Resources and Supports

As a City Colleges student, you have access to a variety of resources to fuel your success both in and out of the classroom.

Please see below for an example of some of the support services available to you as a student. To view additional resources at each college, visit https://www.ccc.edu/menu/student-resources-quick-guide/.

Career Development

Our Career Development Centers help students and alumni plan for a successful transition from the classroom to the workforce. Get help exploring your career options, searching for jobs and interviews, creating a resume, preparing for interviews, and more.

Childcare

City Colleges operates Child Development Laboratory Schools for pre-K children (ages 2-5, depending on location) at five of our colleges. These childcare centers are open to students, employees, and the community.

Financial Aid

Our Financial Aid Offices can help you apply for financial aid and answer any questions you have about the application and award process.

Health and Wellness

Through our Wellness Centers, students can access free mental health counseling and on-campus food pantries. Staff can also connect you to helpful community resources.

Technology

Borrow a laptop from City Colleges while you’re enrolled in classes and see if you’re eligible for free internet at home through our Chicago Connected program.

Transfer

Our Transfer Centers can help you seamlessly transfer to a four-year college or university to earn your bachelor’s degree. Get help researching where you want to attend, learning about transferable courses, and applying for transfer scholarships.

Tutoring

Our Tutoring Centers offer free tutoring and academic support services to help students succeed in class. One-on-one and group tutoring sessions are available.

City Colleges of Chicago will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026 in recognition of Memorial Day. Classes will not be held and in-person, and virtual student services will not be available. Classes and student services will resume when City Colleges reopens on Tuesday, May 26.