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New Student Information Presentation

Admissions Policy

Joliet Junior College maintains an open-door admissions policy; applicants are eligible for admission if they are one of the following:

High school graduates or those with a high school equivalency (GED, HiSET, or TASC) certificate
Applicants who have completed a home-school course of study. (These students will need to furnish the following documentation in support of their admission application.)
A transcript listing the courses taken while engaged in home study.
The grades for the courses attempted and completed.
Attendance records for the period covered during the home study program.
An explanation of the grading scale employed for the home study program.

The above information should be prepared and certified by the individual who administered the principal instruction or the administrator in charge of the home school program. The above information is consistent with transcripts compiled by private schools in the state of Illinois. Home schooling is considered by Illinois law to be consistent with private school education.

Anyone 18 years of age and older or transfer students from other colleges and universities who meet one of the above criteria.

In addition, the following categories of students may be admitted with the approval of the Director of Admissions and Academic Affairs:

High school students 16 years of age who obtain prior approval from the high school in which they are currently enrolled.
Young adults 16 years of age who have severed all connections with the high school district in which they are a legal resident.
Students less than 16 years of age in a gifted or accelerated program who obtain prior approval from their high school district and from Illinois Community College District 525.

Additional information regarding early-entry enrollment may be obtained from jjc.edu> Getting Started > Admissions > High School Students > Early Entry .

All students must fill out an application. Admission to the college does NOT guarantee entrance into a particular course or program of study. The college reserves the right to establish selective admissions procedures and to give preference to residents of Illinois Community College District 525.

Students who intend to pursue a B.A. or B.S. degree at a state university in Illinois must meet minimum admission requirements as set forth in Illinois Public Act 86-0954. Students who meet these requirements based on their high school record and/or based on the placement tests in the case of English/mathematics will be admitted as baccalaureate candidates.

The specific requirements that students must meet based on their high school record are as follows:

Four (4) years of English (emphasizing written and oral communications and literature);
Three (3) years of social studies (emphasizing history and government);
Three (3) years of mathematics (introductory through advanced algebra, geometry, trigonometry or fundamentals of computer programming);
Three (3) years of science (laboratory sciences); and
Two (2) years of electives in foreign language, music, vocational education or art.
Up to three of the 15 units of coursework required may be distributed by deducting no more than one unit each from the categories of social studies, mathematics, sciences and electives and completing those three units in any of the five categories.

Getting Started at JJC

Visit jjc.edu > Getting Started > Admitted Students for a full list of steps with active links.

Step 1: Submit an application for admission and other required credentials

Complete an online admission application at jjc.edu> Getting Started > Admissions > Who Are You? (Application Forms) . New students will receive an acknowledgment letter in the mail and a follow-up email to their JJC email account with detailed information on the admission and registration processes.

Step 2: Look up your MyJJC username and create your password.

MyJJC is where students view information that pertains to them including class schedule, important dates and deadlines, ad so much more. Your account is created 24 - 72 hours after applying to JJC.

Step 3: Complete the New Student Presentation located in MyJJC (requires JJC username and password) so you can learn how to become a successful JJC student.

Step 4: Submit your most current official high school transcript or equivalency record (GED, HiSET, or TASC).

Please contact your high school and have transcripts sent to the Admissions Office (1215 Houbolt Rd, Joliet IL, 60431 or [email protected] ). If you are still in high school, a current copy of your transcript will be accepted. These must be on file for appropriate math and science placement.
Proof of high school graduation or equivalency is required for selective admissions programs.
Note to students with foreign transcripts: To prove U.S. high school equivalency, you must have your foreign transcript evaluated. JJC accepts and evaluates foreign transcripts from independent and private foreign educational credential services in the US that are members of the National Association of Credentials Evaluation Services (NACES) www.naces.org . Evaluations of High School credentials only can be general evaluations. Evaluations reports submitted to JJC must be in English. In lieu of an evaluation, students may submit official transcripts showing they passed the U.S. high school equivalency (GED, HiSET, or TASC).

Step 5: Did you earn credit from another college or university?

Be sure to submit official college transcripts to the Registrar’s Office and complete a Transfer Credit Evaluation Form which can be found at jjc.edu> Student Resources > Registrar > Transfer Credit Evaluation .

Step 6: Complete placement testing and/or submit your eligible scores to the Admissions Office.

All new degree-seeking students, or those planning to take a course with placement prerequisites, must take the JJC placement exam or have an alternate testing measure on file with the college.
ACT and SAT scores must be submitted directly from the testing company. Visit jjc.edu > Student Resources > Testing Services > Placement Testing for additional information regarding JJC placement exams.
The Joliet Junior College Placement Exams are offered at the following locations: Main Campus (A-1138 in Campus Center), Romeoville Campus (RMA-1039), and City Center Campus (room JCTR-6002). See “ Placement Testing Information ”.
Students who submit current, eligible ACT, GED, HiSET, SAT, or TASC scores may waive the Placement Test. Please call (815) 280-2261 to learn more.
Students can also use high school GPA for placement and may need to take a placement test. All official high school transcripts must be sent to the Office of Admissions for evaluation. Visit jjc.edu/placement for details on using high school GPA for English and math placement.
The placement tests are all untimed, the accommodation of having extended time is not necessary. If you feel you may need additional accommodations on the placement test, please contact Disability Services at 815-280-2230 or [email protected] to discuss what accommodations are needed.

Step 7: Review Cost and Payment options. Also, consider applying for Financial Aid and Scholarships.

You are responsible for payment of tuition and fees by due date after registering for classes.
To avoid the risk of being dropped from classes for non-payment, students must pay in full or enroll in the college’s automatic, online tuition payment plan by their due date.
Financial aid applicants must have completed the FAFSA application and demonstrated eligibility to be awarded prior to their tuition due date. If the amount of the financial award does not cover the balance due, students must either pay the difference in full or enroll in the college’s automatic, online tuition payment plan by their tuition due date.

Step 8: Now you are ready to sign up for classes!

Remember to sign up for an Advising Session (requires MyJJC username and password) Here you will meet with an Advisor to plan and register for your first semester schedule.
JJC offers accommodation to students with verified disabilities. Students needing accommodation should contact Disability Services as soon as possible. For further information please call (815) 280-2230 or visit the office in Campus Center room A-1125.

Pay tuition and fees by their tuition due date

Placement Testing Information

All new degree-seeking students, or those planning to take a course with placement prerequisites, must take the JJC placement exam or have an alternative testing measure on file with the college.

Important Information about Placement Testing

Students must have a current and valid JJC admission application on file. If you have not applied for admission at JJC, or if it has been more than one year since you applied, please fill out a JJC online application before completing the Placement Test at jjc.edu> Getting Started > Admissions > Go Straight to the Application (Application Forms) .
Placement testing is offered on a walk-in basis. Remote placement testing requires an appointment.

What to Bring or Not to Bring?

Students must bring a valid photo ID for all Placement Testing.
Cell phones and electronics are not allowed in the testing center.
The ALEKS math exam will provide an on-screen calculator when appropriate. Use of calculators not provided by the ALEKS placement exam is prohibited.

What if I already took other placement tests?

Students with qualifying and valid alternate placement measures such as ACT, SAT, PSAT, High School GPA, or transition courses may not need to take a placement test. Please visit jjc.edu/placement for a full list of acceptable placement measures.

How long are my test scores valid?

Reading and Writing Placement Scores expire after 48 months.
Math Placement Scores expire after 24 months.

Retaking the Placement Testing

Retakes are available remotely (by appointment) or at the Main Campus, Romeoville Campus, and City Center Campus. There are no retake fees.

English Retakes

Two attempts at English testing (Reading and Writing test) are permitted each semester if a student has NOT already begun the respective English course sequence (i.e., reading and writing).
Students are eligible for a third testing attempt only after completing an English course within their course sequence or successful completion of Accuplacer remediation through JJC’s Tutoring and Learning Center.

Math Retakes

Students may retake the math exam even after beginning their sequence. A mandatory 3 hours must be completed in the ALEKS Prep and Learning modules before math testing attempts 3, 4, and 5.

Placement Testing Locations and Contact Information

To obtain information regarding test dates, times and locations; or to schedule an appointment:

Placement testing is offered on a walk-in bases in Testing Services at Main Campus (A-1138 in Campus Center), Romeoville Campus (RMA-1039), and City Center Campus (JCTR-6002) OR remotely (by appointment).

How do I schedule a testing appointment?

Visit jjc.edu/placement for the most up-to-date information on scheduling a testing appointment, campus availability and hours, alternate placement measures such as ACT, SAT, PSAT, or High School GPA, testing polices and guidelines such as what is not allowed in the testing centers and more.

How long is the test?

Placement tests are untimed. Testing times may vary depending on sections taken.

What if I need some exam preparation or review?

Students who wish to review for the Placement Test should call the Tutoring and Learning Center for free exam preparation and study materials. Review materials are also posted at jjc.edu > Student Resources > Tutoring & Learning > Test Preparation .

What if I need test accommodations?

The Placement Test is an untimed, computerized test. Students with verified disabilities who need test accommodations beyond extended time should contact Disability Services at (815) 280-2230.

Important information for students enrolled in prerequisite courses for English or mathematics:

Initial placement is based on Placement Testing Scores. Note to students registered for future semester(s): Once final grades are in, those who have not earned a “C” or better grade in prerequisite English writing or mathematics courses must drop the higher-level course. The English writing sequence is ENG 098, ENG 099, and then ENG 101. The reading sequence is ENG 020, ENG 021, and then ENG 101. The English writing and reading sequence for students who place in both ENG 099 and ENG 021 is ENG 096, and then ENG 101.

English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

The English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program aims to prepare non-native speakers of English with the academic skills and strategies integral to their success in future undergraduate and graduate studies. Students looking to take an EAP reading course within the ENG 070 sequence or EAP writing course within the ENG 080 sequence will need to take the Accuplacer ESL Reading Skills and WritePlacer ESL tests. Please visit the Center for Multicultural Access and Success at Main Campus A-1108 or by calling (815) 280-6680 for more information about the EAP program and support.

English Placement for Students Transferring to JJC

Students who have completed the equivalent of ENG 101 at another college with a grade of “C” or better may enroll in ENG 102 or any literature course. Courses with an IAI (Illinois Articulation Initiative) number of CI 900 are equivalent. Courses from private and out-of-state institutions must be evaluated individually by the department chair or through the transcript evaluation process. Students must submit proof of the prerequisite course to the instructor at the first class meeting. Qualifying reading and writing placement test results from another institution may also be accepted if they are proctored and valid (unexpired). Effective September 1, 2013, Placement Testing scores will only be accepted if they are less than four years old. Official Placement Testing Score Reports should be sent directly to Testing Services in room A-1138 (Campus Center) at Main Campus.

Math Placement for Students Transferring to JJC

Students that have completed a college math course at another institution with a grade of “C” or better can email unofficial transcripts to the Math Placement Specialist at [email protected] to register for subsequent math courses. Qualifying Math placement test results from another institution may also be accepted if they are proctored and valid (unexpired). Official Math Placement Testing Score Reports should be sent directly to Testing Services in room A-1138 (Campus Center) at Main Campus.

My JJC Portal and Student Information Kiosks

Serving as the portal for all online resources available at Joliet Junior College, the My JJC Porta l (jjc.edu > MyJJC) provides students access to their academic records, such as student profiles, grades, unofficial transcripts, course schedules, payment of tuition and fees, good driver discount, verification of enrollment, and academic summaries. Students also have access to online registration and financial aid information via Student Self Service and can apply for job-training grant vouchers.

Students can access the MyJJC Portal from any Internet capable computer or can utilize special kiosks on campus. These kiosks are located in the Campus Center, J-Building, Library, D-Concourse, and T-Building.

Check out MyJJC, your one-stop shop for:

Focused communications
Class schedule

Registration

Financial aid
Paying your tuition and fees

New Students with Earned College Credit

Submit an official high school/high school equivalency (GED, HiSET, or TASC) to the JJC Admissions Office at Main Campus room A-1020.
Note to students with foreign transcripts: To prove U.S. high school equivalency, you must have your foreign transcript evaluated. JJC only accepts World Education Services (WES) www.wes.org or Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) www.ece.org evaluations for review. Please have your evaluation translated into English – can be general evaluation. In lieu of an evaluation, students may submit official transcripts showing they passed the U.S. /high school equivalency test (GED, HiSET, or TASC).
To prove college/university equivalency: Have your college level international transcript evaluated by a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) www.naces.org/members.html approved organization such as Education Credentials Evaluators (ECE) or World Education Services (WES). JJC only accepts “course-by-course” evaluations.
Submit a JJC transcript evaluation request form online. For more information, visit Office of the Registrar web page jjc.edu > Student Resources > Registrar > Transfer Credit Evaluation .

Determining course placement

If a student plans to take an English, math, or world language course, or a course requiring a prerequisite, he or she must have earned a “C” or better in 15 hours of liberal arts and science courses, submit a valid alternate placement measure, or take the placement test prior to enrollment. See Placement Testing information .
Students who have attended another college or university prior to entering Joliet Junior College and/or those students who begin a course of study other than a transfer program may meet these requirements on the basis of having achieved a grade of “C” or better in 15 hours of liberal arts and science courses, which must include courses comparable to JJC ENG 101, math at the 100 level (excluding BMAT 101, TMAT 107and TMAT 108), laboratory science, social science, and a course in humanities/fine arts.
Eligible ACT, GED, HiSET, TASC, and SAT scores or official and qualifying high school GPA may be used if they are current (less than four years old). Official testing reports should be sent directly to the Admissions Department in room A-1020 (Campus Center) at Main Campus.
Placement tests results from another institution may also be accepted if they are current. Accuplacer scores will only be accepted if they are less than four years old. ALEKS scores must be less than two years old. Official Placement Testing Reports should be sent directly to Testing Services in room A-1138 (Campus Center) at Main Campus.

Any student who wishes to have transcripts from other colleges/universities evaluated for credit at JJC must submit an official transcript from each college/university attended. All transcripts must be received directly from the previous institution or their third-party transcript provider to be considered official. To ensure an evaluation is performed, the student must complete a Transfer Credit evaluation request form available on the Registration and Records website under the Transfer Credit Evaluation link at jjc.edu > Student Resources > Registrar > Transfer Credit Evaluation . Upon completion of the evaluation, credits will be posted to the student’s academic record. Upon request, copies of the evaluation can be made available to a JJC faculty adviser with whom the student may be involved in educational planning. Questions concerning the evaluation may be addressed to the academic credentials specialist in the Registration and Records office. Transfer transcripts will be held for 60 days pending receipt of a completed transcript evaluation request form in the Credentials office.

Credits may be granted according to the following conditions:

The collegiate institution previously attended must be a regionally accredited institution awarding college credit.
Credit may be transferred to JJC for courses earning credit and successfully completed with a grade of “D” or above if the student’s cumulative grade point average (GPA) is 2.0 or above (“C” average) at the previously attended institution. However, certain JJC courses require students to have achieved a “C” or better in prerequisite coursework to enroll. The student’s work at each institution is evaluated independently if several institutions were attended. Credits accepted by Joliet Junior College are not necessarily applicable to all degrees. If the student’s cumulative GPA is less than 2.0 at a previously attended institution, credit may be transferred for courses earning credit and successfully completed with grade of “C” or above.
Credit may be transferred, but the grades earned at other institutions are not transferred nor are the grades included in computing GPA at JJC. (Exception are the special admissions programs that may consider the grade earned in a transfer course towards the admissions requirements.) Only the number of credit hours accepted will be posted to the student’s academic record.
Credit may be transferred to JJC for courses at the 300 level as electives and if the course is equivalent to a general education course it will be treated as an out of state course.
JJC stamps the GECC statement on all official transcripts for students that have met IAI GECC requirements.
Credit may be awarded for advanced placements exams and CLEP exams. The results of these tests form the basis for awarding college credit to those students who have passed one or more tests with satisfactory grades. Students who have taken these examinations should request that their official scores be sent to the academic credentials specialist in the Registration and Records office.
In some cases, the college will award course credit for relevant credentials, licenses, or certifications. It is recommended that interested students contact the appropriate academic department chairperson for additional information. A credit authorization form must be forwarded to the Registration and Records office.
Credit for four semester hours of physical education and three semester hours of BIO 103, Health is awarded for military service experience to former members of any of the branches of the armed services who served honorably on active duty for one year or more upon submission of a copy of DD Form 214 (or other evidence of honorable discharge) to the Veterans Resource office.
JJC accepts and evaluates military transcripts from Joint Services. Students with military credits through Joint Services should request that their official Joint Services Transcript be sent to the academic credentials specialist in the Registration and Records Office.
JJC accepts and evaluates foreign transcripts from independent and private foreign educational credential services in the US that are members of the National Association of Credentials Evaluation Services (NACES) www.naces.org/members.html . JJC only accepts “course-by-course” evaluations.

Reverse Transfer

In recent years, a new form of transfer has emerged, and it is proving highly successful at giving students a second chance to earn their first college degree.

Reverse transfer is a process for awarding an associate of arts degree to students who transfer from a two-year to a four-year institution prior to completing the AA degree requirements at the two-year institution.

Reverse transfer students can combine credits they earn at their four-year school with those they had previously earned at community college and retroactively be awarded an associate degree. For more information email [email protected] .

Requirements for proof of residency

Student residency classification will be in accordance with the provisions of the Illinois Community College Act and the administrative rules of the Illinois Community College Board. Joliet Junior College will establish procedures in accordance with the same to implement this policy.

A person shall be considered an in-district-resident student and be charged in-district tuition and fees who:

Has attained his or her full majority (age 18 or married) and resides in Illinois Community College District 525 for at least 30 days prior to the start of the term or
Lives with his or her parents or legal guardian in Illinois Community College District 525 , who lives in-district for at least 30 days prior to the start of the term or
Is an emancipated minor* and resides in Illinois Community College District 525 for a least 30 days prior to the start of the term or
Is a non-citizen applicant who lives in-district of Illinois Community College District 525 for at least 30 days prior to the start of the term and resides in the district for reasons other than attending Joliet Junior College.

Students occupying a dwelling in the state or district who fail to meet the 30 day residency requirement may not become residents simply by attending classes at a community college for 30 days or more.

*An emancipated minor is an individual who has been determined by a court in their state or legal residence to be an emancipated minor.

A student’s legal and permanent place of residence determines the amount of tuition paid to Joliet Junior College. An in-district resident is a person whose residence is within Joliet Junior College District 525 or one whose intent is to establish permanent residence in District 525. Residence is defined as the place where the student lives and is considered the student’s permanent home. The residence must be owned or occupied for a minimum of 30 days prior to the start of the term.

Students who move from outside the state, who obtain residency for other than going to college, and demonstrate verifiable interest in permanent residency, shall be exempt from the 30 day requirement.

Students who are currently under the legal guardianship of the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services or have been recently emancipated from the Department and had a placement change into a new community college district shall be exempt from the 30-day requirement if they demonstrate proof of current in-district residency. Documentation of current residency may be submitted to the district from the student, caseworker or other personnel of the Department, or the student’s attorney or guardian ad litem.

Students shall not be classified as residents of the district, even though they may have met the general 30-day residency provision, if they are:

1) Federal job corps workers stationed in the district; 2) Inmates of state or federal correctional/ rehabilitation institutions located in the district; 3) Full-time students attending a post-secondary educational institution in the district who have not demonstrated, through documentation, a verifiable interest in establishing permanent residency; 4) Students attending under the provisions of a chargeback or contractual agreement with another community college.

Any student who lives outside the Joliet Junior College District but who is a resident of the State of Illinois will be considered an out-of-District student. Students shall be classified as residents of the State without meeting the general 30-day residency provision if they are:

1) Federal job corps workers stationed in Illinois; 2) Members of the armed services stationed in Illinois; 3) Inmates of state or federal correctional or rehabilitation institutions located in Illinois 4) Employed full-time in Illinois

Receiving VA Benefits or Has Active Duty Status

Students utilizing any of the following VA benefits may have out-of-district tuition charges waived for applicable terms: the federal Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008 or any subsequent variations of that Act; the federal All-Volunteer Force Educational Assistance Program; or any assistance as described in 38 U.S.C. 3679(c). The out-of-district charges are waived automatically upon qualifying for education benefits for veterans.

Students who are on active duty, the board shall deem that person an in-district resident for tuition purposes. may have out-of-district tuition charges waived for applicable terms. Students must provide a copy of the military orders to the Admissions Office.

Resident status is determined during the processing of a student’s application for admissions and is subject to further review and/or revision by the director of admissions and recruitment or designated staff. Factors used in residency determination may include current address, length of time at that address, high school attended, and date of graduation. The applicant is responsible for furnishing information, evidence, or documents deemed necessary to accurately determine residency guidelines and a list of possible proofs of residence.

Evidence of Residency for New Students

Evidence of legal residency is based on two things:

Ownership and/or occupancy of a home/residence in district (shown by a deed, lease, or formal rent receipt with lessor’s name indicated) and
At least one of the following showing the same address:
A current Illinois driver’s license or Illinois state identification card
A current Illinois automobile license registration
A current Illinois voter’s registration card
Employment in the state of Illinois (for out-of-state residents)
Payment of Illinois income taxes (for out-of-state residents)
A document showing the student’s past or existing status as a district student (e.g. a high school transcript)
A utility bill in the name of the student
A proof of automobile insurance
A proof of homeowner’s insurance
A current credit card billing statement
A current bank statement
A change of address form from the post office

Each of these proofs must show an in-district address. A post office box number for an address will NOT prove residency.

If you are a renter, you must submit either a rent receipt or lease signed by the owner/manager (dated at least 30 days prior to the beginning of the term). If applicable, you must complete the Residency Status Change Request Form and submit both proofs of residency to the JJC Admissions Office (A-1020) within 10 business days of the beginning of the term.

If you are an out-of-state applicant and you fail to submit the required proofs by the stated deadline, you will be charged out-of-state tuition. Students who demonstrate to 30-day, in-state, but not in-district residency, will be charged Illinois out-of-district tuition.

Should you prove in-district residency and then later move from that address without providing a forwarding address to JJC, you will have your address returned to the original address from the application and in-district status will be reviewed.

Chargeback or Cooperative Agreement

Are you attending JJC only because your home community college doesn’t offer the program you want to study? If so, you can apply for a Chargeback or Cooperative Agreement at your local community college. This may allow you to attend JJC at an in-district tuition rate.

Employment in the District

Persons who are not residents of District 525 but who are employed full time (35 hours per week) in the district are eligible for in-district tuition and fees. To qualify, a letter must be on file in the Admissions office each semester prior to the student’s registration. This letter must be written on company stationery and must be signed by either the owner/manager or the director of human resources.

Fraudulent submission of records regarding residency will result in remaining in an out-of-district status and be reported as a violation of the Joliet Junior College Code of Conduct.

Out-of-State

Any student who is a resident of another state will be considered an out-of-state student and will be charged the rate established by the Board of Trustees.

Out-of-Country

Any student who is a resident of a foreign country will be considered an out-of-country student and will be charged the established out of state rate established by the Board of Trustees.

Persons without United States Citizenship

To be eligible for residency as a non-citizen, an applicant must have permanent resident status with the United States Immigration and Naturalization Service and must meet and comply with all the other applicable requirements and regulations. All students on F-1 visas and those who do not have a legal permanent residence, or F-1 student visa status, are required to pay out-of-state tuition.

Senior Citizens

District 525 residents 65 years of age and older may enroll, tuition free, in college credit or general interest courses. Senior citizens will be required to pay for all other mandatory fees associated with the course(s). The Student Accounts & Payments office must be informed of senior status each semester when making payments.

Special Admissions

Selective admissions.

There are many JJC programs that have competitive or restrictive admissions processes. Competitive admission programs are Nursing, Radiologic Technology, CNA, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Orthotics and Prosthetics Technology, Operations Engineering, Operations Engineering Technician, and Veterinary Technology. Restrictive admission is required for particular programs whereas the student must be employed in the particular field to be enrolled. Restrictive admission programs are Process Instrumentation Technology, Process Operations Technology, and Carpenters Apprentice Program. The application processes for some programs are listed under “special admissions” at jjc.edu> Getting Started > Admissions > Health and Occupational Science Students . For further information, contact JJC’s admissions office at (815) 280-2493.

Early Entry Students

Students 17 years or younger who still attend an accredited high school or those students who are pursuing high school-level curriculum through home schooling or other means may be considered for enrollment in credit courses. Students must complete an application for admission, an early-entry enrollment form containing the written consent of their high school principal or counselor, and meet the prerequisites for the credit course, including any required Placement Testing and/or acceptable ACT or SAT scores or qualifying alternate placement measures.

High school students younger than 16 who wish to be admitted to a college credit course must complete an application for admission, an early-entry enrollment form containing the written consent of their high school principal or counselor, and meet the prerequisites for the credit course, including any required Placement Testing and/or acceptable ACT or SAT scores or qualifying alternate placement measures. Additionally, these students must obtain approval from the course instructor, the department chair, and the appropriate dean.

High school students are required to meet the same standards as all other college students and are awarded the same college credit for courses successfully completed. These credits will appear on the students’ permanent college transcripts regardless of the grades earned. For more information, visit jjc.edu> Getting Started > Admissions > High School Students > Early Entry .

Dual Credit

This program allows students from participating high schools and career centers to earn both high school and college credit upon the successful completion of dual-credit courses. These classes are a part of the student’s regular high school schedule and are taught at the high school by a qualified high school instructor. Grades appear on the student’s permanent college transcript as a college course and credits are transferable to most state colleges.

To enroll in Dual Credit Courses students must:

Enroll in the appropriate high school course
Complete the JJC Dual Credit online application
Meet the prerequisites for the credit course, including any required Placement Testing and/or acceptable ACT or SAT scores, or qualifying alternate placement measures prior to the course start date.
Complete the JJC class registration process with the high school dual-credit instructor

For more information, contact the Office of Dual Credit at (815) 280-6927 or Office of Dual Credit at jjc .edu > Getting Started > Admissions > Dual Credit .

Out-of-State Students Taking Online (Distance Education) Courses

JJC has been approved by the state of Illinois to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements. NC-SARA is a voluntary, regional approach to state oversight of postsecondary distance education. Participation allows JJC to accept out-of-state students from states also participating in SARA. For further information, including a listing of participating states, please visit j jc.edu > Academics (click on Academics) > iCampus > Online Learning at JJC .

Military Students

Eligible active-duty service members, veterans, and their dependents will be charged in-state tuition and fee amounts in accordance with all applicable state and federal regulations and guidance. Eligibility is defined by the regulating agency.

International Students

International students must provide the following documentation to the International Student Services Coordinator or the Admissions Office for a Form I-20 from JJC:

Submit a completed international student application.
Provide proof of English proficiency as outlined on the International Admissions website, jjc.edu> Getting Started > Admissions > International Students .
To prove U.S. High School equivalency: Students to provide official credentials in a sealed envelope from their high school / secondary education institution along with an English translation. JJC reserves the right to request additional documentation, for example an evaluation by an educational credential service that is a member of the National Association of Credentials Evaluation Services (NACES) www.naces.org .
To prove college / university equivalency: Have your college level international transcript evaluated. JJC only accepts “Course-by-Course” credential evaluations conducted by a NACES approved organization such as Education Credential Evaluators (ECE) or World Education Services (WES).
Submit a clear photocopy of passport. Passports must be valid for at least six months in the future.

It is the student’s responsibility to ensure all documents arrive in the JJC Admissions office prior to the deadline for the semester desired.

Once a student has submitted all the necessary documents for admission and a letter of admission has been issued, the following documents must be provided to the International Student Services Coordinator before an I-20 can be issued for purposes of obtaining an F-1 student visa:

Evidence of Financial Support, for at least one academic year, as outlined on the International Admissions page: jjc.edu> Getting Started > Admissions > International Students .
An Affidavit of Support form, available for download from the International Admissions page: jjc.edu> Getting Started > Admissions > International Students .
A copy of the student’s passport in addition to copies of the passports for any additional dependents.

Note: The Department of Homeland Security’s SEVIS database and USCIS receive all information concerning your application and documentation sent to JJC for a Form I-20.

For tuition rates, access the international student admissions website at jjc.edu> Getting Started > Admissions > International Students . International students pay the out-of-state tuition rate per credit hour. Joliet Junior College is authorized under federal law to enroll non-immigrant students.

New Start Policy

Joliet Junior College (JJC) affords returning students a one-time opportunity to correct poor past academic performance in order to reach new educational goals and objectives. To be eligible, the student cannot have attended any post-secondary educational institution for a minimum of 36 months immediately preceding re-enrollment at JJC.

Prior to requesting a New Start review, the student must enroll and earn at least 12 credit hours from 100+ level Joliet Junior College (JJC) courses with a minimum grade-point average (GPA) of 2.0/4.0.

Once the eligibility criteria have been met, the student must meet with the appropriate faculty advisor for assistance with completing the New Start Application. The application will then be reviewed by the appropriate Academic Dean.

Upon approval by the Academic Dean, he application will be sent to the Financial Aid Office and Registration and Records Office to recalculate the GPA excluding the courses to be forgiven. Students should be aware that grades, academic standing, and hours of completion will not be forgiven related to financial aid status. Options for financial aid appeals and the procedures related to those appeals are found in the current Financial Aid Handbook.

Your method of registration is determined by your enrollment status. Please follow the guidelines below to determine your method of registration:

First-time JJC student must follow the steps highlighted at j jc.edu > Getting Started > Admitted Students .
Currently enrolled students, full-and part-time, are eligible to register using Student Self Service, telephone registration or in-person registration.
Returning and reverse transfer students must complete a current online application to receive their username/password in order to access MyJJC. They are eligible to register using MyJJC, telephone registration or in-person registration.

Note: New students will receive an acknowledgment letter in the mail and a follow-up email to their JJC email account with detailed information on the admission and registration processes. Future correspondence regarding admissions and registration information will be sent via the student’s JJC e-mail account.

Methods of Registration

1. MyJJC (online registration)

Access the MyJJC Portal at j jc.edu > MyJJC.
Select “Login” and enter user name and password information.
If you are having difficulty using MyJJC, contact the Student Tech Support Hotline at (779) 379-3051 or from a campus line at ext. 2222.

2. In-person registration

In-person registration is available at Main Campus, (A-1020) and Romeoville Campus (RMA-1024 A Building), and City Center for special programs and Morris Education Center.

3. Telephone

Telephone registration is for students who desire assistance with the registration process. Please call (815) 280-2497 to speak with a registration specialist. For more information, please visit jjc.edu > Getting Started > Register for Courses .

Course Load

A full-time course load is 12 or more credit hours. Full-time course load for summer is 6 or more credit hours. Students can register for up to 18 credit hours for Fall and Spring semesters and up to 12 credit hours in the summer. A student who expects to do satisfactory work should plan to spend adequate study time outside the classroom. Some courses require two or more hours of preparation outside of class for each hour in class.

In cases in which two or more 0-level courses are required in the basic skills area, it is recommended that the student limit the course load to 12-13 semester hours. For those with jobs, the following guide will be helpful:

Students are allowed to register for up to 18 credit hours in Fall and Spring and up to 12 credit hours in Summer using the online registration system. Students who seek to register for more than 18 credit hours (Fall/Spring) or 12 credit hours (Summer) must complete a Course Overload Request Form and meet with an advisor who will then make a determination utilizing professional judgment guided by the following criteria to determine approval.

Be in Good Standing academically
67% completion rate for all previous coursework
2.5 minimum cumulative GPA OR
3.0 most recent full time semester GPA with 100% completion

Course Formats

Joliet Junior College offers courses in multiple formats to best suit the demands and schedules of students. Registration, financial aid eligibility and transferability are the same for online and hybrid courses as they are for on-campus face-to-face courses. Tuition charges are at in-district rates for all online courses while hybrid courses are billed in the same manner as face-to-face courses. Course fees vary by format. Joliet Junior College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Students should check with transfer institutions regarding transfer details.

Face-to-Face (sometimes referred to as Traditional)

Face-to-face courses are held on the Main, City Center, and Romeoville campuses, as well as at our education centers, high schools, and other locations in the district. Face-to-face courses often make use of the college’s online iCampus site for course information, posting of grades, and other class activities. With face-to-face courses, all instruction occurs with students and faculty in the same physical location.

JJC offers a broad range of courses and degree programs that utilize the iCampus site to deliver teaching and learning online. Students enrolled in an Online Course do not attend class on campus; however, some online courses may require campus visits for exams. An Online course is not a correspondence course, meaning that it is not possible to complete an Online Course entirely at your own pace; however, Online Courses do allow for some flexibility that falls within prescribed due dates and other requirements. The academic outcomes of Online Courses are the same as face-to-face courses. The difference is that the assignments and activities can be performed from a distance, via an Internet-connected computer. With online courses, all instruction occurs online.

Hybrid (formerly Blended)

Hybrid courses are taught partially online and partially in a face-to-face classroom setting. Hybrid Courses reduce the amount of time spent in class on campus by moving lectures, course work, and other activities online. JJC Hybrid Courses deliver up to 74% of course instruction online with the remainder occurring face-to-face. The academic learning outcomes of online courses are the same as traditional courses.

iCampus is JJC’s Distance Learning Department. iCampus courses allow students to complete all or a significant portion of their course work off-campus in an online environment using educational technology over the Internet. Further information, including a listing of fully online degree programs and information for out-of-state students, is available at jjc.edu > Academics (click on Academics) > iCampus > Online Learning at JJC .

All students taking an online or hybrid course must complete a one-time iCampus orientation. This orientation course introduces the student to the college’s Learning Management System and the most common tools and procedures found in most online and hybrid courses.

iCampus has Online Retention Specialists available to help you be successful with your online and hybrid coursework. Available resources include Smarthinking (online tutoring), SmarterMeasure (online readiness indicator), counseling/advising referrals, and more. We encourage you to contact a specialist at 815-280-6700 to discuss available resources.

iCampus is committed to course excellence and participates in the Quality Matters program. Further information can be found at jjc.edu > Academics (click on Academics) > iCampus > Online Learning at JJC .

Refund Policy

Students who drop a course(s) on or before the refund date as indicated on their schedule or bill receive a full refund. Every course has its own refund date.

A 100 percent refund will be given for any course cancelled by the college. The college reserves the right to cancel any course with insufficient enrollment or for other appropriate reasons.
Calendar days include weekends; business days are Monday through Friday only.
Classes meet seven weeks or more: refund within the first ten calendar days of the beginning of the semester.
Classes meet six weeks or less: refund within the first two calendar days of the beginning of the semester.
Corporate and Community Services: refund three calendar days prior to the start of the semester.
Nurse assistant, lifelong learning: refund one business day prior to the start of the semester.
If your refund falls on a non-business day, your withdrawal will be honored on the next business day.
Refunds for short-term or specialized classes may vary; refer to your schedule or bill.
Non-attendance does not constitute a withdrawal in a course nor qualify for a refund.
No refunds will be granted when a student is dismissed or suspended from college for disciplinary reasons after the refund date.
Late entry into a course(s) does not alter the refund date.
The college reserves the right to make the final decision on all refunds.

** Special programs use selective admissions for making enrollment decisions.

Withdrawal Policy

Students may withdraw from a course(s) by processing an add/drop form during regular office hours through the Registration and Records office at Main Campus or the Student Services office (RMA-1024) at Romeoville Campus, or by phone at (815) 280-2497. Please note the withdrawal dates listed on your bill or student schedule.

A student who is on a college payment plan and who withdraws or is dropped from a course is responsible for making payment.

Failure to withdraw properly may result in a failing grade of “F” in the course.

Special Student Withdrawals

Late withdrawal: Students requesting a late withdrawal must complete a general petition form available online at Procedure for General Petition jjc.edu > MyJJC > Student Services > Registrar’s Office > Registration Home > Procedure for General Petition and submit it no later than 30 days after the end of the term in which the late withdrawal is requested. Documentation that will support this request is required. General petition appeals are not always granted.

Instructor-initiated withdrawal: The instructor may withdraw a student from class on or before the midterm date for poor attendance or poor academic performance. The registrar will send a letter to these students informing them of the withdrawal.

Students being withdrawn for academic dishonesty or behavioral issues must be referred to the Dean of Students. The students have due process rights for permanent removal from courses when it involves behavior or academic dishonesty.

Appeal process for instructor-initiated withdrawal: A student who does not agree with an instructor-initiated withdrawal recommendation has the right to appeal. The student should discuss the reasons for withdrawal with the instructor. If the instructor decides to reinstate the student in the course, he/she must sign the reinstatement form and the student must bring it to the Grades and Transcripts office located in the Campus Center, room 1020 (Enrollment Center).

Nursing withdrawals: Students enrolled in nursing practicum courses may be withdrawn immediately from nursing courses if the student’s clinical performance contributes to either the physical or emotional jeopardy of clients. Students may appeal this withdrawal by using the established department and college appeal procedures. The college shall retain authority to withdraw any student from on-the-job training or clinical areas whose grades, work, conduct, or health may have a detrimental effect on the student, Joliet Junior College, customers, clients, or patients of the employing, sponsoring agency.

Military Personnel Called for Active Duty

A currently enrolled student who is called to military service with the U. S. Armed Forces (as defined in 330 ILCS 60/30) or who is requested to work for the federal government during a national emergency or a limited national emergency must present to the Registrar documentation supporting the call to service. This documentation should be presented prior to the student leaving for military service.

Rescheduling Exams In accordance with 330 ILCS 60/5.2, a service member who is unable, because of his or her military service, to attend classes on a particular day or days has the right to be excused and to reschedule a course examination administered on such day or days. The faculty and administrative offices shall make available to the service member an equivalent opportunity to make up any examination he or she has missed because of military service. Successful completion of the course remains the sole responsibility of the student.

In cases of extended period of absence due to military services, a student may choose one of the following options:

1. Remain enrolled in Classes Students have the option to work with faculty to complete the course early or to make arrangements with individual faculty members for completion of the course. The student and the instructor must both agree upon specific timeframes for the completion of the work. When an absence is greater than seven consecutive days, an incomplete or a withdrawal with a refund may be recommended.

2. Incomplete Grade The student may receive a grade of “I” (incomplete) in accordance with the current Incomplete Grade Policy which will allow the student to complete his/her coursework upon return from active duty. There is no refund with this option.

In accordance with 330 ILCS 60/5.2, students who are called to military service have the right to receive a 100 percent refund of tuition and fees when called to duty for a period of seven or more consecutive days.

a) The student should contact the Veterans Resource Center, or the Registrar for assistance with withdrawing from the course. b) The refund will be directed toward the individual or agency that paid the tuition and fees for that semester in accordance with federal or state regulations c) The refund will not include books. d) If a student withdraws from courses before the midterm date, those courses may be expunged from the student’s academic schedule. If a student withdraws from courses after the midterm date, a “W” with be issued and permanently placed on the student’s academic record. This “W” will not impact grade point average for the student.

Upon return from military service A student returning from military service may re-enter as a currently enrolled student in order to be given priority registration for the most immediate semester upon return.

General Petition for Late Refunds Due to Extenuating Circumstances

Students requesting a late refund must complete a general petition form available online at General Petition for Refund/Late Withdrawal , and submit it no later than 30 days after end of the term in which the late refund is requested. Appeals received after this date will not be considered. Documentation that will support this request is required. General petition appeals are not always granted.

Tuition, Fees and Payments

Tuition and fees are subject to change. For the current list of tuition and payment options, visit jjc.edu > Getting Started > Pay for College .

Students are responsible for making payments by their scheduled payment due dates. A student that decides not to attend the course(s) in which he/she is registered for, is responsible for dropping the course(s) by the refund date of the course(s) (found on my student schedule) to avoid any financial liability to the college. Full payments may be made online at my.jjc.edu or by mail. In-person payments can be made at the Main Campus Student Accounts & Payments office, Campus Center room A-1020 (Enrollment Center), (815) 280-6688, or at the Romeoville Campus Student Services Office (RMA-1024), (815) 886-3000. JJC also offers an online automatic tuition payment plan (See “ Tuition Payment Plan ” below).

Tuition Payment Plan

Having a solid plan for covering the cost of college is an important step toward graduation. Joliet Junior College is pleased to offer an online, automatic payment plan to help make the process easier for you. There is no interest or finance charge assessed, and there is no credit check. Refer to the JJC website for current payment schedule and specifics regarding the payment plan. jjc.edu > Getting Started > Pay for College > Payment Information .

Student Restrictions

A restriction (also known as a ‘notification’ on the portal or may be referred to as a ‘hold’) may be placed on a student’s record for various reasons. If you have an outstanding obligation to the college, access to your grades, transcripts, registration and various services within Student Self Service/MyJJC may be blocked, as allowed by law. Please contact the department which has placed the restriction on your account for further information.

Delinquent debts may be referred to collection agencies. The student will be responsible to pay any and all costs associated with collecting unpaid charges.

Transcript Requests

Transcripts can be requested online through Parchment Transcripts Ordering Services, jjc.edu > Student Resources > Registrar > JJC Transcripts, or in person, providing all their financial obligations/holds are fulfilled. There is a charge for each transcript requested.

The student is responsible to ensure grades are in, degrees/certificates are posted prior to ordering transcripts. If grades or degrees/certificates have NOT been posted when placing the order, the student is responsible for checking “hold for grades” or “hold for degree” on the request form. Refunds/resends are not given because grades or degree/certificates have not been posted to the academic record when placing the transcript order.

When requesting records prior to 1976, the Records Office needs 72 hours to locate the appropriate microfilm and process the transcript.

For any questions or concerns please contact the Transcripts office at [email protected] .

Guest Student

If you are enrolled at another college or university and want to take classes at JJC for the Semester in order to transfer them back to your primary institution, you are considered a guest student. To enroll simply complete these steps:

Under “Educational Goals” select “I only plan to complete one or several courses.”
Under “Select a Degree/Certificate” select “Non-Degree Seeking”.
Obtain your JJC username and password, which will allow you to access your JJC e-mail account.
Your JJC Student ID
The course name, the course number and the section number for all classes in which you plan to enroll
Attach an unofficial transcript to the email.
Within two business days, you will be contacted by a JJC representative letting you know if the prerequisite has been met. If so, a waiver will be entered into the system, and you will then be able to register online.
Register for classes

Please note that it is the student’s responsibility to ensure that the classes they are taking at JJC meet the requirements at their home institution. JJC makes no guarantees in this regard. Also note that guest students are not eligible for financial aid at JJC.

Speak to your university and/or college advisor to find out about transfer guidelines for your program to ensure the transferability of JJC coursework at your school or Check Transferology to determine if a course will transfer to your home institution. Transferology is a free nationwide, web-based transfer information system that provides you with fast and accurate course and transfer information. Your university advisor can also provide you with the most up-to-date information.

Acceptance of Transfer Credit

Upon request, copies of the evaluation can be made available to a JJC faculty adviser or counselor with whom the student may be involved in educational planning. Questions concerning the evaluation may be addressed to the credentials specialist in the Registration and Records office at [email protected].

Credit may be transferred to JJC for courses earning credit and successfully completed with a grade of “D” or above if the student’s cumulative grade point average (GPA) is 2.0 or above (“C” average) at the previously attended institution. However, certain JJC courses require students to have achieved a “C” or better in prerequisite coursework to enroll. The student’s work at each institution is evaluated independently if several institutions were attended. Credits accepted by Joliet Junior College are not necessarily applicable to all degrees. If the student’s cumulative GPA is less than 2.0 at a previously attended institution, credit may be transferred for courses earning credit and successfully completed with a grade of “C” or above.
Credit may be transferred, but the grades earned at other institutions are not transferred nor are the grades included in computing the GPA at JJC. Only the number of credit hours accepted will be posted to the student’s academic record.

Student Records and FERPA

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords students certain rights with respect to their educational records. Students are informed of their rights under this act through the college catalog, the student handbook, or at Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) at: jjc.edu > MyJJC > Student Life > Academic Behavior Standards > Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) .

Directory information may be released by the college to a third party requesting such student information without first obtaining the student’s consent. A student has the right to refuse to permit the college to release directory information, as limited by law, by following the process outlined by the registrar.

a . JJC hereby designates the following items as “directory information” which may be disclosed by the College at its discretion:

Student’s Name
Student’s Hometown
JJC Email Address
Enrollment Status, full time or part-time
Field of Study
Dates of Attendance
Degrees attained/Awards or honor received.

b . To have any or all the above “directory information” withheld, the student must give JJC written notice by submitting a Request to Withhold Disclosure of Directory Information to the Office of the Registrar, Joliet Junior College, 1215 Houbolt Rd., Joliet, IL 60431 by the 15th day of classes of the first semester in which the student has enrolled during an academic year. Such a request shall be valid for the current academic year. A student may opt out of disclosure of directory information by providing written notice to the Registrar’s office. Forms are available here, https://cm.maxient.com/reportingform.php?JolietJuniorCollege&layout_id=12.

A student who wishes his/her course attendance, test scores, English or math placement and/or academic progress discussed by the instructor or counselor/adviser with another person(s) whom the student designates, must complete and present a copy of the form to the course instructor prior to the discussion a release of information form (FERPA). Students may also use the FERPA form to give parents access to other information such as financial aid information. This form may be obtained online at: jjc.edu > MyJJC > Student Services > Registrar > Records > FERPA.

Enrollment Verification for Students

The Registration and Records Office located on Main Campus (Room A-1026) issues an enrollment verification letter, bearing the registrar’s seal, to verify academic record information to insurance companies or other student benefit organizations or programs. Academic record information is available for verification of prior and/or current enrollment and enrollment status. Note: The Registration and Records office does not send enrollment verification via fax or e-mail. Contact Records at [email protected] .

Student Planning

Registration is easier when you have a plan! The Student Planning tool jjc.edu > My JJC > Student Self-Service >Plan Academic Path > Students > Plan Academic Path > Student Planning Module is a web-based self-service tool that combines degree audit information and upcoming class schedules so students can easily plan and register for courses that fulfill their degree or certificate requirements. It makes it easy for students to know what classes are needed for their degree or certificate and in which semester to take them. This allows students, in partnership with their Advisor, to create an educational plan mapping out their path to graduation. For questions about Student Planning, visit the Advising Center at Main, Romeoville, or City Center campuses or call 815-280-2673.

My Degree Progress

My Degree Progress is a tool to help students track their academic progress towards graduation. The report identifies all required courses for the student’s chosen program of study, shows what is completed, and what is still needed for completion. Students can access this tool in the MyJJC portal. For questions, please contact the Student Advising Center at 815-280-2673 or [email protected]. or 815-886-3000 (Romeoville Campus). Visit jjc.edu > MyJJC > Student Self-Service > Plan Academic Path > Students > Plan Academic Path > My Degree Progress (Degree Audit) .

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6 Things You Didn't Know About the New and Improved MyJJC

Note: This article was published in 2017.

There's a new, easier way to access your JJC information with the new and improved MyJJC site! Launching on Dec. 21, 2017, this new resource will serve as a one-stop-shop for students and will make your experience at Joliet Junior College easier.

Here are six things you need to know about MyJJC before it launches next month:

1. MyJJC combines the portal and eResources.

Everything you can do in the portal and in eResources will be transitioned over to the new and improved MyJJC site - this includes searching/registering for classes, viewing your grades, viewing your account, managing your student payments and more.

(Photo below shows what the new MyJJC self-service menu will look like)

2. MyJJC will act as the "home" for all your online classes.

Taking an online class next semester? All you have to do to access it is log on to MyJJC.

Questions about your online class? Visit jjc.edu/online-learning or call (815) 280-6613.

Click here to view a list of available JJC online courses.

(Photo below shows what the new MyJJC interface will look like)

3. You'll be able to check your email via MyJJC.

Want an easy way to check your JJC email while on the go? All you'll have to do is open the new MyJJC tool!

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4. You can plan ahead with MyJJC's student planning feature.

The new student planning feature will allow you to check your progress toward your degree or certificate, view your class schedule, plan for future coursework to complete your degree or certficiate, view your grades and advising notes - and more!

Questions about student planning? Contact the Student Advising Center at (815) 280-2673 or email [email protected] .

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5. MyJJC is the new home for class registration.

Through MyJJC's student planning feature, you'll be able to search and register for classes. Having class registeration in this module makes the process simple and easy.

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6. Your financial aid and scholarship information will be stored on MyJJC.

MyJJC will give you an easy interface for your financial aid and scholarship information. You'll know right away when your payments are due, how much you owe, and you'll even get a checklist so you know which steps you need to take.

Questions about financial aid? Visit jjc.edu/paying-for-college or call (815) 280-2528.

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Questions about the new and improved MyJJC?

Email Michael Planeta at [email protected] .

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Welcome you to the JJC family! If you have questions about our application, use the chat feature on the bottom right hand side of this page, or browse our FAQ below.

Check out our Application Tutorial Video

Q: How do I find the JJC application?

A: Go to the Apply Now page to read about our application types. Then, visit our Application page and select the application that best fits you.

Q: How do I apply to JJC?

A: First, visit our Apply Now page to read about our application types. Then, visit our Application page.

When you get to the Application page:

In the upper right-hand corner of the page, click "Sign In."
A box will appear. Click "Create Account" and follow the instructions.
Once you have an account, you can apply to JJC. You'll see application types listed on the right hand side of the page.

Need additional help? Check out our application tutorial video .

Q: How do I apply as a guest student?

A: Visit our Application page. Then :

Once you have an account, you can apply to JJC. You'll see application types on the right hand side of the page. Select "Non Degree Seeking & Guest Student Application."

Q: What does it mean to be a "guest student"? Do I need to submit transcripts as a guest student?

A: Guest students are students who plan to only be at JJC for 1-2 semesters. Typically, they are taking a break from their four-year university. The most popular time to enroll as a guest student is during the summer, but you are welcome at JJC any semester!

If the class you want to take at JJC requires a prerequisite that you've already completed at your four-year school, you must submit your unofficial transcripts to JJC in order to take that class. To do this, you must email the following to [email protected] :

Your JJC student ID (you can look up your ID number 24-72 hours after applying)
The course name, course number and section number for all classes you want to take
An attached copy of your unofficial transcript

Q: Do I have to apply again if I am a returning student?

A: If a year or more has passed since you last took classes at JJC, you need to apply again. If less than one year has passed since you last took classes at JJC, your original application is still on file and you do not need to apply again.

Example 1 : You last took classes in Summer 2021 and plan to take classes again in Summer 2022 - please apply again. Example 2 : You last took classes in Fall 2021 and plan to take classes again in Summer 2022 - you do not need to apply again.

Q: Do I have to enter in my social security number?

A: Your Social Security Number (SSN) is not required to be accepted to JJC. That being said, you will need to give us your SSN in order to register for classes. If you do not have or do not wish to provide your SSN on the application, contact the Admissions office at (815) 280-2493 for an alternative number.

Q: How do I enter my social security number on the application?

A: In the "National ID Type" field, select Social Security Number. Then, enter your Social Security Number without dashes.

Q: In the Education Information section, how can I find my previous school?

A: Start by typing your school into the "Educational Institution" field. To see a narrowed-down list of schools, please select a Country, Region, and City before selecting your institution from the drop-down menu. Making these selections will assist you in finding the correct institution.

Q: In the Education Information section, how can I enter in my school if I was homeschooled or if I obtained a GED/HiSET/TASC?

A: If you received a High School Equivalency or were homeschooled, remove any information on the Country, Region, and City fields. Then, type in the following options in the "Education Institution" field:

Home School

Q: What do I do after I apply?

A: After you apply, visit our Admitted Students page for a list of next steps.

Upon acceptance into Joliet Junior College (JJC) and after the creation of your new student account, JJC will send an email to the personal email address you provided in your application, containing your new JJC email address. Refer to the New Account Setup page for instructions on ID lookup and password setting.

Please visit our Admitted Students page for a complete list of steps after you apply.

Q: Can I call someone to get help?

A: Yes. If at any point you'd like to call JJC, please dial (815) 280-2493 for the Admissions Office . You can also contact the Student Hotline at (815) 280-2666.

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Step 1: Complete an Admissions Application . Please note it can take up to 48 hours for the college to process your application.
Step 2: Take all Placement Testing or submit appropriate placement scores.
Step 3: Submit high school or appropriate equivalency transcripts to the Admissions Office .
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Spring 2024 classes begin Jan. 15, Jan. 29, Feb. 12 and March 18.

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Setup your new account.

Refer to the New Account Setup page for instructions on ID lookup, password setting, and logging into MyJJC.

Make Sure JJC Has Your Placement Records (if applicable)

A placement test measures your current math, reading and writing abilities. These results help us make sure you start out taking the classes that are right for you.

Not sure if you need to take a JJC placement exam?

Here's how to find out:

If you have a high enough ACT or SAT score, you may not need placement testing. If you took the ACT or SAT, you must make a request for the testing company to submit your scores to JJC.
Your PSAT or high school GPA may also allow you to skip placement testing. Check out our placement measures to see if you qualify.

Video: How to Find Out if You Need Placement Testing

Don't have any of these scores?

You will need to take placement testing (see Step 6). If you have questions, visit our Placement Testing page . Please reference the testing webpage for hours and guidelines before you come to campus.

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The jjc admissions office must have the following:.

Your high school transcript or equivalency record (GED, HISET or TASC)
All of your eligible test scores

If you're in high school or are a recent high school graduate, ask your high school to email these records to [email protected] or mail them to: Attn: Admissions 1215 Houbolt Rd Joliet, IL 60431

If you are still in high school, a current copy of your transcript is acceptable.

Students with Foreign Transcripts

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.

Submit Earned College Credit (if applicable)

Did you earn credit from another college or university, through Advanced Placement (AP) or through College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) credit?

If so, please order your official college transcripts to be emailed to [email protected] . All official transcripts must be received directly from the previous institution or their third party transcript provider. We cannot accept opened, faxed or forwarded transcripts as official records.
If you want your credits to be evaluated and added to your JJC record, you must complete a Transfer Credit Evaluation Form .

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Complete the New Student Presentation

Watch the New Student Presentation in MyJJC. It is offered in both English and Spanish, and can be watched from any device. This presentation will guide you through JJC's academic programs, support services, campus life and more.

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Complete JJC Placement Exams (if applicable)

Placement scores are mandatory for enrollment into English, math and other classes. If you are not exempt (see Step 2), then you are required to take a JJC placement exam.

Placement Testing is Available on a Walk-In Basis

Visit our Testing Services or Placement Testing websites for all information regarding placement testing, test center locations, hours of operation, testing guidelines, and much more. Please make sure to reference the Testing Services webpage for the most up to date hours and guidelines before you come to campus.

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Complete the FAFSA and Apply for Scholarships (if applicable)

Apply early.

Complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and apply for JJC scholarships . Note: Some funds are available on a first-come, first serve basis.

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Undocumented or Ineligible Students

If you're undocumented or not eligible to complete the FAFSA, consider completing the Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid .

Watch our Financial Aid Help videos .
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Meet with an Advisor

Currently, all new student advising sessions are offered virtually. You can set up a meeting once you have completed placement testing and the New Student Presentation .

You can expect to discuss the following with your advisor:

Placement scores
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How to register for classes

Details on how to schedule your advising session will be given at the end of the New Student Presentation .

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Register for Classes

If you didn't register for your first semester of classes during your advising session, you can do so on your own in MyJJC .

Also, remember to set up a time to pick up your JJC student ID card .

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On-Campus Classes. Taking place at one of our JJC locations , these classes can include traditional classroom instruction, labs or a mixture of both.
Asynchronous: No required live meeting times; students must complete coursework by assigned due dates
Synchronous: Classes take place during a scheduled time (for example, you'll meet regularly via Microsoft Teams video calls)
Hyflex: Students choose how they want to attend class each week (in person or online); this format may vary from professor to professor

Pay for Classes (if applicable)

We don't want to lose you! So to make sure you stay registered for classes, you must pay your bill on time. Please note:

A bill will be mailed to your address on file and sent to your JJC email address
If you have not completed your financial aid file by the priority deadline, you may have to pay for classes to secure your schedule. You could be eligible for a refund once your financial aid processes. Eligible refunds will be processed quicker if a student signs up for direct deposit .
Make your payment via MyJJC .
Learn about payment plans .

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Questions on These Steps?

Contact the Admissions Office. Call (815) 280-2493 or email [email protected] .

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Important Dates | 2023-2024

Please make a note of the recommended dates and deadlines . Students are eligible to enroll in classes after the suggested dates, but keep in mind that some classes may fill up quickly. See a printable version of your next steps .

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Application available: September 1, 2023 to March 31, 2024
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Placement Testing or submit appropriate scores: October to November
Sign-up for an Advising Session: October to November
Registration for Spring semester begins October 16, 2023
Tuition due: December 4, 2023, by close of business day
Financial Aid Priority Date: November 20, 2023
Spring semester begins week of January 15, 2024

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Application available: Oct. 1, 2023 to July 31, 2024
Complete the New Student Presentation (online): October to February
Placement Testing or submit appropriate scores: October to March
Sign-up for an Advising Session: February to May
Registration for summer sessions begins March 18, 2024
Financial aid priority deadline: April 22, 2024
Tuition due: May 6, 2024 by close of business day
Summer session I starts: May 20, 2024
Summer session II starts: June 3, 2024
Summer session III starts: July 1, 2024

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Application available: Oct. 1, 2022 to Oct. 31, 2023
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Placement Testing or submit appropriate scores: January to April
Complete the advising request form: February to July
Registration for fall semester begins April 24, 2023
Financial aid priority deadline: July 17, 2023
Tuition due: July 31, 2023 by close of business day
Fall semester starts: Aug. 21, 2023

Financial Aid Information

To qualify for fall 2023 and Spring 2024 financial aid, be sure to complete the 2023-2024 free application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

Both applications are available on the FAFSA website. It is highly recommended that students complete the FAFSA as soon as possible.

Spring 2023 Priority Deadline: November 21, 2022
Summer 2023 Priority Deadline: April 24, 2023
Fall 2023 Priority Deadline: July 17, 2023

Joliet Junior College Financial Aid Office offers workshops where you will receive assistance from a Financial Aid professional in filing your FAFSA. English/Spanish translators will be available.

Visit the Financial Aid page for more information and specific workshop dates and times.

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Visit the ACT website and request that ACT scores be sent to Joliet Junior College Admissions Office (1215 Houbolt Rd. Joliet, IL 60431).

Visit the College Board website and request that SAT scores be sent to Joliet Junior College Admissions Office (1215 Houbolt Rd. Joliet, IL 60431).

I took Advanced Placement (AP) courses in high school. How can I use my AP credit at JJC?

Request that official AP scores be sent by the CollegeBoard to the JJC Registrar's Office and submit a Transcript Evaluation Form . Your AP credit will be evaluated and posted to your JJC transcript within 4-6 weeks. If you have AP credit that has not posted yet or you are awaiting exam scores, please inform your Advisor during your first semester advising session. Pending AP credit will likely impact first semester classes that your Advisor recommends.

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Bestiality references allegedly made during presentation at Renmark High School

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Warning for readers: This article contains graphic language.

The South Australian Department for Education is investigating a presentation delivered to year 9 girls in a regional high school that allegedly referenced bestiality as being accepted by the LGBTQIA+ community.

Female students said teachers at Renmark High School told them to leave their lessons and attend a presentation in a separate classroom.

Students who attended the presentation on March 22 say two staff from the Headspace centre in the neighbouring town of Berri introduced a "third-party" presenter who facilitated an hour-long presentation focused on relationships.

Parents said they were not notified about the presentation, nor was it consented to.

Students said they were left unsupervised for the duration of the presentation.

Student Courtney White, 14, said she felt confused and blindsided by the presentation.

"We had a teacher that told us to grab a chair and sit in front of the board, and then the Headspace people came in and then [the teacher] left, so then we're sitting in front of a board alone with no teachers, just the Headspace people," she said.

"The first slide of the PowerPoint on the board was 'You can see queerly now' and 'No point hiding.'"

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Girls felt 'really uncomfortable'

Fourteen-year-old Emelia Wundenberg said the presenter was graphic when referencing their own sexual preferences and spoke in sexually explicit terms about growing up and being confused about whether they idolised people of the same gender or wanted to be intimate with them.

Students say they were then given an explanation of the initialism LGBTQIA+, with each word and its meaning displayed on the screen.

"There was a slide for what the 'plus' means, and they just started randomly saying words that no-one knew, like bestiality," Emelia said.

"It was on the board when they were showing what the 'plus' meant."

The students said bestiality was then explained in detail and the presenter seemed to imply it was something practised by people who identified as LGBTQIA+.

"They said [the queer community] just accepts all of it, even though … isn't it illegal?" Emelia said.

As the talk went on multiple girls, including Courtney, began to feel uncomfortable and asked to leave the classroom to "go to the bathroom".

"We're all just sitting there like, 'What the hell? What are we doing here? Why are we learning about animals having sex with humans?'" she said.

"It was really disgusting, it was really uncomfortable."

Emelia said many of those who asked to leave the classroom did not return.

When the ABC sought comment from the presenter a response was sent on the person's behalf asking that reporters refrained from reaching out or naming them in its coverage.

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'Normal procedure' not followed

Letters seen by the ABC that were sent to parents on behalf of Renmark High School principal Mat Evans stated that the presentation was meant to discuss "respectful relationships".

The letter acknowledged that the school's "normal procedure for notifying parents ahead of specific presentations was not followed".

Mr Evans said the third-party presenter had "been suspended from department schools while the department undertakes an investigation".

"We are undertaking an internal review to ensure that processes around such notifications and procedures with regard to third parties attending at our school are always met," he said.

The ABC contacted the Department for Education, which provided a similar statement and said the presentation was being investigated.

SA education department chief executive Martin Westwell said the presentation was "unacceptable" and "shouldn't have happened".

Speaking with ABC Radio Adelaide on Thursday, Professor Westwell said conversations about sexual health, societal norms, stereotypes and sexuality were normal parts of the Australian curriculum, but the presentation at Renmark High School was not.

"The core idea that students should understand sexuality and other sexualities is, I think, really important — but the way [the presenter] went about it was unacceptable," he said.

"The school has clearly made some mistakes.

"There should have been a teacher in the room when that occurred, but there wasn't and the principal has apologised for that.

"They hadn't reviewed the content.

"There was a few things that went wrong and it ended up with this inappropriate language and a few things being discussed in that session that were just not appropriate."

Support being provided to students

Headspace's national head of clinical leadership Nicola Palfrey said the organisation was aware of concerns raised by members of the Renmark community.

"We take all feedback very seriously and are reviewing how we can support and guide Headspace centres … to ensure presentations they facilitate or deliver are aligned with evidence and best practice and are safe and appropriate for young people," she said.

FocusOne Health Board chair Ian Gartley said the "focus at Headspace Berri, operated under licence by FocusOne Health, is on the mental health and wellbeing of young people".

"We are aware of concerns raised by local members of the Renmark community following a presentation delivered by a lived experience speaker that Headspace Berri facilitated at Renmark High School," he said.

"Our priority right now is ensuring that any young people and their families who may be experiencing distress receive the support they need."

All parties involved in the alleged incident declined to provide the presentation to the ABC.

Following the presentation, a follow-up letter seen by the ABC was sent to parents offering counselling services from the education department, which had arranged a social worker to attend the school to help support affected students.

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Parents express shock and outrage

Parents of students who attended the presentation said it was a poor representation of the queer community and had raised many concerns about the school's protocols for third-party presentations.

"Who vetted this material? Who made sure it was safe for 14- and 15-year-old girls? Some of them are still 13," Emelia's mother Kristy Fyfe said.

"It has done a huge disservice to the [queer] community."

Following the presentation, Courtney's mother Nicki Gaylard removed her three children from Renmark High School.

"My kids are in limbo," she said.

"They're not in an education department at this point.

"I'm not putting them anywhere until I know this won't happen again.

"Under no circumstances should a child in that school ever feel trapped and unsafe without someone with their certificate, meaning a teacher."

The ABC has spoken to five other parents whose children attended the presentation.

They substantiated the two girls' claims.

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LGBTQIA+ educators condemn 'slur'

Sexuality educators and LGBTQIA+ inclusion advocates Mel Brush and Eleonora Bertsa-Fuchs conduct consent and queer inclusion training for schools, parents and workplaces via their social enterprise Let's Talk About X.

Both are secondary teachers and Mx Bertsa-Fuchs said queer education was important but should be delivered in a safe and appropriate setting.

"The teachers are the people that these young people have a relationship with, that they are familiar with, that they're comfortable with," Mx Bertsa-Fuchs said.

"When you're in a vulnerable situation, like a respectful relationships workshop or seminar, there should be someone in the room that you are familiar with."

Mx Brush said the alleged use of the word bestiality in the presentation was damaging to the queer community.

"It's pretty shocking to think about that term being thrown around like that, especially given how loaded it is, and for a historical context of the way that it's been used as a slur and to discriminate against LGBT+ people," Mx Brush said.

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2024 federal budget's key takeaways: Housing and carbon rebates, students and sin taxes

Budget sees nearly $53b in new spending over the next 5 years.

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Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland today tabled a 400-page-plus budget her government is pitching as a balm for anxious millennials and Generation Z.

The budget proposes $52.9 billion in new spending over five years, including $8.5 billion in new spending for housing. To offset some of that new spending, Ottawa is pitching policy changes to bring in new revenue.

Here are some of the notable funding initiatives and legislative commitments in budget 2024.

Ottawa unloading unused offices to meet housing targets

One of the biggest pillars of the budget is its housing commitments. Before releasing the budget, the government laid out what it's calling Canada's Housing Plan — a pledge to "unlock" nearly 3.9 million homes by 2031.

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The government says two million of those would be net new homes and it believes it can contribute to more than half of them.

It plans to do that by:

Converting underused federal offices into homes. The budget promises $1.1 billion over ten years to transform 50 per cent of the federal office portfolio into housing.
Building homes on Canada Post properties. The government says the 1,700-plus Canada Post offices across the country can be used to build new homes while maintaining postal services. The federal government says it's assessing six Canada Post properties in Quebec, Alberta and British Columbia for development potential "as a start."
Rethinking National Defence properties. The government is promising to look at redeveloping properties and buildings on National Defence lands for military and civilian use.
Building apartments. Ottawa is pledging a $15 billion top-up to the Apartment Construction Loan Program, which says it will build 30,000 new homes across Canada.

Taxing vacant land?

As part of its push on housing, the federal government also says it's looking at vacant land that could be used to build homes.

It's not yet committing to new measures but the budget says the government will consider introducing a new tax on residentially zoned vacant land.

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The government said it plans to launch consultations on the measure later this year.

Help for students

There's also something in the budget for students hunting for housing.

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The government says it will update the formula used by the Canada Student Financial Assistance Program to calculate housing costs when determining financial need, to better reflect the cost of housing in the current climate.

The government estimates this could deliver more aid for rent to approximately 79,000 students each year, at an estimated cost of $154.6 million over five years.

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The government is also promising to extend increased student grants and interest-free loans, at an estimated total cost of $1.1 billion this year.

Increase in taxes on capital gains

To help cover some of its multi-billion dollar commitments, the government is proposing a tax hike on capital gains — the profit individuals make when assets like stocks and second properties are sold.

The government is proposing an increase in the taxable portion of capital gains, up from the current 50 per cent to two thirds for annual capital gains over $250,000.

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Freeland said the change would impact the wealthiest 0.1 per cent.

There's still some protection for small businesses. There's been a lifetime capital gains exemption which allows Canadians to exempt up to $1,016,836 in capital gains tax-free on the sale of small business shares and farming and fishing property. This June the tax-free limit will be increased to $1.25 million and will continue to be indexed to inflation thereafter, according to the budget.

The federal government estimates this could bring in more than $19 billion over five years, although some analysts are not convinced.

Disability benefit amounts to $200 per month

Parliament last year passed the Canada Disability Benefit Act, which promised to send a direct benefit to low-income, working-age people with disabilities.

Budget 2024 proposes funding of $6.1 billion over six years, beginning this fiscal year, and $1.4 billion per year ongoing, for a new Canada Disability Benefit.

Advocates had been hoping for something along the lines of $1,000 per month per person . They'll be disappointed.

According to the budget document, the maximum benefit will amount to $2,400 per year for low income individuals with disabilities between the ages of 18 and 64 — about $200 a month.

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The government said it plans for the Canada Disability Benefit Act to come into force in June 2024 and for payments to start in July 2025.

Carbon rebate for small businesses coming

The federal government has heard an earful from small business advocates who accuse it of reneging on a promise to return a portion of carbon pricing revenues to small businesses to mitigate the tax's economic costs.

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The budget proposes to return fuel charge proceeds from 2019-20 through 2023-24 to an estimated 600,000 businesses with 499 or fewer employees through a new refundable tax credit.

The government said this would deliver $2.5 billion directly to Canada's small- and medium-sized businesses.

Darts and vape pods will cost more

Pitching it as a measure to cut the number of people smoking and vaping, the Liberals are promising to raise revenues on tobacco and smoking products.

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Starting Wednesday, the total tobacco excise duty will be $5.49 per carton. The government estimates this could increase federal revenue by $1.36 billion over five years starting in 2024-25.

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The budget also proposes to increase the vaping excise duty rates by 12 per cent effective July 1. That means an increase of 12 to 24 cents per pod, depending on where you live.

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Ottawa hopes this increase in sin taxes will bring in $310 million over five years, starting in 2024-25.

More money for CBC

Heritage Minister Pascale St-Onge has mused about redefining the role of the public broadcaster before the next federal election . But before that happens, CBC/Radio-Canada is getting a top-up this year.

The budget promises $42 million more in 2024-25 for CBC/Radio-Canada for "news and entertainment programming." CBC/Radio-Canada received about $1.3 billion in total federal funding last year.

The government says it's doing this to ensure that Canadians across the country, including rural, remote, Indigenous and minority language communities, have access to independent journalism and entertainment.

Last year, the CBC announced a financial shortfall, cut 141 employees and eliminated 205 vacant positions. In a statement issued Tuesday, CBC spokesperson Leon Mar said the new funding means the corporation can balance its budget "without significant additional reductions this year."

Boost for Canada's spy agency

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As the government takes heat over how it has handled the threat of foreign election interference, it's promising more money to bolster its spy service.

The Canadian Security Intelligence Service is in line to receive $655.7 million over eight years, starting this fiscal year, to enhance its intelligence capabilities and its presence in Toronto.

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The budget also promises to guarantee up to $5 billion in loans for Indigenous communities to participate in natural resource development and energy projects in their territories.

These loans would be provided by financial institutions or other lenders and guaranteed by the federal government, meaning Indigenous borrowers who opt in could benefit from lower interest rates, the budget says.

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Students design outdoor story walk for Keller schools

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A group of Washington State University landscape architecture students is gaining hands-on experience by designing an outdoor classroom with members of the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Indian Reservation.

The students will give final presentations on their project at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, April 22, at the Elson S. Floyd Cultural Center.

The project is with the Keller School District whose students are members of the Confederated Tribe. The product, called a story walk, is a linear outdoor classroom with stopping points along the way. Signs will provide information and background about the San Poil Band and their cultures, said Michael Sánchez, assistant professor in the School of Design and Construction.

“They have a lot of cultural goals for this — a lot of the connection with the plant material and how they use that material for different things, such as for food, fibers, structures, and buildings,” he said.

The project started several years ago with an effort from a group of fifth and sixth grade students in the Keller School District who proposed the idea and drew up plans for it. The Washington State legislature provided funding for the project, but the district needed help with its design. Grant writer Pat Hayes turned to the School of Design and Construction for design help, and earlier this year, the WSU students visited the Colville reservation to meet with students and community members.

The project will introduce the school’s students to traditional cultural values of the community, but it is also giving them an introduction to opportunities in higher education, said Hayes. The children who came up with the project idea are now in high school, and the WSU team is hoping they can attend the final presentation.

“It is very common for a Native kid to graduate from high school and get to go to a good college and quite often, that kid never comes back to the reservation because there are so many opportunities outside,” he said. “If my kids can start seeing the value of higher education here on the reservation and get introduced to young people who are interested in and engaging with them, it’s definitely a benefit.”

For the WSU students, the project provides experience with community engagement as well as working in an ecologically-oriented landscape, said Kate Kraszewski, assistant professor in the School of Design and Construction.

“It’s a real-life project, so it’s something that they will hopefully be able to interact with in their future profession,” she said.

Robin Lickness, a sophomore in landscape architecture, is excited to work on the project because she is interested in native plants and restoration. She is taking the opportunity to learn about different plant species in the Pacific Northwest. Her part of the project is to create areas throughout the site for placing culturally and historically significant plants.

“Being able to understand those plant materials a lot better, plus understanding their cultural significance, makes it a lot easier to be able to find a place of importance within design,” she said. “I’m building up my own portfolio of plant materials and not just using landscape plants but using native plants in an artistic way.”

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5. MyJJC is the new home for class registration. Through MyJJC's student planning feature, you'll be able to search and register for classes. Having class registeration in this module makes the process simple and easy. 6. Your financial aid and scholarship information will be stored on MyJJC. MyJJC will give you an easy interface for your ...
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Register Now to Summer Classes Sommermonat classes are available in 6- or 8-week sessions: Running I: May 22, 2023 (6 weeks) User II: Monthly 5, 2023 (8 weeks) Session III: July 3, 2023 (6 weeks) Authorized Student Steps
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All inquiries regarding compliance with access, equal opportunity, Title IX, and/or grievance procedures should be directed to the Director of Human Resources, 245 College Road, Wilson Building, Smithfield, NC 27577 or via telephone at (919) 209-2025 or the Vice President of Student Services, 245 College Road, Wilson, Smithfield, NC 27577 or ...
Bestiality references allegedly made during presentation at Renmark
Year 9 students at Renmark High School allege that references to bestiality were made during a third-party presentation on "respectful relationships" that was not supervised by a teacher.
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2024 federal budget's key takeaways: Housing and carbon rebates
Budget 2024 proposes funding of $6.1 billion over six years, beginning this fiscal year, and $1.4 billion per year ongoing, for a new Canada Disability Benefit. Advocates had been hoping for ...
Students design outdoor study walk for Keller schools
The students will give final presentations on their project at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, April 22 at the Elson S. Floyd Cultural Center. The project is with the Keller School District whose students are members of the Confederated Tribe. The product, called a study walk, is a linear outdoor classroom with stopping points along the way.