Northern Illinois University is a world-class, research-focused public institution. Through internships, research, study abroad, 220 student organizations and more, the faculty and staff of NIU work hard to provide life-changing opportunities. An NIU education is nationally recognized in quality, nationally ranked in value and aimed at providing personal, career and life success for students.
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New Students
If you are a new student interested in learning about Guaranteed Transfer Admissions or applying to CLC
- Contact Student Recruitment & Onboarding at info@clcillinois.edu or (847) 543-2090. Student Recruitment & Onboarding is located in the Welcome and One Stop Center, Grayslake Campus, B114.
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Current CLC Students
If you are a current student at CLC
- Use Navigate to schedule an appointment with your Academic Success Advisor (ASA) to start planning out your Guaranteed Transfer Admission Pathway, or contact the Advising Center at (847) 543-2060 for scheduling information. Advising Centers are located on the Grayslake Campus, B118, Lakeshore Campus, N211 and Southlake Campus, V130.
- Complete the NIU online form at least one year in advance of your first semester.
- Review the Northern Illinois University Guaranteed Admission Agreement (PDF) or visit NIU's official Guaranteed Admission website for more information.