Course Prerequisites, Corequisites and Advisories

Course prerequisites are conditions (e.g., prior courses, test scores) that must be satisfied before a student is authorized to enroll in a class. A corequisite is a condition that must be satisfied concurrently or previously, as specified by the course.  Students are responsible for meeting prerequisites and corequisites. At any time prior to the tuition-refund deadline each term, students may be dropped from a class for failure to meet prerequisites or corequisites. Prerequisites and corequisites are stated with course descriptions in the college catalog and they are included in the schedules published each term (Board Policy 5.12).

Prerequisites, corequisites and placement policies are strictly enforced. However, reasonable accommodations in exceptional circumstances may be provided on a case-by-case basis. Individual instructors, departments or programs may authorize exemptions as they determine the need to do so, but in such ways as not to undermine the intent and integrity of these policies. Exemptions may not exceed those approved by the Board as stated in board policy.

Math Advisory

Courses in which mathematics skills are considered necessary for successful completion are identified by either a Math-1 (M1) or a Math-2 (M2) advisory at the end of the course descriptions. Students are advised that successful completion of MAT 082 or a corresponding placement score prior to enrolling in a Math-1 course is strongly recommended.  Students are advised that successful completion of MAT 092 or a corresponding placement score prior to enrolling in a Math-2 course is strongly recommended.

Reading Advisory

Courses in which college-level skills in reading are considered necessary for successful completion are identified by an R at the end of the course descriptions. Courses with this designation are considered “reading dependent” courses.

Writing Advisory

Courses in which college-level skills in writing are considered necessary for successful completion are identified by either a Writing-1 (W1) advisory, a Writing-2 (W2) advisory, or a Writing-3 (W3) advisory at the end of the course descriptions. Students are advised that a proficient score on the placement exam or successful completion of EGL 099 prior to enrolling in a Writing-1 course is recommended. Successful completion of EGL 101 is recommended prior to enrolling in a Writing-2 course.  Successful completion of EGL 102 is recommended prior to enrolling in a Writing-3 course.  

New Student Orientation

LLCC has designed new student orientation to assist students in their transition to college. During your orientation program, you will meet current and incoming LLCC students, become familiar with the support services available to students and discover valuable information about becoming a successful LLCC student. Orientation is a requirement for all new, degree- or certificate-seeking students.

After you have applied and sent your transcripts, you will need to contact Admission and Registration in Menard Hall at LLCC-Springfield or call 217-786-2292. You may also call or visit your nearest LLCC Outreach Center to schedule the next available orientation.

Orientations are offered prior to the start of the first term for which new students plan to enroll. For students starting in the summer, orientations are offered February through the beginning of June. For students starting in the fall, orientations are offered April through the end of August. For students starting in the spring, orientations are offered from the end of October through the first part of January. An online orientation is also an option for students.