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Dual Credit Program - Criminal Justice

Police in the car, talking on the radio

Start earning college credit in Criminal Justice while still in high school through Elgin Community College’s Dual Credit Criminal Justice Pathway.

Why Join the Pathway

Explore career options — See if fields like law enforcement, public safety, corrections, courts, forensic science, or legal studies are a good fit for you.
Advance your education early — Complete high school with college credits already on your transcript.
Learn from professionals — Gain insights and guidance from experienced criminal justice practitioners.
Save on college costs — Get a head start on your degree or certificate and reduce future tuition expenses.

Criminal Justice Schedule

Criminal Justice Schedule by Semester
  Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

Fall Semester

8 to 9:15 am

 

Intro to Criminal Justice Intro to Speech Intro to Criminal Justice Intro to Speech

Spring Semester 

8 to 9:15 am

Intro to Corrections Intro to Sociology Intro to Corrections Intro to Sociology

Classes begin in the Fall of 2026 at Elgin Community College's Burlington location. To learn more and apply, please speak with your high school counselor today. This pathway is a collaboration between Elgin Community College and District 509 school districts.

Contact

Dual Credit Office

Building G, Room G219
847-214-7887
DualCredit@elgin.edu

Contact

Admissions & Recruitment

Building B, Room B110
847-214-7385
Fax: 847-608-5458
admissions@elgin.edu

Live Chat

Hours
Monday through Thursday: 8 am to 7 pm
Fridays: 8 am to 4 pm

*Bilingual Admissions Coordinator: 847-214-7689