Ready to Reignite Your Future?

Welcome back to Chicago State University! Whether you've taken a break and are ready to return or you're considering re-enrollment, CSU is here to support your journey. Our dedicated team is committed to helping you reignite your academic path and achieve your goals. Explore our programs, reconnect with our vibrant community, and take the next step toward a brighter future with CSU.

Steps to Readmission

1.Start your readmission application

2.Submit official transcripts from all colleges and/or universities attended since your last attendance at CSU

3.Once you've applied, create your application status portal

Readmissions

Former undergraduate students of CSU who were in good academic standing at the time of withdrawal and who wish to return after an absence of two or more years must submit the following:

Application for readmissions
Official transcripts from all colleges and/or universities attended since their last attendance at CSU

After You Apply

After submitting your admission application and required documents to CSU, you will receive an email from admissions@csu.eduwith instructions on how to set up your Applicant Status Page, where you can track the progress of your application and view any updates or notifications regarding your admission status.

Application Deadlines

The completed application and all supporting documents must be on file in the Office of Admissions by the dates listed below. However, early application is strongly recommended.

Terms	Final Deadline
Spring	December 1
Summer	May 1
Fall	September 1

Have Questions Before You Restart Your CSU Journey?

If you have questions about the readmissions process or need help submitting documents, please contact the Office of Admissions at (773) 995-2513 or admissions@csu.edu.

If you have questions about your past credits, degree programs, or anything else, please contact the Office of the Registrar at (773) 995-2517 or registrar@csu.edu.

Financial Aid and Scholarships

If you have questions about Financial Aid, please contact the Office of Financial Aid at (773) 995-2304 or csu-finaid@csu.edu. Learn more about our Cougar Commitment to transfer and continuing students.

Welcome Back!

Once you receive your admissions decision, please see our Returning Student Checklist.