Life at ECC
Explore a world where all are welcome and diversity is celebrated.
Academic Resources
Life at ECC starts inside the classroom, but it doesn’t end there. We offer wrap-around services to help you cultivate your potential. ECC is here to help you from start to finish and beyond.
Academic & Transfer Advising
Plan to transfer to a 4-year program after ECC? Our university transfer services team can help. Learn more about academic and transfer advising
Career Development Services
We're here to help you, from choosing a major, defining professional goals, and planning and implementing job search strategies. Learn more about career development services
Student Disabilities Services
ECC's Student Disabilities Services Office supports student success and retention through various opportunities and accommodations. Learn more about disability services
Tutoring
Need to improve your grades, get a free tutor in more than 50 subjects. Learn more about tutoring resources
Wellness Services
Be an active participant in life and better understand the connection between health, wellness, and academics. ECC uses a holistic approach to help you achieve your full potential. Check out elgin.campuswell.com which covers a wide variety of health and wellness topics for students. Learn more about wellness services
Student Life
Choose from the ECC honors program and forensics team, or participate in a diverse range of clubs and organizations that you can join today. With student life, you'll connect with others and learn valuable leadership skills. Learn more about student life
Music, Arts & Drama
You can audition for or direct a play, join the concert choir or the steel band, stage an art exhibit, write for SPIRE, our student-run literary publication. The art scene is alive and well at ECC. Learn more about the arts center
Volunteer Opportunities
Lend a hand and meet new people at the same time. Volunteer opportunities include the Spartan Food Pantry, collect school supplies for our annual Project Backpack, and lead new student orientation sessions through a paid position as a Spartan Leader. Learn more about volunteer opportunities
Lost & Found
Lost something? Found something? Assistance with lost and found is available during regular hours.
Lost and found is located by the switchboard located in Building A, Room A103. You can also call 847-697-1000 to speak to the switchboard operator.
Popular Community Offerings
Live nearby? ECC is a community-friendly campus and yours to enjoy!
- Make an appointment at the Massage Therapy Clinic.
- Buy tickets to see a show at the Arts Center, Blizzard Theatre.
- Make a reservation at Spartan Terrace Restaurant for an elegant meal prepared and served by the award-winning ECC Culinary Arts and Hospitality Program.
- Cheer on the Spartan athletics teams on campus and in the Spartan Auditorium.
- Take advantage of ECC's fitness center.
- See a current listing of our non-credit courses or check the corporate training services we offer.
- Continuing Education’s Kids' College takes place during the summer months at the Spartan Drive Campus.
Lost and found is located by the switchboard located in Building A, Room A103. You can also call 847-697-1000 to speak to the switchboard operator.