Enroll at Waubonsee

Get Enrolled, Registered and Ready for Class!

The process depends on the kind of student you want to be and kind of courses you want to take. There is no competitive application process, except for a few select programs. And you’ll receive personal attention and guidance to help you along the way.

We’re dedicated to helping you achieve success because this is your future.

Credit:

New Student
Earn college credit to transfer to a four-year university or prepare for a career

New Summer-Only
Current or future four-year college students “visiting” Waubonsee to earn credits that transfer back to their home schools

Transfer-In
Transfer in academic credits previously earned at another college or school

Returning
If you have taken a credit course at Waubonsee in the past two years (six semesters), you can likely register for classes right away. If it has been longer than two years, please complete the Readmission Form first so that you can update your personal information and educational goals. Note that if you’ve taken only noncredit and/or high school courses previously and are ready to move into credit courses, you should follow the process for new credit students.

International (I-20)
Enrollment for citizens of a country other than the United States

Noncredit:

Professional Development
Enroll in Professional Development courses

Adult Education
This includes High School Equivalency (HSE), English Language Acquisition (ELA), and other courses that help area residents improve their basic skills in English, reading and math and/or prepare for the GED test at no cost.

Other:

High School
Earn college credit while still in high school.

Online Chat

Are you thinking of attending Waubonsee? Need help getting started? Chat with an Admissions Advisor!

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Important Dates by Semester

Fall 2025

May 5, 2025	Fall semester registration begins
Aug. 18	First day of classes (16-week, first 8-week, first 4-week courses)
Aug. 23	Weekend classes begin (15-week, first 7-week courses)
Sep. 15	12-week and second 4-week classes begin
Oct. 13	Second 8-week and third 4-week classes begin
Oct. 18	Second 7-week weekend classes begin
Nov. 10	Fourth 4-week classes begin

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Spring 2026

Nov. 3, 2025	Spring semester registration begins
Jan. 20, 2026	First day of classes (16-week, first 8-week, first 4-week courses)
Jan. 24	Weekend classes begin (15-week courses, first 7-week courses)
Feb. 16	12-week and second 4-week classes begin
Mar. 23	Second 8-week and third 4-week classes begin
Mar. 28	Second 7-week weekend classes begin
Apr. 20	Fourth 4-week classes begin

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Keep in Mind

Remember that you can begin the new student enrollment process at any time. You'll have a few steps to complete prior to course registration, so don't wait!

Enrollment Steps