When to Register
Register Early!
Priority Registration: Current students can take advantage of priority registration, which opens one week earlier than open registration. This gives them the best chance to secure the classes they need. Registration opens the second week after Spring Break for Summer and Fall registration and the first whole week in November for Spring registration.
Late Registration: View our schedule changes and course withdrawal procedure for details.
Classes fill fast—register early to secure your spot and get the schedule you want.
Priority Registration Dates
| Date | Registration |
|---|---|
| October 1, 2025 | Priority registration permits become available to continuing students planning to register early for Spring 2026. |
| November 3, 2025 | Priority registration for continuing students opens for Spring 2026. |
| November 10, 2025 | Open registration begins for all students for Spring 2026. |
| January 12, 2026 | 16-week Spring Semester begins. |
| February 9, 2026 | 12-week Spring Semester begins. |
| March 2, 2026 | Priority registration permits become available to continuing students planning to register early for Summer and Fall 2026. |
| March 9, 2026 | 2nd 8-week Spring Semester begins. |
| April 13, 2026 | Priority registration for continuing students opens for Summer 2026. |
| April 20, 2026 | Open registration begins for all students for Summer 2026. |
| April 13, 2026 | Priority registration for continuing students opens for Fall 2026. |
| April 20, 2026 | Open registration begins for all students for Fall 2026. |
| June 1, 2026 | Summer Semester begins. |
| June 8, 2026 | Summer Semester II begins. |
| July 6, 2026 | Summer Semester III begins. |
| August 18, 2025 | Fall Semester begins. |
| September 22, 2025 | 12-week Fall Semester begins. |
| October 13, 2025 | 2nd 8-week Fall Semester begins. |
Register For Credit Classes
Registering for courses at ECC is easy—especially if you plan to optimize your educational experience at ECC.
Register For Non-Credit Classes
We offer many popular, high-quality non-credit classes, and you don't have to complete an application for admission or acquire transcripts to take them. Registering is quick and easy—and we’re here to help.
Contact
Registration
Building B, Room B105
847-214-7393
Fax: 847-214-7484
registration@elgin.edu
Hours
Monday through Thursday: 8 am to 7 pm
Friday: 8 am to 4 pm