We Support
Northeastern Illinois University's Center for College Access and Success creates support systems for first-generation students,
their families, and their schools to make their dream of a college education a reality.
Post-Secondary Degrees for all Students
The Center for College Access and Success (CCAS) is Northeastern Illinois University's educational outreach center to PreK-12 schools and their communities in the Chicago area.
42 Years
in Education
Upcoming Events
Student Fund
Just In Time Fund
Application deadline is
November 19, 2021
About the Just In Time Fund
The Just In Time Fund provides limited emergency financial support to high school graduates of the class of 2020 and 2021 who have participated in a Center for College Access and Success program (GEAR UP, 21st CCLC, Talent Search, Upward Bound Math & Science) and are enrolled in college but unable to meet essential expenses due to a temporary or unexpected hardship.
Awards are not considered loans and do not require repayment. Funds distributed can range from $100 - $1,000 and is a one-time award.
Student
NEIU Dual Enrollment
Program
Spring 2022
Application deadline is
November 28, 2021
Get a Jump Start on College - Earn Free Credit at NEIU!
College Classes for High School Students
Northeastern Illinois University’s College
of Arts and Sciences is offering a great opportunity for high school students to get
an early college experience, fully supported
by scholarships!
General Events
CenterSpace
Holiday Workshops
December 2022
Join us for our popular CCAS CenterSpace Holiday Workshops.
Space is limited!
NEIU Open House
November 17, 2021
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Carruthers Center for Inner City Studies
700 East Oakwood Boulevard
Chicago, IL 60653
November 20, 2021
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Northeastern Illinois University
5500 N. St. Louis Ave,
Chicago, IL 60625
December 1, 2021
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Northeastern Illinois University
El Centro
3390 N. Avondale Ave.
Chicago, IL 60618
Your Success at NEIU!
Welcome Prospective Students & Families!
Going to college is more than taking
classes. It is about connecting with people
and opportunities in and out of the classroom. Northeastern Illinois University assists students with successful academic and social transition to University life and beyond. Please join us during our "Your Success at NEIU" Open House.
Carruthers Center for Inner City Studies
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