Step A: Claim Account >>

Click here for instructions to claim your account. Once your account is claimed, print the page for your records. You will use the account user ID and password for several things, including email and an online learning system called Moodle.

Step B: Confirm Enrollment

Log into your application portal >>. Once logged in, click on "View Your Decision". When your decision letter opens, in the bottom right corner you will click on "Reply To Offer". Press on "Accept Offer".

File your Free FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) after October 1st. Funds are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so file as soon as possible (U.S. citizens and permanent residents only).

Have you applied for financial aid?

• If no, apply on-line or contact the Office of Student Financial Aid.
• If yes, be sure to check the e-mail address you used on the FAFSA application for updates.
• Check with your academic college for additional scholarship opportunities.

Priority consideration for merit-based scholarships is based upon completing the FAFSA by February 1st.

Please visit our FAFSA web page or contact Financial Aid at csu-finaid@csu.edu for assistance and/or additional information. CSU’s federal code is 001694. 

Become a Rise Scholar at Chicago State University! For Freshman ONLY

Rise Academy is a first-year experience program that starts in the summer or fall with an introductory five-week college course, targeted advising and, continues with holistic student support throughout the academic year. The Rise Scholarship which covers full-tuition and fees for your first-year at CSU after applying all financial aid awards for the 2022-2023 academic year; also includes free loan of a university atop for all four undergraduate years and textbook vouchers.

For more information on RISE Academy.

All newly admitted first-year students and some transfer students are required to take the placement exams. Placement exams should be taken upon admission to the university or as soon thereafter (If applicable).

Please use our online registration form to make an appointment to take your placement exams.

Learn about and register for New Student Orientation by visiting here.

Before starting school, you must attend an orientation, and we encourage your parents to attend.

Orientation provides critical information about your educational career at CSU, including registering for courses, paying your bill, submitting required forms, ordering textbooks, and more. 

Students can view transfer credit details on Cougar Connect by navigating to the Student channel.

Coursework will only be evaluated after your official transcripts from each institution attended and/or scores have been received by the Office of Evaluations.

If currently enrolled and your transfer credits are not visible, please contact the Office of Evaluations immediately. Please allow our office 3 weeks to fully enter all transfer credit.

Are you interested in staying on campus in our residence hall? After you confirm your enrollment, you can complete a housing application.

Please visit our Housing & Residence Life webpage or contact housing@csu.edu if you need more information.

Immunizations are a state law requirement and failure to comply will result in academic withdrawal. Prior to registration, you are required to provide proof of immunization compliance. All enrolled students who attend classes on campus must provide documentation of immunizations.

Complete the Student Immunization Record (pdf) form and send it to:

Chicago State University

Wellness Center Cook Administration Building/ Room 131

9501 S. King Drive

Chicago, IL 60628

Students should contact the Wellness Center, located in Room 131, Cook Administration Building, or call (773) 995-2010 for further information on how to satisfy State of Illinois immunization requirements.

Newly admitted students are required to provide their FINAL Official High School transcript or FINAL Official College transcript with school seal and graduation to the Office of Admissions.

Students can request ACT or SAT official scores to be sent to CSU – Code 0992 by contacting the agencies listed below.

If you attended a community college or earned college credits during high school, please have them send an official transcript to the Undergraduate Admissions Office by July 1.

CSU accepts the following types of course credit:

1. (AP) Advanced Placement
2. (CLEP) College-Level Examination Program
3. (IB) International Baccalaureate
4. State Seal of Biliteracy
5. Dual Credit/Dual Enrollment

Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate credit is generally accepted if you meet the required minimum score for each exam. Detailed information on these credits may be found here.

Contact each organization to learn how to send your scores to CSU:

Office of Records and Registration

Academic Evaluations and Advisement ADM 128

Chicago State University

9501 S. King Drive

Chicago, IL 60628

Pay your tuition and fees on time so you don't get dropped from classes. Your verified fund source must be in place by the payment due date which includes financial aid, scholarships, payment plan, or pay in full.  Log into your student payment portal and review your statement, enroll in a payment plan, make payment, and set up your direct deposit information.

https://www.csu.edu/financialoperations/bursar/payment.htm|  bursar@csu.edu  |  773-335-2029

• Confirn you are registered for classes & confirm all expenses via  Cougar Connect.
• Obtain parking pass if you are commuting.
• Email IDservices@csu.edu to obtain your university ID.
• Get all educational materials (books, calculators, etc.).
• If you are a Veteran, please contact Veterans Affairs to obtain your benefits.