Back to College
No matter how long it’s been, there’s a place for you at Triton College. We are here to help you turn existing college credits into a degree or certificate and get you ready for a new career or your next job.
Interested in brushing up on your job skills or upskilling for your next position? Check out our short-term certificate programs.
Interested in a college degree? Explore our degrees by areas of interest or department.
Has it been two or more years since you’ve been enrolled at Triton College? No problem, get back to college in four simple steps:
- Step 1:
- Submit the online form for returning students.
- If you need to be reinstated to be in good standing, email our Counseling team.
- If you attended any other schools after Triton, request that your official transcripts be sent to the Records Office, Room B220.
- Submit the online form for returning students.
- Step 2:
- Apply for Financial Aid.
- If you were previously disqualified, and have been away from Triton College for a minimum of three years, you may be allowed to return on probation status.
- If you were previously financial aid disqualified through Satisfactory Academic Progress, you should submit an appeal.
- Apply for Financial Aid.
- Step 3:
- Take a placement test, if needed.
- Students do not need to take the placement test if they have already done so within the last two years or if they earned a grade of “C” or better in college level mathematics and/or English.
- Take a placement test, if needed.
- Step 4:
- Register for classes online through MyTriton portal, in person at the Welcome Center, or by phone at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3130.
- Meet with an advisor to discuss your goals and academic plan.
Back to college. Back to you!
“Learning never ends, you just have to keep pushing forward.”
Sarah Gucciardo
Cybersecurity Student at Triton College
Melrose Park, Ill.
When Sarah Gucciardo of Melrose Park was looking for a new in-demand, financially stable career, she turned to Triton College. “Nontraditional students who think they can’t do it, can!” Gucciardo said.
“Triton has been just amazing to make sure that I can work around my schedule. There are classes available so I can do what I need to with my family, within my finances and still go to college.”
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Absolutely! Adult students at Triton College are the norm, rather than the exception. The average age of a Triton College student is 28. And 72% of Triton College students attend part time.
There’s no better motivator than having a specific goal in sight. Take some time to explore careers and connect with a Career Coach.
Our Career Services team offers career planning services, resources, and access to information to community members seeking to get better jobs, start new careers, or re-enter the workforce. Our staff is committed to helping you prepare for career options that match your individual skills, values, interests, and goals.
We offer several short-term certificate programs that can be completed in a year or less. All of our programs of study, including degree and certificate programs feature detailed program maps that outline exactly which courses—and how many credits—are needed to achieve your goal.
The credits you earned at Triton never expire, and our Records team will evaluate your transcripts from other schools.
You may also be eligible for Prior Learning Credit through placement exams or demonstrated work and life experience. If you have specific questions, a member of our Admissions team can work with you.
Triton College strives to offer an affordable college education. Tuition rates for the 2025-2026 school year start at $158.00 per credit hour.
We encourage all students to apply for financial aid.
Our Financial Aid team can walk you through the various ways to pay for college, including grants and scholarships, work study, and loans. Your employer may also offer tuition assistance.
Definitely. Members of our Admissions team can walk you through how to come back to college. Give them a call at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3130 or stop by in person in the B Building.
We’re happy to show you around campus, to highlight new features since you’ve attended, or explore new areas of interest. We’re always updating our classrooms, labs, and student spaces to ensure we best prepare our students for the workforce.
If you have been dismissed or suspended, reach out to our Counseling team.
We are here for you! We’ve developed an orientation specifically for adult and returning students. This is a great opportunity to get back into the swing of college and to meet other students just like you.
Our campus resources include teams dedicated to advising, tutoring, mental health and wellness, research assistance, affinity clubs, access and accommodations, and more. Whether you need a loanable laptop, 24/7 virtual tutoring, or an appointment with a medical professional, our staff will connect you to the services and materials you need to succeed.
We also have wonderful facilities to support your health and wellness, including a fitness center, indoor and outdoor tracks, and a pool.
Supervised children are welcome in the campus Library and Cafeteria, as well as other open public spaces.
Our accredited on-campus Child Development Center offers programming for children ages 15 months to 5 years.
Our School of Continuing Education offers youth and family programs and summer camps.
Our counselors share many helpful resources for families and our team of registered nurses highlight community partners who offer Family Health & Wellness Resources.
Our Center for Access and Accommodative Services (CAAS) team is happy to work with you to ensure you are set up for success.
We offer several 100% online career, professional, and certification training courses.
We also offer several flexible learning options, including individual online classes and weekend and fast track courses.
Courses are listed by delivery type on our schedule.
Our virtual campus resources include online research resources, virtual research appointments, virtual advising, remote tech support, and 24/7 virtual tutoring.