complete a  Transcript Evaluation Request Form to ensure accurate advising and courses are transferred appropriately. If you are pursuing a degree, send your official high school transcripts or high school equivalency exam (HSE) to the Enrollment Services Office before the end of your first semester.

Step 3. Meet with an Advisor and Register

Email an advisor from your PSC email account at advising@prairiestate.edu. Discuss college placement, programs, courses, etc. During the session, you will either register or be directed to complete your college placement exam.

Step 4. Meet with an Advisor and Register

Schedule an appointment with a first-year experience advisor. Discuss college placement, programs, courses, etc. During the session, you will either register or be directed to complete your college placement exam. Set up your appointment here! 

Step 5. Pay for College

Establish payment. You can refer to the business office for payment options, financial aid for grants and loans, veteran services for benefits, or the PSC Foundation for scholarship opportunities.

Questions about tuition and fees also can be answered by the Business Office. Call (708) 709-3577. 

Step 6. Purchase Books and Supplies

View the assigned books by selecting "textbook information" on the Pioneer Portal.

*Official transcripts are not required for enrollment at PSC. It is recommended that official transcripts be received and evaluated as soon as possible to ensure adequate advising and progress towards a degree or certificate.

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Step 1. Update your program and contact information

Speak with a member of Enrollment Services at enrollment@prairiestate.edu to verify your intended program and contact information. Documentation may be required when verifying your residential address.

Step 2. Select your courses and register

View your audit or submit a Transcript Evaluation Request Form to ensure correct course selection. Register for courses via Pioneer Portal.* or complete the Registration Form. If you need assistance choosing courses, email an advisor from your PSC email account at advising@prairiestate.edu.

Step 3. Pay for College

Establish payment. You can refer to the business office for payment options, financial aid for grants and loans, veteran services for benefits or the PSC Foundation for scholarship opportunities.

Step 4. Purchase books and supplies

View the assigned books by selecting "textbook information" on Pioneer Portal.

Step 5. Begin your classes!

Have a great semester!

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Step 1. Apply

Complete an enrollment application online. 

Step 2. Transcripts

Send your official college transcripts* and complete a  Transcript Evaluation Request Form to ensure accurate advising and courses are transferred appropriately. It is also recommended that you send your official high school transcripts or high school equivalency exam (HSE) to the Enrollment Services Office before the end of your first semester.

Step 3. Meet with an advisor and register

Email an advisor from your PSC email account at advising@prairiestate.edu. Discuss college placement, programs, courses, etc.  During the session you will either register or be directed on how to complete your college placement exam.

Step 4. Pay for College

Establish payment. You can refer to the business office for payment options, financial aid for grants and loans, veteran services for benefits, or the PSC Foundation for scholarship opportunities.

Questions about tuition and fees also can be answered by the Business Office. Call (708) 709-3577. 

Step 5. Purchase Books and Supplies

View the assigned books by selecting "textbook information" on Pioneer Portal.

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Step 1. Apply

Complete an enrollment application online. 

Step 2. Transcripts

Send your official college transcripts* and complete a  Transcript Evaluation Request Form to ensure accurate advising and courses are transferred appropriately. If you are pursuing a degree, send your official high school transcripts or high school equivalency exam (HSE) to the Enrollment Services Office before the end of your first semester.

Step 3. Meet with an Advisor and Register

Email an advisor from your PSC email account at advising@prairiestate.edu. Discuss college placement, programs, courses, etc. During the session, you will either register or be directed to complete your college placement exam.

Step 5. Pay for College

Establish payment. You can refer to the business office for payment options, financial aid for grants and loans, veteran services for benefits, or the PSC Foundation for scholarship opportunities. Questions about tuition and fees also can be answered by the Business Office. 

Step 6. Purchase Books and Supplies

View the assigned books by selecting "textbook information" on Pioneer Portal.

*Official transcripts are not required for enrollment at PSC. It is recommended that official transcripts be received and evaluated as soon as possible to ensure adequate advising and progress towards a degree or certificate.  Please note, official high school transcripts reflecting completion of secondary school are required if you plan to apply for financial aid.

What If I Never Attend?

Course attendance is important to academic success. You must attend the courses you register for at Prairie State College. If you register for a course and never attend, you run the risk of being dropped from the course(s). If you will be unable to attend any courses in which you enrolled, you must drop them. Refer to the academic calendar and the college refund table for applicable dates. Use the A-Z index where information is arranged alphabetically.

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We want international students to have a successful academic and personal experience while attending PSC. Prior to enrolling at PSC, international students must have successfully completed the equivalent of 12 years of schooling, including primary and secondary levels.

You must comply with the following requirements:

1. Educational Records. You must present official records of all schoolwork completed or attempted. All records must list the subjects taken, grades earned, or examination results in each subject, you must also supply all certificates and diplomas. If these are in a language other than English, they must be accompanied by an official English translation. The credentials must be certified by an official of the school issuing the documents or by a United States consulate official. Uncertified copies are not acceptable.
2. English Proficiency. Proficiency in English at a college level is demonstrated by a TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 61 (internet-based). Or IELTS (English Language Test) score of 6.5. TOEFL or IELTS scores are valid for 2 years. The TOEFL may be waived if the national language of your home country is English. You can contact PSC's International Student Advisors for more information on English proficiency at (708) 709-7809. Contact the nearest American Consulate in your home country for dates when TOEFL will be administered. On arrival at PSC you must complete an English and reading assessment.
3. Financial Resources. To be considered for admission, you must furnish evidence that adequate provision has been made for all your financial needs while studying in the United States.
4. Local Sponsor. If you have a local sponsor, you must indicate who it is. The local sponsor must be an American citizen or a permanent resident who will be financially responsible for you while you attend PSC.
5. Application Deadline. All credentials need to be submitted at least four months prior to the proposed admission date. PSC does not provide housing. You must show that housing arrangements have been made by your local sponsor.

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International students who are transferring to Prairie State College from another school must complete the required Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) requirements in order to transfer their I-20 and maintain their F1 student visa status.  You may risk your visa status and violate the student visa regulations if you fail to do so.

You must complete the following if you are transferring to PSC:

1. Complete the Admissions Application as well as the Application for I-20 and submit it to one of our International Student Advisors.
2. Complete the Transfer In Authorization Form.
3. Submit a copy of your most recent I-20 from your previous school.
4. Submit photocopies of your passport (picture page), F1 visa, and I-94 printout (www.cbp.gov).
5. Submit official transcripts from the previous school and complete a Transcript Evaluation Request form.

Your transfer is not completed until you register for classes. Upon completion of the above steps, you will receive a new I-20 from a Prairie State College DSO. 

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