Online Now, In-Person Later
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You can begin your U.S. studies online today and join us in person later.
At Elgin Community College, you can register for classes by following the process outlined below. This includes a virtual meeting with an academic advisor and completing an online placement test. After two years at ECC, you can transfer to a university through our partnerships to complete your bachelor’s degree.
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Online Asynchronous: Classes on your own time.
- You complete your coursework online and connect to your classmates and instructor without logging in during specific days or times. Asynchronous classes have no live instruction or scheduled meeting times.
- You work on time to meet deadlines and maintain course participation through online discussions and activities.
- These classes are ideal for self-motivated students who can independently manage their time.
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Online Synchronous: Scheduled course participation via virtual sessions.
- Your class will have online delivery with dedicated virtual classroom time.
- You and your classmates connect with the instructor simultaneously in their virtual classroom.
- You will be online at specific times to participate in class lectures, discussions, and presentations.
- Synchronous learning is ideal if you are in a compatible time zone or prefer live instruction. It offers the opportunity to interact with faculty and fellow students in real-time.
- These classes are like regular in-person classes with faculty and class interaction, but online.
Have more questions about what it is like to take an online class with ECC? Check out our online class FAQ.
How it works
Step 1: Apply
Visit the Center for Global Engagement and fill out the online application. Upload your high school transcripts, passport photocopy, and evidence of financial support. Make sure to sign your application and the financial agreement. If you have it, upload proof of English proficiency.
Step 2: Register and take ECC online classes in your home country.
After meeting with your academic advisor virtually and completing the online placement test, you can register for classes. Registration is done through the accessECC portal.
Step 3: Apply for your F-1 visa and come to ECC.
When ready, schedule your visa interview using your I-20 form at the U.S. embassy or consulate. Pay your I-901 SEVIS fee and schedule your U.S. arrival within 30 days of your program start date.
Step 4: Complete your ECC degree and transfer to a top U.S. university through ECC’s 2+2 University Transfer program.
After completing two years at ECC, you can transfer to a university to finish your bachelor’s degree. This is possible through our 2+2 transfer programs.
Take a Virtual Tour
Imagine yourself at Elgin Community College from wherever you are. View the classes and spaces you’ll walk in as a student. No matter where you are in your college search, we can help.
Contact
Center for Global Engagement
Building B, Room B105
847-214-7809
international@elgin.edu
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Hours
Monday through Thursday: 8 am to 5 pm
Friday: Closed