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From Credits to Completion: Nationwide

Written by ReUp | May 20, 2026 5:46:18 AM

 

You've already put meaningful time and effort into your education. If you're thinking about returning, colleges and universities in ReUp's national network may offer support that helps you finish with a clearer path and fewer barriers.

Find your school below, connect with the right person, and see what support may already be available to you.

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Who to contact when you're ready to enroll

American International College Michael Dodge (413) 205-3305 | Michael.Dodge@aic.edu

Angelina College Office of Academic Success Contact through the Angelina College website to connect with a Success Coach.

Bellevue University Contact your success coach to get started — returning learners work directly with their success coach to be reactivated in the system.

Chicago State University Melissa Hill, Associate Director of Admissions mhill46@csu.edu

College of Southern Maryland Contact Admissions to get started.

Delaware County Community College Alethia Ferguson — Advising: aferguson5@dccc.edu Deanna Foley — Financial Aid: dfoley8@dccc.edu

East Texas A&M University Contact Admissions to get started.

Eastern Michigan University Contact Admissions — submit the free re-enrollment form to get started.

Ferris State University Charlotte M. Tetsworth, Associate Director of Admissions Processes (231) 591-3932 | CharlotteTetsworth@ferris.edu

Framingham State University Contact Admissions to get started.

Gateway Technical College Mercedes Duran, Reentry Navigator duranm@gtc.edu

Grand Valley State University Jacquelyn Abeyta, Assistant Director for Student Engagement, Adult & Continuing Studies abeytaj@gvsu.edu

Henderson State University Kelly Stewart, Academic Advisor (870) 230-5557 | stewark@hsu.edu

Indiana Institute of Technology Office of Student Success studentsuccess@indianatech.edu

Jacksonville State University Tucker Allen (256) 600-9538 | tallen7@jsu.edu

Jefferson College Keri Hayes, Admissions Representative (636) 481-3213 | khayes15@jeffco.edu

Kalamazoo Valley Community College Student Development Services (269) 488-4040 | Development@KVCC.edu

Lake Superior State University Amanda Stempky, Enrollment Services Representative astempky@lssu.edu

Lehigh Carbon Community College Ariel Van Dam (610) 799-1545 | avandam@lccc.edu

Louisiana State University Online LSU Online: Millie Miller Call: (225) 230-6239 | Text: (225) 508-7824 | emilymiller@lsu.edu Schedule an appointment and select the ReUp option.

LSU Connected Campuses: Shauna Fahad Call: (225) 230-6489 | Text: (225) 325-7839 | shaunafahad@lsu.edu

Marion Technical College Admissions Office (740) 389-4636 | enroll@mtc.edu

Millersville University Kyki Bobatas, Assistant Director of UG Admissions kyki.bobotas@millersville.edu

Mineral Area College Andrea Kemper (573) 518-2260

Missouri State University Jaime Ross JaimeRoss@missouristate.edu

Morgan State University Terrie Rogers terrie.rogers@morgan.edu

North Dakota State University Jessica Bauer, Assistant Director of Student Success Initiatives jessica.m.bauer@ndsu.edu

Northeastern State University Michelle Farris, Advisor (918) 444-5034 | farrismd@nsuok.edu

Northern Illinois University NIU Re-Enrollment Coordinator Submit the Returning Students Contact Form or email btp@niu.edu — a re-enrollment advisor will reach out within five business days.

Oakton College Contact Admissions to get started.

Old Dominion University Campus programs: advisor@odu.edu Online programs: oduglobaladvising@odu.edu

Pennsylvania Western University Charlie McConnell, Success Coach cmcconnell@pennwest.edu

Rend Lake College RL-Cares Office (618) 437-5321 | rl-cares@rlc.edu

Robert Morris University Diane M. Fatigati, Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions (412) 397-6234 | fatigati@rmu.edu

Saginaw Valley State University Contact Admissions to get started. (additional contact details pending)

Salem State University Carmen Amado, Director of Advising camado@salemstate.edu

Sauk Valley Community College Academic Advising (815) 835-6354 | advising@svcc.edu

Shawnee State University Contact Admissions to get started.

South Suburban College College and Career Success Center (708) 210-5724 | Use QLESS to schedule a virtual or in-person appointment.

Springfield College Contact Admissions to get started.

Texas A&M University – Central Texas Alisha DeLaVaso, Enrollment Specialist alisha.wade@tamuct.edu

Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi Islander Finish Initiative finish@tamucc.edu

Texas A&M University – International Juan Balderas, Academic Outreach Coordinator (956) 326-3163

Texas A&M University – Kingsville J. Felicia Lerma, Academic Success Coach Jessica.Lerma2@tamuk.edu

Texas A&M University – Texarkana Contact Admissions to get started.

Triton College Ana Patino Perez, Readmission Advisor (708) 456-0300 ext. 3690 | anapatinoperez@triton.edu

University of Alaska Fairbanks Office of Admissions (907) 474-7500 | uaf-admissions@alaska.edu

University of Idaho Contact Admissions to get started.

University of Maryland Global Campus Admissions & Records 1 (800) 888-8682 | studentsfirst@umgc.edu

University of Texas San Antonio Barbara Smith barbara.smith@utsa.edu

University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee Haroon Jamshed, Admissions Counselor for Re-entry Students (414) 441-5580 | jamshed@uwm.edu

University of Wisconsin – Parkside Jake Mickelson, Adult Student Enrollment Counselor (262) 595-2496 | mickelsj@uwp.edu

University of Wisconsin – Whitewater Dave Hahn, Assistant Director of Admissions (262) 472-3157 | hahnd@uww.edu

Utica University Admissions Office (contact update pending) (315) 792-3006 | admiss@utica.edu

Virginia Peninsula Community College Latasha Holmes holmesl@vpcc.edu

Western Kentucky University Donna Gregory, Coordinator of Assessment and Planning (270) 745-6331 | donna.gregory@wku.edu

Western Michigan University Jessica Parker, Director of Academic Advising (269) 387-4156 | Jessica.parker@wmich.edu

Westmoreland Community College Contact Admissions to get started.

Schools offering pre-admission degree audits

These schools may be able to review your credits before you formally re-enroll. Reach out to the contact listed for your school to ask about availability and eligibility.

  • American International College — contact Michael Dodge at (413) 205-3305 or Michael.Dodge@aic.edu; will be connected to the appropriate department for an unofficial audit
  • Angelina College — contact the Office of Academic Success through the Angelina College website
  • Chicago State University — contact the Office of the Registrar at (773) 995-2517 or registrar@csu.edu
  • Eastern Michigan University — contact the EMU Advising Centers; details are in your next steps email
  • Ferris State University — contact Charlotte Tetsworth at (231) 591-3932 or CharlotteTetsworth@ferris.edu
  • Gateway Technical College — contact Mercedes Duran at duranm@gtc.edu
  • Grand Valley State University — contact the Center for Adult and Continuing Studies at (616) 331-7180; if you're interested in Integrative Studies, contact Kate VanDerKolk at vandkat@gvsu.edu
  • Indiana Institute of Technology — contact the Office of Student Success at studentsuccess@indianatech.edu
  • Jacksonville State University — contact Tucker Allen at (256) 600-9538 or tallen7@jsu.edu
  • Jefferson College — contact Keri Hayes at (636) 481-3213 or khayes15@jeffco.edu
  • Kalamazoo Valley Community College — contact Student Development Services at (269) 488-4040 or success@kvcc.edu
  • Lake Superior State University — contact Amanda Stempky at astempky@lssu.edu
  • Lehigh Carbon Community College — contact Academic Advising at (610) 799-1137 or adviseme@lccc.edu
  • Louisiana State University Online — contact your designated campus representative listed above
  • Marion Technical College — contact Admissions at (740) 389-4636 or enroll@mtc.edu
  • Millersville University — contact Kyki Bobatas at kyki.bobotas@millersville.edu
  • Missouri State University — contact the Academic Advising and Transfer Center at (417) 836-5258 or Advise@MissouriState.edu
  • North Dakota State University — contact Jessica Bauer at jessica.m.bauer@ndsu.edu
  • Northeastern State University — contact Transfer Student Services at (918) 444-3651 or Michelle Farris at farrismd@nsuok.edu
  • Old Dominion University — campus programs: advisor@odu.edu; online programs: oduglobaladvising@odu.edu
  • Rend Lake College — no application required; contact RL-Cares at (618) 437-5321 or rl-cares@rlc.edu
  • Salem State University — available for learners with 60+ credit hours; contact Carmen Amado at camado@salemstate.edu
  • Sauk Valley Community College — contact Academic Advising at (815) 835-6354 or advising@svcc.edu
  • Saginaw Valley State University — degree audit availability in progress; contact Admissions for current status
  • South Suburban College — contact the College and Career Success Center at (708) 210-5724 or use QLESS for a virtual appointment
  • Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi — contact the Islander Finish Initiative at finish@tamucc.edu
  • Texas A&M University – International — contact Juan Balderas at (956) 326-3163
  • Texas A&M University – Kingsville — contact J. Felicia Lerma at Jessica.Lerma2@tamuk.edu
  • University of Alaska Fairbanks — contact Admissions at (907) 474-7500 or uaf-admissions@alaska.edu
  • University of Idaho — available only for learners interested in the Degree Doctor program; contact Admissions for details
  • University of Maryland Global Campus — contact Admissions & Records at 1 (800) 888-8682 or studentsfirst@umgc.edu
  • University of Texas San Antonio — contact Transfer and Transition Student Success Services at (210) 458-8777 or Transferadvising@utsa.edu
  • University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee — contact the Academic Advising Office for your program
  • University of Wisconsin – Parkside — contact Jake Mickelson at (262) 595-2496 or mickelsj@uwp.edu
  • University of Wisconsin – Whitewater — contact the Academic Advising Office for your major
  • Utica University — contact the Admissions Office at (315) 792-3006 or admiss@utica.edu
  • Western Kentucky University — contact Donna Gregory at (270) 745-6331 or donna.gregory@wku.edu
  • Western Michigan University — freshmen/sophomores: contact Rich McMullen at richard.mcmullen@wmich.edu; juniors/seniors: contact Jessica Parker at jessica.parker@wmich.edu

Resources for learners with a high number of credits

American International College

Online degree completion programs are available for learners who have completed at least 60 credit hours or have an associate's degree. Programs include Criminal Justice B.S., Cybersecurity B.S., Educational Studies B.S., and Management B.S. The Degree Completion Program is offered at reduced tuition — visit aic.edu for current rates.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. If it's been less than two years since you last attended AIC, complete the Re-Enrollment Request Form. If it's been more than two years, submit the free readmission application. Contact Michael Dodge to review your credits before applying.

Angelina College

Online programs are available including Business Administration & Management, Business & Supervision, Child & Family Development, Criminal Justice Certificate, Paralegal (Legal Assisting), and Real Estate.

Money that may help you finish: AC's General Scholarship Application gives you access to over 200 scholarships in about five minutes — find it on the Scholarships page.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition and past-due balances.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. Submit the free returning student application. Contact the Office of Academic Success if you'd like to review your credits before applying.

Bellevue University

The majority of their offerings are designed to be completed online. 

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. Returning learners work directly with their success coach to be reactivated in the system — contact your success coach to get started.

Chicago State University

The Adult Integrated Learning (AIL) Program is a flexible, career-focused undergraduate program for adult learners that recognizes prior experience and offers customized academic pathways. The Individualized Curriculum Program (ICP) offers additional flexibility in how you complete your degree.

Money that may help you finish: Finish Strong Micro-Grants provide up to $500 per semester for up to three semesters to help cover modest financial gaps between what you owe and what's available through financial aid.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition. The Cougar Return program is a debt forgiveness initiative for former CSU students who left within the past three years, owe $1,500 or less, and are within a few credits of finishing. Contact Melissa Hill to find out if you qualify.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. If you last attended CSU more than two years ago, submit the returning student application.

College of Southern Maryland

Online programs are available through the Virtual Campus — use the Program Finder to explore options.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. If it's been more than two years since you last attended, submit the free returning student application.

Delaware County Community College

Online programs are available.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. If you've been away for one year or more, submit the free application for readmission. DCCC also hosts Reconnect & Complete events — multi-day sessions where you can explore how your earned credits may apply toward a degree or certificate, ask about flexible course options, and meet with advisors in person.

East Texas A&M University

Online programs are available.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition. Note: payment plans are available fall and spring terms only.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. Submit the returning student application.

Eastern Michigan University

Online programs are available.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition. The Eagle Engage Corps combines debt forgiveness with community service opportunities through EMU programs and is designed to re-engage students who left due to financial challenges. Contact (734) 487-6570 or Engage@EMU.edu for details.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. If you're returning to an undergraduate program and have been away for two or more years, submit the free re-enrollment form.

Ferris State University

Online programs are available. The application is free for degree programs — certificate programs have a $40 fee.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition. PLA fees are waived — if you have prior learning or experience that may count toward your degree, contact Janelle Hemingway at JanelleHemingway@ferris.edu.

How to apply or come back: Submit the free application for readmission. Contact Charlotte Tetsworth to review your credits before applying.

Framingham State University

Online classes and many hybrid programs are available. One fully online program is offered: World Languages and Linguistics.

Money that may help you finish: The Dr. Scott Greenberg Scholarship supports adult learners who have returned to FSU to complete their undergraduate degree. Must be a continuing education undergraduate student in good academic standing. Designed for learners who previously left due to family, financial, or personal reasons.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application fee is $50. Submit the readmission application.

Gateway Technical College

Online programs are available.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition. The Fresh Start to Finish Debt Forgiveness program is available for learners who have earned nine or more credits at Gateway and owe between $200 and $1,500 in unpaid prior debt incurred within the past six years. Contact Mercedes Duran for details.

How to apply or come back: The application fee is waived for ReUp learners — use the promo code in your next steps email. Submit the application for readmission. Contact Mercedes Duran if you'd like to review your credits before applying.

Grand Valley State University

Online programs are available. The Integrative Studies degree is available as an accelerated online option.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. Complete the free Re-entry Form and email it to the Registrar's Office at regdept@gvsu.edu. Contact Jacquelyn Abeyta or the Center for Adult and Continuing Studies if you'd like to review your credits before applying.

Henderson State University

No online programs are available at this time.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. Submit the returning student application.

Indiana Institute of Technology

Online programs are available.

Money that may help you finish: Indiana Tech ReUp Scholarship — a 20% discount on tuition for returning ReUp learners.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition. If you owe less than $1,000, a payment plan for your past-due balance may also be available — contact Takisha Nelson at (260) 422-5561 ext. 3482 or tlnelson@indianatech.edu.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. If you've been away from Indiana Tech for three or more years, submit the free returning student application. Contact the Office of Student Success if you'd like to review your credits before applying.

Jacksonville State University

Online programs are available. The Integrated Studies degree completion program is designed for learners who have been working for several years and may allow you to use work experience for course credit. Contact Tucker Allen to find out if you're eligible.

Money that may help you finish: Re-Engage Alabama Scholarship — contact Tucker Allen for eligibility details. The JSU Finish Line Program may also offer financial support for returning learners.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. Submit the returning student application. Most learners hear back within five to seven business days with next steps for advising and registration.

Jefferson College

Online programs are available.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. If it's been one year or more since you last attended Jefferson College, submit the free application. Contact Keri Hayes if you'd like to review your credits before applying.

Kalamazoo Valley Community College

Online programs are available.

Money that may help you finish: Michigan Reconnect Scholarship — for learners aged 25 and older. The KVCC Adult Connect Program and Cougar Completion Grant may also be available — contact Student Development Services for details.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition. KVCC has a debt forgiveness program for learners with outstanding balances — visit kvcc.edu/debtforgiveness for details.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. If you last attended KVCC more than two years ago, submit the free returning student application. Contact Student Development Services to get the conversation started.

Lake Superior State University

Online classes are available, though no programs are advertised as fully online.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. Submit the free returning student application. Contact Amanda Stempky if you'd like to review your credits before applying.

Lehigh Carbon Community College

Online programs are available.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition. A one-time Debt Relief Program may be available for learners with outstanding balances — contact Ariel Van Dam at (610) 799-1545 or avandam@lccc.edu for details.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. Submit the returning student application. Contact Academic Advising at (610) 799-1137 or adviseme@lccc.edu if you'd like to review your credits before applying.

Louisiana State University Online

All programs are available online.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application fee is waived for LSU Online learners. Application fees for other connected campuses (LSUA, LSUE, LSUS) vary by program but are typically $20. Submit the LSU Online application. Schedule an appointment and select the ReUp option when connecting with your contact.

Marion Technical College

Online programs are available.

Money that may help you finish: The Second Chance Grant is available for Ohio residents re-enrolling within five years of stopping out to finish a degree or credential. To qualify, you must have been out at least two semesters, be in good academic standing, not have a bachelor's degree, and complete the FAFSA. Awards of up to $3,000 are applied after other aid.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. If you've been away from MTC for one year or more, submit the free application. Contact Admissions if you'd like to review your credits before applying.

Millersville University

Online programs are available.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition. Note: payment plans are not available during summer terms.

How to apply or come back: The application is free for returning undergraduate students. If you plan to take classes in person, submit the free campus application. If you plan to enroll in a fully online program, submit the free application for online programs. Contact Kyki Bobatas if you'd like to review your credits before applying.

Mineral Area College

Most Associate of Arts programs can be completed online.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition. Note: payment plans are not available during summer terms.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. Submit the free returning student application. Contact Andrea Kemper at (573) 518-2260 to get started.

Missouri State University

Online programs are available. The Bachelor of General Studies (BGS) degree completion program is available for learners who have 75 or more credits.

Money that may help you finish: The Fast Track Workforce Incentive Grant is available for learners who are 25 or older, have been out at least two years, and have a GPA of at least 2.5. The Return to Finish and Return to Learn scholarships are also available for returning learners — contact Jaime Ross for details.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition. If you have a past-due balance, contact Jaime Ross to discuss options — availability varies by individual situation.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. Submit the returning student application if it's been one year or more since you last attended. Contact Jaime Ross or the Academic Advising and Transfer Center if you'd like to review your credits before applying.

Morgan State University

Online programs are available. The Bachelor of Science in Applied Liberal Studies is a degree completion program designed for returning learners.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition. Note: payment plans are not available during summer terms.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. Email Terrie Rogers at terrie.rogers@morgan.edu first to determine if you have any individual readmission steps, then submit the returning student application.

North Dakota State University

Online programs are available. The Bachelor in University Studies is a flexible degree completion program that lets you work with an advisor to create a personalized degree plan aligned with your goals and career aspirations.

Money that may help you finish: A small amount of additional funding may be available on a first-come, first-served basis for Degree Completion students — contact Jessica Bauer at jessica.m.bauer@ndsu.edu to ask about availability.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. If you are returning in good academic standing, submit the free petition for reinstatement by the reactivation deadlines listed on the petition. Contact Jessica Bauer if you'd like to review your credits before applying.

Northeastern State University

Online programs are available. Degree completion programs requiring an associate's degree are also available.

Money that may help you finish: The Continuing Returning Student Scholarship is available for students who previously attended NSU and plan to return for the next academic year. The Reach Higher Scholarship is a finish-line scholarship for adult learners within 45 credits of an associate's degree or completion. If you work in a critical occupation field, debt forgiveness may also be available — contact Michelle Farris for details.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: There is a $25 application fee for most programs. The organizational leadership program has a separate, free application. Submit the undergraduate application if you've been out one term or more (summer terms excluded). Contact Michelle Farris — she can direct you to the right advisor for your program and goals.

Northern Illinois University

Online programs are available.

Money that may help you finish: A scholarship for returning students offers up to $500 per semester for up to three semesters. Contact btp@niu.edu for details.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. Submit the Returning Students Contact Form or email btp@niu.edu — a re-enrollment advisor will reach out within five business days.

Oakton College

Online programs are available.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition. If an outstanding balance is a barrier to returning, contact Admissions to discuss your situation — balance resolutions are handled on a case-by-case basis.

How to apply or come back: The application is free for returning students. If you last attended Oakton three or more years ago, submit the free application.

Old Dominion University

ODU Global online degrees are available.

Money that may help you finish: The Finish Stronger Scholarship awards $1,500 in your first semester of re-enrollment. Requires a 3.25 GPA and at least three years away from school. A separate application with a personal statement is required — contact advisor@odu.edu for details.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. If it's been one year or more since you last attended, submit the free returning student application. Contact advisor@odu.edu for campus programs or oduglobaladvising@odu.edu for online programs if you'd like to review your credits before applying.

Pennsylvania Western University

Online programs are available.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. If it's been more than one year since you last attended, submit the returning student application. Contact Charlie McConnell at cmcconnell@pennwest.edu to get started.

Rend Lake College

Online classes are available. The A.A. and A.S. degrees can each be completed approximately 90% online, though no fully online programs are offered at this time.

Money that may help you finish: The Rend Lake Foundation Scholarship is available for eligible learners — visit rlc.edu/foundation for details.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: No application is required for returning students. Reach out to the RL-Cares Office at (618) 437-5321 ext. 1225 or rl-cares@rlc.edu to let them know you're returning and to update your information.

Robert Morris University

Online programs are available.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. If you've been away from RMU for more than two years, submit the returning student application. Contact Diane Fatigati at (412) 397-6234 or fatigati@rmu.edu to get started.

Saginaw Valley State University

One fully online undergraduate program is available: RN to BSN. Approximately 20% of SVSU classes are online. The General Studies program is flexible and may be completable online depending on your remaining requirements.

Money that may help you finish: An additional $500 scholarship may be available for first-time returners with 90 or more credits. The Kackmeister Memorial Scholarship is available for non-traditional students. Additional returning student scholarships may also be available — contact Admissions for current details.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. If you've been away for more than two years, submit the online readmission form.

Salem State University

Many Salem State classes are available partially or completely online. Online degree programs include Healthcare Studies, Criminal Justice, and Bachelor of Science options — contact Carmen Amado for the full list.

Money that may help you finish: The Viking Scholarship is available for returning learners — visit ask.salemstate.edu for details.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free for returning students. Download the Readmit Application and email it to readmits@salemstate.edu by the published deadline for your chosen term. Contact Carmen Amado if you'd like to review your credits before applying.

Sauk Valley Community College

Online programs are available.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. If it's been two years or more since you last attended, submit the free application for readmission. Contact Academic Advising if you'd like to review your credits before applying.

Shawnee State University

Online programs are available.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition. The Finish Line Program may offer debt relief for eligible learners — note that balances in outside collections or with the Attorney General's office are not eligible. Contact Admissions for details.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. Submit the free re-enrollment form.

South Suburban College

Online learning options are available.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition. A Hardship Debt Relief program is available for learners with outstanding balances — contact the College and Career Success Center at (708) 210-5724 to ask about eligibility. Use QLESS to schedule a virtual or in-person appointment.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. If it's been two years or more since you last attended, submit the free readmission application. Contact the College and Career Success Center if you'd like to review your credits before applying.

Springfield College

Online programs are available.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. Submit the free application to return.

Texas A&M University – Central Texas

Online programs are available.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application fee is automatically waived for returning students. Submit the free undergraduate application. Contact Alisha DeLaVaso at alisha.wade@tamuct.edu if you have questions before applying.

Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi

Online programs are available — filter by "online" under Location on the programs page.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application fee is $40. If you're returning to an undergraduate program, submit the readmission application. Contact the Islander Finish Initiative at finish@tamucc.edu if you'd like to review your credits before applying.

Texas A&M University – International

The only 100% online program is RN-BSN. The Bachelor of Arts in Multidisciplinary Studies is a flexible program that many learners may be able to complete online depending on their remaining coursework — contact Juan Balderas for details.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application fee is $35. If it's been more than one year since you last attended TAMIU, submit the ApplyTexas application. Contact Juan Balderas at (956) 326-3163 if you'd like to review your credits before applying.

Texas A&M University – Kingsville

Online and hybrid programs are available.

Money that may help you finish: Learners with 75 or more earned hours who were in good academic standing, are not currently enrolled elsewhere, and enroll in six or more hours may be eligible for a scholarship of up to $2,500. Contact J. Felicia Lerma for the application link.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. If you've been away from TAMUK for two or more years, submit the free application. Contact J. Felicia Lerma if you'd like to review your credits before applying.

Texas A&M University – Texarkana

Online programs are available.

Money that may help you finish: The Returning Student Scholarship is applied automatically based on readmit status and FAFSA completion — no separate application required.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. Submit the returning student application.

Triton College

Online and flexible class options are available.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. If you've been away for two years or more, submit the returning student form. Contact Ana Patino Perez if you'd like an unofficial transcript evaluation before applying. CLEP and PLA fees may be waived — contact Ana Patino Perez for details.

University of Alaska Fairbanks

Online programs are available.

Money that may help you finish: UAF is offering a scholarship for returning learners who have been away five or more years. Details and the application are in your next steps email.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application fee is waived for all returning students. Submit the returning student application.

University of Idaho

Online programs are available. The Degree Doctor Program is available for learners who stopped out in 2020 or spring 2021 — it supports 2-year A.A./A.S. General Studies degrees and 4-year Interdisciplinary Studies and General Studies degrees.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free for Idaho residents; otherwise the fee is $30. If you've been away for two or more years, submit the returning student application.

University of Maryland Global Campus

All programs are online, with select hybrid class offerings available by program.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition and past-due balances.

How to apply or come back: The application fee is waived for returning students. If it's been two or more years since you last attended, submit the application for readmission. Contact Admissions & Records at 1 (800) 888-8682 or studentsfirst@umgc.edu if you'd like to review your credits before applying.

University of Texas San Antonio

Online programs are available.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: There is a $75 application fee for all undergraduates. If you're returning to an on-campus or hybrid program, submit the Campus returning student application by the transfer application deadlines. If you're returning to a 100% online program, submit the Online program returning student application. Contact Barbara Smith at barbara.smith@utsa.edu if you have questions before applying.

University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee

Online programs are available, including UW Flexible Options — self-paced, fully online programs.

Money that may help you finish: The Pounceback Scholarship is available for returning students — $500 for full-time students and $250 for part-time students.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. If it's been one year or more since you last attended UWM, submit the free returning student application. If you earned an associate's degree from a partnered regional technical college, submit the intent form instead. Contact Haroon Jamshed if you'd like to review your credits before applying.

University of Wisconsin – Parkside

Online programs are available. The Leadership and Personalized Studies degree completion program is a flexible option for learners who want to reach the finish line faster.

Money that may help you finish: The Ranger Return Grant provides a $500 scholarship after financial aid is applied for learners with at least 90 credits earned.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. Submit the returning student application. Contact Jake Mickelson if you'd like to review your credits before applying.

University of Wisconsin – Whitewater

Online programs are available.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. Submit the free application for admission. Contact Dave Hahn at (262) 472-3157 or hahnd@uww.edu or the Academic Advising Office for your major if you'd like to review your credits before applying.

Utica University

Online programs are available.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. If you're returning to an undergraduate program, submit the free readmission form. Contact the Admissions Office at (315) 792-3006 or admiss@utica.edu if you'd like to review your credits before applying.

Virginia Peninsula Community College

Online programs are available.

Money that may help you finish: The G3 Grant Program is available for students enrolled in designated programs taking at least six credit hours. Complete the FAFSA — if you meet the financial qualifications, the grant is applied automatically after other aid.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. If you've been away from VPCC for three or more years, submit the free application. Contact Latasha Holmes at holmesl@vpcc.edu to get started.

Western Kentucky University

Online programs are available. CLEP, AP, and Military Credit are accepted at no cost. Prior learning credits may be free or available at a reduced rate of $25 per credit hour.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition and outstanding balances. Balance support is reviewed on a case-by-case basis — contact Donna Gregory to discuss your situation.

How to apply or come back: The application is free for all returning learners. If you've been away for three or more semesters, submit the application for admission. Contact Donna Gregory at (270) 745-6331 or donna.gregory@wku.edu if you'd like to review your credits before applying.

Western Michigan University

Online programs are available across WMU's colleges — visit wmich.edu/academics/online for a full list. The B.S. or B.A. in University Studies is a degree completion program for learners looking for a flexible path to finishing.

Money that may help you finish: Institutional financial aid options are available — visit wmich.edu/finaid/aid-types/institutional-offers for details.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free for degree programs. Certificate programs have a $40 fee. Submit the returning undergraduate application by August 15 for fall or January 1 for spring.

Westmoreland Community College

100% and 50% online programs are available.

Help with what you owe: Payment plans are available for current tuition.

How to apply or come back: The application is free. If you've been away from WCCC for more than two years, submit the free returning student application.

What to do next

If you're close to finishing, a good first move is finding out what still counts, what returning may cost, and which path fits your life now.

  • Connect with the contact listed for your school
  • Ask whether a degree audit is available before you commit to applying
  • Check whether a scholarship, debt relief program, grant, or payment plan may help with costs
  • Look into online or degree-completion programs that fit your remaining credits and your schedule
  • Review the readmission steps specific to your school — they vary

You've already done important work toward your degree. Returning is about building from that progress with the right support behind you.