Get back on track at ECC Adult Session on Nov. 6

Elgin Community College will hold an adult student information session on Wednesday, Nov. 6, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in Building C, Room C120, 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin. Adults who are considering returning to school or enrolling in college for the first time are encouraged to attend this free event.

“It’s never too late to learn new skills, change jobs, or start a career,” says Jennifer McClure, managing director of enrollment services. “ECC gives you a great education at an affordable price. This information session is a great time to explore your options!”

During the information session, knowledgeable ECC staff will help attendees explore degree and certificate programs, navigate the admissions process; evaluate prior college credit; understand financial aid, scholarships and payment plans; and learn about additional college resources including tutoring, academic advising and career services.

“ECC gave me direction, a sense of purpose, and hope for not only my future, but for the future I will be able to provide my children,” says recent graduate Andrea Haas.

ECC offers more than 130 degree and certificate program options that can help enhance a skill set, facilitate a career change, increase employability, and support job security. Some programs of study offer night or weekend classes to accommodate students who work full time.

For additional information on the adult information session, and to pre-register, visit elgin.edu/adultstudents. ECC’s admissions and recruitment department can be reached at 847-214-7385 or admissions@elgin.edu.

Contact: Elissa Kojzarek

Communications Specialist

Office: 847-214-7828

Email: news@elgin.edu

Elgin Community College (ECC) is a comprehensive public community college, one of 48 statewide. ECC serves approximately 15,000 students each year. Programs of study include 25 major fields for university transfer, more than 130 career-oriented, occupational degrees and certificates, corporate and continuing education, and a full complement of pre-collegiate courses. The three-year graduation rate exceeds the national average and the average of peer colleges. ECC awards more than 2,200 degrees and certificates each year.

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