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Your educational journey at ECC is guided by faculty dedicated to your growth and success.
Get a great education that opens doors and boosts your income — all while saving thousands on your degree.
Taking classes on campus gives ECC a strong sense of community. You can also choose online courses to fit your busy schedule.
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.
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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.
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ECC is equipping students with the skills employers need now and in the future. That capacity will grow even more when the college’s new 150,000-square-foot Manufacturing and Technology Center (MTC) opens in fall 2026.
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The fall semester is officially in session! Be sure to check out the Welcome Week events happening on campus.
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David Zacker, PhD, professor of humanities at Elgin Community College (ECC), brings a global outlook and a deep commitment to personal growth into his classroom. Whether he’s teaching about the Renaissance, discussing Aristotle’s view on ethics, or leading students on a trip to Italy, Zacker emphasizes how the power of ideas can transform lives and open possibilities.
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Registration for fall credit classes is underway at Elgin Community College and will continue until the semester starts on August 18. College staff are ready and available to help new students through the application and enrollment process.
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