Elmhurst College: The Application Process
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The Application Process

Applying to Elmhurst as an Adult

We try to make the application process as simple—and friendly—as possible. If you have questions along the way, please contact the School for Advanced Learning.

Obtain an Application
Apply as an Adult Transfer Student
Apply as an Adult Freshman
Apply for Non-degree Study
Apply for Teacher Certification
Admission Calendar

Obtain an Application

  • Request an application now by e-mail
  • Apply online
  • Download an application, complete it, and mail it to us (you'll need a free copy of Adobe Acrobat Reader)
  • Call (630) 617-3300 or (800) 581-4723
  • Pick one up in person at the School for Advanced Learning, North Hall, lower level
  • Write the School for Advanced Learning, Elmhurst College, 190 Prospect Avenue, Elmhurst, Illinois 60126-3296

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Apply as an Adult Transfer Student

To apply for transfer admission, submit the following to the School for Advanced Learning:

  • Official transcripts from each college or university you have attended
  • Your high school transcript or GED test results
  • A faculty recommendation
  • Your scores on the ACT or SAT
  • A completed application form
  • A $25 application fee
  • An essay or interview is recommended, but not required.

Exceptions: High school records are not required from transfer applicants who have been out of high school for at least eight years. ACT and SAT scores are not required from transfer applicants who have been out of high school for more than two years and have completed 12 semester hours (or 18 quarter hours) of college credit.

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Apply as an Adult Freshman

To apply for freshman admission, submit the following to the School for Advanced Learning:

  • Your high school transcript or GED test results
  • Your scores on the ACT or SAT
  • A completed application form
  • A $25 application fee
  • An essay or interview is recommended, but not required.

Exceptions: ACT or SAT scores are not required from freshman applicants who have been out of high school for more than eight years.

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Apply for Non-degree Study

To take courses without seeking admission to a degree program, register at the Office of Registration and Records, in Goebel Hall.

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Apply for Teacher Certification

Applicants for Elmhurst's teacher certification program who already have earned a bachelor's degree are considered non-degree seeking. However, such applicants must submit an application for admission and official transcripts from each college or university attended. These are for advising and certification purposes.

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Admission Calendar

For Fall Term, apply before August 1. For Spring Term, apply before January 1. For Summer Term, the deadline is May 1.

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Elmhurst College • 190 Prospect Avenue • Elmhurst, Illinois 60126-3296 • main number (630) 617-3500
Undergraduate Admission • (630) 617-3400 • (800) 697-1871 • admit@elmhurst.edu
Graduate & Adult Admission • (630) 617-3300 • (800) 581-4723 • sal@elmhurst.edu
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