Academic and Transfer Advising

We’re Here to Help You Succeed—In Class, in Career, and Beyond

Academic Advising

While at ECC, you'll have an academic advisor starting your first semester. Your advisor will work with you individually to plan courses and help ensure your educational and professional success. Your advisor is your coach, offering support when needed and helping you create a development plan for success. They're here to support you by following up with instructors on your behalf. This ensures you get the resources needed for success in your studies.

• Please schedule your 30-minute appointment online via the accessECC Student Portal (in the ECC Apps section) or by calling 847-214-7390. 
• View the directory to contact an academic advisor

Student Success Coaches

Our Success Coaches are here to provide students with individualized, intrusive, high-touch, holistic support to overcome barriers and develop the skills necessary to achieve academic, personal, and professional growth.

• Please schedule your appointment online or by calling 847-214-7390.
• View the directory to contact a student success coach

Transfer Services

If you plan to transfer toward a bachelor's degree, there's much to consider. Which colleges offer the program you're interested in? Will your new school accept your ECC credits? What if you don't know what you want to study? Transfer advisors work with you to answer those questions and create an individual transfer plan based on your program of study. 

• Stop by Building B, Room B120, Student Success Center, to schedule an appointment, or call 847-214-7390.

Career Development Advising

Choosing a major is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. We are here to provide the information you need to make a well-informed choice. ECC will assist you with career assessments, one-on-one meetings, and other resources to explore career options. This support will help you find a career you're passionate about.

• Please schedule your appointments online via the accessECC Student Portal or by calling 847-214-7390.

Early Alert: Support for Your Success

The early alert program is part of ECC’s Spartan Success initiative, designed to help you stay on track and reach your goals. It connects you with helpful people and resources on campus and in the community when challenges arise.

If a faculty member raises an early alert, your academic advisor will reach out to talk through what’s going on and create a plan for your success.

If you receive an early alert notification, schedule a meeting with your advisor right away. The program is meant to support you—not punish you—because your success matters to us.

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