by our College Data Analytics TeamLook up current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees at Elgin Community College, and how those costs compare to other schools over time.
In the most recent reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Elgin Community College ran $7,140 for the year. Out-of-state undergraduates were charged $9,516. That gap is the in-state discount at this school.
Within that total, required fees were $12 in-state and $12 out-of-state; the balance is base tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,128 | $9,504 |
| Fees | $12 | $12 |
| Total | $7,140 | $9,516 |
The figures above are for a single year of attendance and exclude room and board.
Bear in mind that many undergraduates get financial aid and scholarships that decrease the cost of attending. The totals here are the list price.
What does Elgin Community College cost per credit hour part time? See the Cost Per Credit Hour page for details.
To see where that lands, here is how Elgin Community College tuition and fees compare to other colleges. Ratings are based on how far the price sits from each group’s average.
| Nationwide | In IL | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Compared to colleges across the country, Elgin Community College sits below the national average.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. Visit the Elgin Community College Financial Aid page for details.
Take a look at how tuition at Elgin Community College has changed over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $7,128 | $9,504 |
| Two Years Ago | $7,128 | $9,504 |
| One Year Ago | $7,128 | $9,504 |
| Most Recent Year | $7,128 | $9,504 |
The following chart shows how tuition at ECC has moved over recent reported years.
Most schools raise tuition gradually each year, so plan for the cost in later years to exceed today’s posted rate.
Get answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more background.
A tuition figure is only part of the conversation — scholarships and aid frequently cut what families actually pay.
For details on financial aid availability at Elgin Community College, see the Elgin Community College Financial Aid page.