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Register Now for Spring Classes

Now is the time to invest in yourself, your education, and your future at Elgin Community College. Classes are filling quickly, so reserve your spot today! To keep your class seat, be sure to make payment arrangements by Tuesday, January 6, at 7 pm.

Students in STEM

Connecting Classrooms to Careers

ECC excels at blending the practical with the theoretical. Explore what makes us unique.

World-Class Faculty

Your educational journey at ECC is guided by faculty dedicated to your growth and success.

Generous Scholarships

Get a great education that opens doors and boosts your income — all while saving thousands on your degree.

Vibrant Campus Life

Taking classes on campus gives ECC a strong sense of community. You can also choose online courses to fit your busy schedule.

Community Connections

We’re part of the community and help prepare future leaders. Our ties with local companies give you job connections when you finish school.

ECC Manufacturing and Technology Center

Opening in the fall of 2026, this new 150,000 square foot facility will provide cutting-edge training to address growing enrollment and local employer needs in the manufacturing sector.

Manufacturing and Technology Center Rendering of Building Exterior

 

Keeping up with ECC

Hear from students, faculty, and staff about the incredible learning community in Elgin through blog posts, news releases, and quick ECC stories.

Upcoming Events

Alumna Maritza Garcia poses next to ECC's Jobe Lounge.

ECC alumna Martiza Garcia came to ECC for a second chance after missing out on graduating from high school. With the help of ECC's Adult Education program, Garcia graduated with her GED in 2022 and then her associate's degree in 2024.

ECC student Yessenia Rodriguez.

Students like Yessenia Rodriguez are discovering a new path forward through the Transcript-Based Alternative Method of Credentialing, a program designed for students a few credits shy of earning a high school diploma.

A photo of one of the water treatment facilities visited by Professor Frederick Voigt's biology class in fall 2025.

ECC biology students gained insight into how local water systems operate through visits to two water and wastewater treatment facilities.

ECC graduate Gem U Catama

So next time you encounter roadblocks, use them as your stepping blocks to reach your goals!

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