Frequently Asked Questions About
the Program for High School Seniors

(Class of 2026)

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One Click College Admit

One Click College Admit is an initiative by the State of Illinois and is the state’s free, quick, and stress-free direct admissions program into state public universities and community colleges.

  • What is the cost associated with the program?

    This is a free program.

  • What steps must I take to participate in the program?

    Step 1: Create your Common App account and profile here.
    Step 2: Enter required information like GPA and permanent address in Illinois
    Step 3: Wait to receive admission offers

  • Which Illinois universities are participating in the program for enrollment in Fall 2026?

    o Chicago State University
    o Eastern Illinois University
    o Governors State University
    o Northern Illinois University
    o Northeastern Illinois University
    o Southern Illinois University Carbondale
    o Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
    o Western Illinois University

  • Students receiving a direct admission offer to any of the community colleges listed below will be able to apply to them through the Common App.

    o Black Hawk College o Harper College o Lincoln Land College o Oakton College o Rend Lake College o Sandburg College o Sauk Valley Community College o Triton College

  • How will I be notified of direct admission offers from institutions?

    You will receive an email at the email address provided. You will also receive alerts in your Common App account.

  • If I am offered admission to a college or university through One Click College Admit, does that mean that I will be admitted to the specialized program/college that I am interested in (e.g., School of Arts and Sciences or College of Engineering)?

    You will be offered general admission to universities/community colleges through One Click College Admit, not admission to specialized programs. You will need to apply separately to specialized programs.

  • How do I accept a One Click College Admit admission offer?

    Indicate your interest by adding the institution to the "My Colleges" tab in Common App and complete the information for enrollment to the college/university through Common App by the acceptance deadline.

  • Is there a limit to the number of admission offers I am able to accept?

    No. You may accept offers from any university/community college you are interested in attending.

  • Will my direct admission offer(s) also include information on my financial aid eligibility?

    No, your direct admission offer will not include information on your financial aid eligibility. Colleges typically start sending out financial aid award letters in January/February. Contact the institution directly for information on your financial aid award letter.

    For general information regarding financial aid, visit Financial Aid.

  • Who do I contact if I have questions about the direct admissions program, One Click College Admit?

    Send a detailed email to info@oneclickadmit.org