Parents
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Help your child get started today!
Be Their Guide
You’re an important part of your child’s journey through college and beyond. Help them explore their options and plan their future at Elgin Community College, one of the top community colleges in the nation.
Why Families Choose ECC
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Explore Areas of Study
16 students per class, on average, means your student will get personalized attention.
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Explore Transfer Options
1,100+ colleges and universities nationwide have accepted ECC credit courses.
Substantial Savings
At ECC, you'll pay significantly less in tuition compared to a four-year institution, and with our support, you can reduce your costs even further. Our financial aid professionals can connect your student to scholarships, grants, work-study options, and flexible payment plans.
Supporting Your Student
Your student can get the resources and guidance needed to succeed, including academic advising, career advising, affordable onsite childcare, free tutoring, disability services, student success coaching, veterans services, and wellness services.
Explore ECC
Is your child trying to decide what to major in? Do they want to speak with someone in the field? Our faculty and staff talk about careers and academics
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Tour our beautiful campus and explore programs, student resources, and academic spaces.
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Hear about our admissions process, academic programs, placement testing, financial aid, and enrollment steps.
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Trying to decide what to major in? Want to speak to someone in the field? Our faculty and staff talk about careers and academics.
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Experience ECC is the largest open house of the year and takes place in April annually. Prospective students and their families can learn more about academic programs, services, and resources.
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ECC hosts College Night, an annual event in October that brings more than 150 colleges and universities from across the nation to campus.
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Preparing for college can feel overwhelming, but ECC is here to help you and your student every step of the way. Explore your student’s options, help plan their next steps, and get personalized guidance from our team.
Contact
Records
Building B, Room B105
847-214-7386
Fax: 847-214-7356
records@elgin.edu
Hours
Monday through Thursday: 7:30 am to 7 pm
Closed on Friday: May 22 through August 7