College statistics
- Address:
- 1700 Spartan Drive
Elgin, IL
60123 - Sector Group:
- Public 2-Year
- Official Website:
- www.elgin.edu/
- Setting:
- City
- Annual In-State Tuition:
- $3,240
- Endowment (End of Year):
- $171,407,148
- Research Activity Tier:
- No research designation
- Economic Mobility Index:
- Higher Access, Lower Earnings
- Primary Undergraduate Major:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Elgin Community College is a public two-year institution located in Elgin, Illinois, serving the greater Chicago area with open-access education and a focus on liberal arts and sciences. The college draws students from the surrounding region and operates as a primary access point for students pursuing general education, workforce training, and transfer degrees.
Total enrollment stands at 9,614 students. In-state tuition is $3,240 annually, with out-of-state tuition at $9,504. The college's cost of attendance reflects tuition only, making it one of the most affordable pathways to post-secondary education in the region.
Elgin Community College functions primarily as a transfer institution, with most students completing general education requirements before moving to four-year universities. The college works best for students seeking an affordable entry to higher education, those exploring career options before committing to a four-year program, and working adults returning to education. For more information, visit www.elgin.edu/.