Overview
Enrollment
Located in Elgin, Illinois, approximately 40 miles northwest of Chicago, Elgin Community College (ECC) serves students across a district encompassing parts of Kane, DuPage, Cook, and McHenry counties. The suburban campus spans 217 acres and features modern academic facilities, including the recently renovated Manufacturing Technology Center and Health and Life Sciences Building. ECC operates as an open-enrollment institution offering associate degrees, career-technical certificates, and transfer programs, with strong emphasis on healthcare, manufacturing, and business programs. The college maintains partnerships with regional four-year institutions to facilitate transfer pathways, while also providing workforce development programs that serve local industry needs. The campus includes comprehensive student resources, a fine arts center, and athletic facilities where the ECC Spartans compete in NJCAA Division III athletics.
Annual Cost to Attend
In District Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 |
| Other Fees | $12 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $7,650 |
| Other Expenses Budget | $3,600 |
| Total One Year Cost | $15,930 |
Illinois Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 |
| Other Fees | $12 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $7,650 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,600 |
| Total One Year Cost | $19,890 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 26% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 20% |
| Mechanic and Repair Technologies | 14% |
| Personal and Culinary Services | 8% |
| Business | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=144944 IPEDS survey data for Elgin Community College.
Current students may use the Elgin Community College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024