Governors State University

Oakton students can transfer to Governors State University through our dual degree program (DDP) agreement.

Benefits

  • Students can enroll in the DDP while completing their associate degree at Oakton, providing a seamless pathway to a bachelor's degree at Governors State University.
  • DDP is inclusive of all associate degrees.
  • Students who meet DDP requirements lock in GovState's tuition rate at the time they enroll in the DDP, helping provide predictable tuition costs.
  • Assigned GovState Transfer Specialist who provides transfer planning, admissions assistance, and academic guidance throughout the program.
  • Students work with advisors at both Oakton and GovState to develop an individualized plan of study that supports timely completion of both the associate and bachelor's degrees.
  • Access to advising, counseling, financial aid, tutoring, library resources, computer labs, orientations, student activities, and campus events at both Oakton and GovState.

Criteria

To qualify, students must:

  • be enrolled at Oakton College in an associate degree program
  • enroll in at least six (6) credit hours per semester while attending Oakton
  • maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 and remain in good academic standing
  • complete and submit the Dual Degree Program (DDP) Enrollment Form while enrolled at Oakton
  • meet with academic advisors from both Oakton and Governors State University at least once each semester
  • develop and maintain an approved academic plan with advisors from both institutions
  • complete the associate degree within three (3) years of enrolling in the DDP to maintain eligibility for the guaranteed tuition benefit
  • meet all admission requirements for their intended bachelor's degree program at Governors State University, as some programs have additional admission criteria

Special Note

  • Participation in the DDP does not guarantee admission to all bachelor's degree programs at Governors State University. Some academic programs have additional admission requirements and supplemental application materials

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