Financial Aid Policies
All awards are based on enrollment. Awards depend on a student's Expected Family Contribution (EFC) and enrollment status. If enrollment changes, aid may be adjusted. Students must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP).
- Enrollment Status and Adjusting Aid and Actively Participating Policies
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Exit Counseling Policy
Students who graduate, leave, or drop below half-time receive exit counseling via mail and online at studentloans.gov; in-person sessions are also available. -
Federal Veterans and Military Service Benefits
VA benefits recipients must maintain satisfactory progress; two consecutive probation/warning/suspension semesters may halt benefits until issues are resolved. -
Financial Aid and Bookstore Policy
Eligible students may use financial aid to purchase required books and supplies at the ECC bookstore starting about two weeks before each semester. -
Financial Aid and Remedial Coursework Policy
Students in eligible programs taking remedial courses may qualify for financial aid. Up to 30 credit hours may count toward enrollment status. -
Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy
Students must maintain a 2.0 GPA, a 66.67% completion rate, and complete the program within 150% of the required credits, allowing for extenuating circumstances -
Repeating Classes
If you’ve taken a class twice and earned a passing grade (“D” or higher), you may no longer qualify for financial aid for that class under this policy. -
Return of Title IV Funds
If a student withdraws, Title IV and state funds may need to be returned. Contact Financial Aid to understand how withdrawal affects your aid and balance. -
VA Pending Payment Compliance Policy
ECC honors VA benefits pending payments, allowing enrollment and access without penalties, while requiring proof of eligibility and certification requests.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Did You Know?
According to the Satisfactory Academic Progress policy, students with a cumulative GPA of less than 2.0 will be notified of their financial aid status.
2025-2026 Cost of Attendance
Financial Aid 101
Contact
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Building B, Room B156
847-214-7360
Fax: 847-608-5460
financialaid@elgin.edu
Hours
Monday through Thursday: 8 am to 7 pm
Friday: 8 am to 4 pm
*Closed Tuesdays: 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
Contact
Student Accounts
Building B, Room B151
847-214-7380
Fax: 847-214-7445
studentaccounts@elgin.edu
Hours
Monday through Thursday: 8 am to 7 pm
Friday: 8 am to 4 pm
**Closed Wednesdays 2 pm to 3 pm