Dual Credit FAQ

You can find more information on testing guidelines on ECC’s Testing Services page. 

In-Person Testing

• Complete the exam registration to schedule an in-person appointment.  You will need your ECC 7-digit numerical ID number. Need your ID number? Use this link

Remote Testing

Reading and Writing Placement Exams

• Students who need the Reading and/or Writing placement exams should complete the Remote Reading and Writing Testing Enrollment Form. Students will not be able to test without completing this form. 
• Complete one form for each exam. For example, if you are taking both the Reading and Writing placement exam, you will need to complete a form for Reading in addition to a form for Writing. This will equal two separate forms. 
• You only need to complete each form one time. Please do not submit your forms more than once. 
• Instructions will be sent to your ECC student email 24-48 business hours after the form(s) have been submitted. 
• To test, you will need your ECC ID and email address. This is a required field in the exam. 

Math Placement Exam

• Contact the Testing Center at testing@elgin.edu for instructions. 
• The Math Placement Exam is remote and can be taken at any day/time of the week. 

• Midterm grades are assigned for all students and are available on the AccessECC Student Portal.
• Final grade reports are available electronically through the AccessECC Student Portal at the end of every semester or session.

Follow these instructions to order transcripts.

To request your transcript, follow these steps:

1. Log in to your accessECC account and click the Student tab.

   • If you don’t see the Student tab, call 847-214-7570 for assistance.

2. In the middle column, click Student again.

3. Under the Self-Service Menu, select Students → Student Records and Schedule.

4. Click Transcript Request and follow the on-screen instructions to complete your request.

If you need help at any point, please call 847-214-7570.

Check your district page for contact information: 

• District 300 (Dundee-Crown High School, Hampshire High School, and Jacobs High School)  
• District 301 (Burlington Central High School)  
• District 303 (St. Charles East High School and St. Charles North High School)  
• District U-46 (Bartlett High School, Elgin High School, Larkin High School, South Elgin High School, and Streamwood High School)  
• Private Schools (Cambridge Lakes Charter School)

Check your instructor’s syllabus for details on how many visits are required and how they will be tracked.

Part-Time Students can explore options by speaking to their high school counselor and referencing their district’s program guide.

Full-Time Students will also meet with an ECC advisor to select courses.

You need to meet with an advisor if you are a full-time student in the one- or two-year program. 

You do not need to meet with an advisor if: 

• You are only taking classes at your high school. 
• You are taking classes part-time at ECC. 

Visit ECC Student Email Login Instructions Guide for instructions. 

1. Once logged in to the accessECC, go to the Student Apps card and click on Student Email.
2. Use your user ID and password to log in to your student email. Student email addresses include your first initial, last name, and the last four digits of your ECC ID number.
3. Check this mailbox frequently. ECC faculty and staff will send essential information to your student email address. You can forward this email to your personal email for easier monitoring.

Start by exploring our different program options. Then, reach out to your high school counselor to learn more about dual credit and if it could be right for you.

Students can register with a computer or smartphone by navigating to DualEnroll. 

Select “Create My Account.” You will receive either a text message with an activation code or an email link to confirm your account. You must confirm your account before moving forward. 

You may need to schedule placement tests after applying. Scores must meet ECC’s minimum competency requirements. Requirements may vary based on program and courses. Speak with your high school counselor to determine your next steps.

Visit ECC’s First Stop page to retrieve your ID number or reset your password. 

If you wish to drop a course after the registration period has ended, start by contacting your high school counselor to inform them of your situation and then, call 847-214-7031 or email Raquel Almestica at ralmestica@elgin.edu. Please include your first and last name, ECC ID number, and the course you wish to drop.