Center for Multicultural Access & Success

We Can Help Guide You Through College

The Center for Multicultural Access and Success welcomes all students, primarily the following populations:  

  • Minority students
  • First-generation students
  • Undocumented students
  • English language learners
  • Under-prepared students
  • International students

What is a First Generation Student?

How We Can Help

We'll help you become engaged, empowered and excited about your college journey. We can help you in the following ways:

  1. One-on-one meetings with our advisors to make sure you're on the right track. Not sure how financial aid works? Confused about the transfer process? You're never alone - our advisors will be your guide and can connect you to the services you need.
  2. Participate in our workshops. Check out our events to see what programs we are offering. Get the best advice for studying, learn how to develop leadership skills and more.
  3. Accessible resources. We offer free tutoring, advocacy for undocumented students, cultural enrichment activities and much more.

Información en Español

How to Apply to JJC if You're An Undocumented Student

  • How to Apply to JJC if You're An Undocumented Student

    How to Apply if You Have a Social Security Number

    • Complete a JJC application.
       

    JJC APPLICATION

    How to Apply if You Do Not Have a Social Security Number

    1. Call (815) 280-6709 or email cmas@jjc.edu for assistance.
    2. What to Do After You Apply: Upon acceptance into Joliet Junior College (JJC) and after the creation of your new student account, JJC will send an email to the personal email address you provided in your application, containing your new JJC email address. Refer to the New Account Setup page for instructions on ID lookup and password setting.
    3. Ask your high school to send us your official, sealed high school transcript or high school equivalency record (GED, HiSET, TASC). Transcripts can be sent to admissions@jjc.edu.
    4. Visit our Admitted Students page and follow all of the steps.
       

    Puedes llamar (815) 280-6888 para recibir respuestas a tus preguntas en español.

    Información en Español

Additional Resources

  • Getting Started

    Applying to JJC
    Become a JJC student. Our application is completely free.

    Placement Testing
    Sign up to take a placement test.

    Financial Aid
    Get information about your FAFSA.

    Student Accounts and Payments
    Check tuition rates or learn how to pay your tuition.

    Student Advising
    Meet with an advisor to discuss your course schedule.

    Learn About Web Advising

  • Current Students

    Free Tutoring
    Our Tutoring and Learning Center can provide you with free tutoring via a peer or professional tutor.

  • Center for Multicultural Access & Success: Mission and Vision Statement

    Mission

    The Center for Multicultural Access and Success empowers all students to thrive by fostering an inclusive and equitable environment that champions academic achievement, personal growth, and cultural connection. We are especially committed to supporting underrepresented and marginalized communities through intentional programs, holistic support, and meaningful partnerships.  

    Vision

     We envision a campus where every student—regardless of background—feels valued, supported, and equipped to succeed. Through advocacy, education, and inclusive excellence, the Center will lead efforts to close equity gaps and cultivate a vibrant, diverse community that prepares students to lead and make meaningful impact in a global society.

     

     

  • Upcoming Events

    Fall 2025 Events

    Nov 6th: First Generation Student Celebration - Lower Level J Bldg 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Dean of Multicultural Access & Success

DeAndre R. Butler
Dean of Multicultural Access & Success
Phone: (815) 280-2303
Email: debutler@jjc.edu

DeAndre R. Butler is a TRIO/Student Support Services alum from Northern Illinois University. At NIU, he achieved his bachelor’s degree in sociology. In 2007, Butler landed his first job in the higher education field at Colorado Technical University Online, as an Admissions Advisor. He decided to further his education in higher ed and student affairs and graduated with a master's degree in education from NIU in 2010. 

Dean Butler was born and raised in Harvey, Illinois and came from a first-generation and low-income household where he was the first in his family to graduate with his bachelor’s. He is very committed to his work with JJC Student Support Services. Butler is a strong believer in assisting students on being successful while attending JJC so that they can graduate and transfer. He is actively involved with organizations, clubs and committees for the benefit of his students and department.