Highland Community College
Higher EducationIllinois, United States51-200 Employees
Highland Community College is a mid-sized higher education institution based in Freeport, Illinois, with a campus in Elizabeth and serving the surrounding tri-state region. It offers more than 60 programs that include applied and transfer degrees, along with community education and business training. The college also provides theatre, art, and music opportunities for the local community. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and participates in the North Central Association’s Academic Quality Improvement Program. In 2026 the college announced the appointment of Jamal Scott as president, effective June 15. It also announced a new collaboration with Illinois State University to facilitate smoother student transfer.