Chicago State 大学’s Continuing 教育 & Non-traditional Degree programs have been providing quality lifelong education for more than 40 years. 我们的程序 are for people of all ages and backgrounds, and include nontraditional undergraduate degree programs, educational and 培训 courses, workshops, and seminars. 你可以 complete courses online or in-person, or both. We've also made scheduling easy with daytime, evening and Saturday class options. We even recognize learning for life experience with the Adult Integrated Learning Program.
We offer two degree programs, the Adult Integrated Learning Program 和 Individualized Curriculum Program. Students who complete either of these programs are awarded a Bachelor of 艺术 or Bachelor of Science Degree.
通过 AIL program, you can earn an undergraduate degree in a manner compatible with both your educational needs and lifestyle. This program is for students that want to receive credit for past coursework completed at other schools or skills learned outside the classroom. The courses must have been completed at regionally accredited colleges or universities.
You may also apply for academic credit through the preparation of a prior learning 投资组合. This 投资组合 should document specific college-level knowledge gained through non-academic pursuits. You must also demonstrate that this knowledge is related 到CSU课程.
The ICP program is for mature and motivated adults, 18 years and older, who wish to plan their own academic program.
You will work with a program advisor 和 dean to develop curricula that are relevant to your life and career goals. You, the student, will be considerably more responsible for course selection and sequence.
"The program was challenging; however, I appreciated the flexibility it offered."- Stephanie Robinson, class of 2022
“I had a great experience in the program!”- Obehi Adiman, class of 2022.
选择项目
通过 选择项目, the university offers classes, workshops and seminars covering a variety of interests 适合所有年龄段. Included are classes in:
With the 选择项目, you can join an active and creative community of lifelong 学习者. All classes are non-credit and reasonably priced.
These programs are designed to assist unemployed and underemployed individuals in returning to the workforce. To qualify for the grant applicants must meet eligibility and suitability criteria.
Additional information and requirements about these programs can be found in the university catalog
Are you looking for career advancement, gainful employment, or integrated workforce 培训? Chicago State 大学 Continuing 教育 and its partners have the programs to meet your needs.
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