Steps to Enroll for Certificate Students
As a new certificate-seeking student, this guide will help you through each step of
the enrollment process:
Apply
Apply online at harpercollege.edu/apply. Payment of a $25 nonrefundable fee is required at the time of application.
Submit official transcripts directly from the high school(s) and college(s) you indicated on your application.
If you are transferring military, foreign or college credit from another institution,
transcripts will be evaluated automatically based on the following criteria: general
education courses, direct equivalent courses to Harper courses and general elective
courses.
For information on how to transfer credit from another institution:
Visit harpercollege.edu and search for “Transfer of Credit.”
Log onto MyHarper Student Portal
The MyHarper Portal is your primary source of information and communication from the college. Please become
familiar with it before the semester begins.
- Log in with your username and password.
- Review your New Student Checklist for actions.
- You will also be able to access academic, personal, financial and student support
resources.
Need your username or password?
The log in page for the portal contains instructions for:
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- Look up your user name
- Get password or unlock account
Student Service Desk: studentsd@harpercollege.edu or 847.925.6866
Apply for Financial Aid
If you are enrolled in a certificate program that requires a total of 16 credit hours
or more, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at fafsa.gov to see if you qualify for federal or state aid.
- Harper College’s school code is 003961.
- Be sure to submit any required documents for financial aid.
- Certificate programs totaling fewer than 16 credit hours are not eligible for financial
aid.
Undocumented and transgender students who are not able to apply for FAFSA may be able
to complete an Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid
For assistance with financial aid and college payment options:
One Stop Center: onestop@harpercollege.edu or 847.925.6710
Paying for College: Consider Your Options
If paying for college is a challenge, you’re not alone. Explore all of your options, including payment plans, student employment, apprenticeship programs, grants and
other ways to finance your education. All students should apply for scholarships.
- Scholarships are awarded for a variety of reasons including academic merit, background, career
goals, educational interests and much more.
- Explore all of your options, including payment plans, student employment, apprenticeship programs, grants and
other ways to finance your education.
- Apply for financial aid. (See previous step.)
- Remember: Your financial aid must be ready and/or you must arrange payment within 5 business
days of registration to secure your schedule.
For assistance with financial aid and college payment options:
One Stop Center: onestop@harpercollege.edu or 847.925.6710
Placement Exams
If you are planning to enroll in a college-level English or Math course during your
first semester at Harper, you will either need to take the placement exam, provide
SAT/ACT scores or submit transcripts with college credit for evaluation.
Placement exams may be waived for students who demonstrate college readiness in other
ways. For complete details, review important information about Course Placement Testing and College Readiness.
Review your placement test requirements:
- Log in to my.harpercollege.edu.
- Go to your New Student Checklist to view your specific testing requirements and learn
what actions you should take.
Testing Center: testing@harpercollege.edu or 847.925.6541
Register for Classes
Register for classes:
- Log into my.harpercollege.edu, and click on the Registration and Records tab.
- Click on Add/Drop classes, choose the correct term, and click on Registration Cart/Degree
Works Plan. Select the dates and times of the classes in your plan.
As a certificate-seeking student, you aren't required to attend Orientation or meet
with an academic advisor before you register, but if you would like to do so anyway,
please contact the Center for New Students and Orientation.
Learn more about registration.
Select Your Payment Option
You have options to pay for your classes:
- Sign up for an interest-free monthly payment plan.
- Pay with cash, credit card or electronic check.
Remember: Your financial aid must be ready and/or you must arrange payment within 5 business
days of registration to secure your schedule. All course selections are considered
temporary until payment arrangements are complete.
Find out more about payment options:
One Stop Center: onestop@harpercollege.edu or 847.925.6710 or visit Building A, Room A250.
Questions or Concerns?
The Office of Admissions Outreach is committed to making your enrollment process a
seamless transition. If you have questions or concerns, please contact us at 847.925.6707
and ask to speak with an admissions representative.