Elgin Community College International Student Homestay Program Program Information, Policies, and Agreement forInternational Student Homestay Program Agreement • July 2nd, 2024
Community College District 509, commonly known as Elgin Community College, (“ECC”) is a two-year, public institution of higher education located in Elgin, Illinois, a city which lies along the banks of the Fox River only 40 miles (64 kilometers) northwest of downtown Chicago. Elgin has a diverse multicultural and multilingual population and is one of the fastest growing communities in the Fox Valley, offering convenient access to public transportation, highways and airports. Many students enjoy visiting Chicago, the third largest city in the United States, for its world-class cultural offerings and unique architecture.
Elgin Community College International Student Homestay Program Information, Policies, and Agreement for Host FamiliesInternational Student Homestay Program Agreement • February 2nd, 2021
Every semester, Elgin Community College welcomes a diverse population of international students and exchange visitors to its campus. The presence of these students on campus contributes to the cultural diversity and global understanding within District 509. It also provides the unique opportunity for local families to host an international student in their home through the ECC International Student Homestay Program. The International Student Homestay Program promotes values of international friendship and cultural exchange and provides students with a clean, safe and caring atmosphere in which to live while attending ECC. A homestay provides students with the opportunity to improve their English, meet new people, participate in homestay program events and outings, and have a positive academic and cultural experience in Elgin.
