Illinois Eastern Community Colleges: Your Path to Success

Illinois Eastern Community Colleges (IECC) offer a diverse range of programs and opportunities designed to meet the needs of students at every stage of their educational journey. Whether you're a recent high school graduate, a working professional looking to enhance your skills, or someone considering a career change, IECC provides accessible, high-quality education within your community.

Accessible Education for Illinois Residents

For students interested in community colleges, a student's residency classification, i.e. zip code, determines the tuition rate a student will pay. Illinois residents are eligible for a reduced "in-district" tuition at their district community college because local property taxes help support the college. Residency is defined as the place where a student lives and is intended as a permanent home. To be eligible for in-district tuition a student must have lived at a residence located inside a community college district at least thirty days prior to the beginning of the semester term. All Illinois residents that do not meet the in-district residency requirements are classified as out-of-district and must pay the out-of-district tuition.

Exceptions to In-District Tuition

Exceptions to pay in-district for out-of-district students can occur. Students whose home community college does not offer a program in which they wish to enroll may be able enroll at another community college that has the program for in-district tuition. To determine eligibility for an exception, the student should contact the in-district community college. Appropriate form completion and authorization will then be required by the in-district community college. If there is a dispute determining if the program meets requirements for in-district tuition, students should first work with the colleges to resolve the dispute. If no resolution can be reached, the colleges may contact the ICCB Academic Affairs department in order to assist in resolution of the dispute.

A Variety of Programs to Suit Your Needs

Illinois community colleges offer a variety of course and program opportunities to meets student needs, including programs, and Adult Basic/Secondary Education & English as Second Language programs. The information provided here is of a broad nature. College instruction is provided on a college's main campus but courses and programs may also be offered through college outreach and/or satellite campuses within the district.

IECC provides a comprehensive database of instructional programs offered by the 45 community colleges in Illinois. This allows prospective students to easily search and identify programs that align with their interests and career goals.

One-Year Certificates and Two-Year Degrees

Achieve your educational goals with a one-year certificate or two-year degree. These programs provide focused training and education, equipping students with the skills and knowledge necessary to enter the workforce or pursue further education.

Transfer Programs

Earn a transfer degree and seamlessly transfer to a 4-year university to pursue your field of study. IECC's transfer programs are designed to provide a strong foundation for students planning to continue their education at a four-year institution. Advisors work with students to ensure their courses align with the requirements of their intended transfer university, maximizing their chances of a smooth transition.

Career and Technical Education

Ready for the workforce? IECC's Career and Technical Education programs offer hands-on education to help prepare you for your next journey in life. These programs provide practical skills and industry-recognized certifications, making graduates highly competitive in the job market.

Options at Lincoln Trail College

Lincoln Trail College offers you options with your education. If you plan to transfer your credits to a four-year university, their advisors will work with you to get you on the right path. Lincoln Trail College gives you options to begin a new career. In their Career and Technical Education programs, you'll get a hands-on education to help prepare you for your next journey in life.

Community Education: Lifelong Learning Opportunities

Thinking about going back to school? Learning doesn't stop after the degree! FCC provides a broad variety of fun and interesting Community Education classes, such as stained glass, quilting, baking, and more. It's never too late to go back to school.

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Lincoln Trail College's Community Education program can be the Trail to lifelong learning. They offer classes that will help you learn and grow, including classes in the arts, health and recreation, professional skills, and classes just for fun.

Dual Enrollment for High School Students

Are you a current high school student? Register for a night class or summer class to be on the fast-track to an Associate's Degree. Dual enrollment programs allow high school students to earn college credit while still in high school, accelerating their path to a college degree.

Stay Informed and Get Involved

Discover how Lincoln Trail College is moving forward together. See what’s new at Lincoln Trail College. Keep an eye out for exciting developments such as athletic facility groundbreakings and new program offerings. Spring registration is open!

Visit and Experience IECC

The Trail can be your path to success, but don't just take our word for it, come see us. Schedule a visit today. We'll show you around our campus and have you meet with instructors. Visiting a campus is a great way to get a feel for the college environment and learn more about the programs and services available.

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