Community Offerings
College of DuPage offers a multitude of programs, services and arts and cultural initiatives for community members and local businesses who are seeking unique and engaging experiences. In addition, local business and nonprofit organizations can take advantage of free or low-cost training on the Glen Ellyn campus to help them pursue development opportunities to expand their reach and growth potential.
Many COD programs use learning labs for students that give them-real world experience by providing services to the community through offerings like the Dental Hygiene Clinic, Massage Clinic, Waterleaf restaurant and Culinary Market, the Salon@COD cosmetology clinic or free tax preparation provided by accounting students.
See everything COD has to offer in your own backyard. Many of these services are free, others have a small fee.
Receive strategies to improve individual, team and organizational performance in process
improvement, computer skills and more. Accelerate your business' growth with expert counseling, advising and training through
a variety of free services. Career Services can assist members of the community with short- and long-term career
goals and help with staffing needs. HSTI provides customized seminars for businesses on disaster preparedness, workplace
safety, cybersecurity, emergency response and more. PSI develops partnerships with local government entities to identify challenges, provide
comprehensive training and professional development. Project Hire-Ed surveys local employers to determine where talent pipelines need assistance
and to address skill requirements. COD provides preventative dental services such as child and adult teeth cleanings,
fluoride treatments, x-rays, teeth whitening and more. The Culinary & Hospitality Center offers several different student-ran dining options
including Waterleaf, Wheat Cafe and The Culinary Market. The Horticulture Department's Greenhouse hosts seasonal plant sales and tours of the
greenhouse that are available year round. The six-room boutique hotel offers a unique guest experience. Along with a professional
team, students play an operational role through internships and student worker opportunities. Licensed professionals provide a variety of soothing and therapeutic massage therapy
services including Swedish, deep-tissue, shiatsu, Thai and more. Take advantage of free tax preparation provided by advanced accounting students under
the supervision of faculty during the spring semester. Located in the Addison Center, cosmetology students provide a full complement of aesthetic
services including manicures, spa treatments, facials, hair coloring and more. Receive a free ultrasound during select sonography lab courses, which allows students
to gain valuable hands-on learning experience.Business Services
Business Solutions
Business Development Center
Career Services
Homeland Security Training Institute
Public Service Institute
Project Hire-Ed
Student Provided Services
Dental Hygiene Clinic
Dining Experiences
Greenhouse
Inn at Water's Edge
Massage Clinic
Tax Preparation
The Salon @ COD
Free Ultrasounds
Chaparral Fitness Center WDCB 90.9 FM is College of DuPage’s public radio station, serving the Chicagoland
area as a premier source for jazz and community-focused programming. Broadcasting
from the COD campus, WDCB connects students and the broader community through music,
culture and the arts.
Athletics
Open to community residents, the state-of-the-art fitness center features a fitness
floor, indoor running track, basketball courts, eight-lane lap pool and locker facilities.
Sporting Events
Cheer on COD's 15 competitive teams that continually take high honors in conference,
that continually take high honors in conference, 
WDCB Public Radio
Take the Next Step
Whether you’re exploring, applying or planning your path, COD makes it easy to get started.