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Applying to Sandburg is completely free and takes just a few steps. Got questions? Just call 309.345.3500 or email us. Better yet, come see us — schedule a visit, take a tour, or attend an open house. Sandburg's here for you throughout the admissions process.

Getting started

The steps you need to enroll, apply for financial aid, register for classes and more. Getting started today.

Application dates & deadlines

Stay ahead of the game — keep track of important dates for your application and financial
aid. View application dates & deadlines.

Community

Sandburg is a welcoming community of support. You’ll feel at home with a network of
students, faculty and staff who care about your future as much as you do. Learn more about student life at Sandburg.

Check your application status.

We get it — sometimes it’s hard to wait. Once you submit your application, you can create
an account to check the progress. Check your status now.
two student working in the electrical lab.
“Going to Sandburg, I came out with no debt, and I got a degree where I can pretty much work anywhere I want. I learned to fix just about every machine you’d see in a factory.”
Sam Scott ’21, associate in applied science, process maintenance technology

Request transcripts.

Whether you need your transcript for transferring credit, applying for a scholarship or getting a job, you can order it for free. Request your transcript now.

FERPA

The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, commonly known as FERPA, is a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. Learn more about FERPA.

Limited-enrollment programs

Some programs — particularly in health science — have a set limit of students admitted. Here’s what you need to know.

Dual-credit admissions

Yep, you can earn college credit in high school through Sandburg’s dual-credit program. Get a head start now.

International admissions

Applying from outside the U.S.? You have a few extra steps — and we’ll guide you through
them. Learn more about international admissions.
student in library
“Let a joy keep you. Reach out your hands and take it when it runs by.”
~Carl Sandburg