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.
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Our initiative aims to equip young individuals with the necessary skills for college readiness and to ensure their success in
post-secondary education. We are committed to enhancing participation in STEM fields while also providing early access to
global experiences through our short-term academic programs abroad. Each of our TRIO Upward Bound STEM Scholars is awarded a scholarship that fully covers the costs associated with any of our international programs.
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NEIU
Dual Enrollment
Spring 2026
Free 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, supported by scholarships! Experience college class rigor at NEIU this summer as a high school student.
Dual Enrollment Overview
You’ll earn 3 credits on a NEIU transcript (and are widely transferable to many other institutions). You’ll be taking a real college course with NEIU students, supported by NEIU advisors and staff to optimize your success. You’ll connect with other motivated high school students from around the city.