Specialized Support

Student Access and Accommodation Services (SAAS)

SAAS ensures you have access to educational opportunities by removing academic and structural barriers.

Get access to disability accommodations like:

• Extra time of tests
• Note-taking assistance
• Sign Language Interpreters

Learn more about the help SAAS can provide

Project Rise

Project RISE can help you succeed at HCC, graduate and transfer to a four-year institution. Peer mentoring, workshops, cultural events and college visits are just a few ways we help.

You must meet one or more qualification:

• be a first-generation college student
• meet financial aid eligibility guidelines
• have a documented disability

Learn more about Project RISE

Assistive Technology

• Voice Aloud & Voice Dream - screen readers for mobile devices.
• JAWS - screen reader. Available in the Library.
• Dragon Naturally Speaking - speech recognition & voice controller. Available in the Library.

Honors Program

Honors courses offer dynamic learning experiences as well as social, cultural and service opportunities.

If you are a highly motivated student, Heartland's selective Honors Program may be a great fit for you.

Apply to the Honors Program

International Programs

We are commited to promoting international education. Meet with students from around the world or earn credit by studying abroad.

Explore international programs

Veterans Center

If you've served your country and are looking to relax or get advice from others who have made the transition from the military to college life, stop by the Veterans Center.

Learn more about the Veterans Center

Student Life

Picture yourself getting involved:

• Student Government Association
• 50+ Clubs & Organizations
• 8 Study Abroad Destinations
• Alternative Spring Break
• Heartland Activities Committee

Explore student life at Heartland

English as a Second Language (ESL)

• Take free classes
• Learn to read, write, speak and understand English better
• Find classes that work at your level
• Prepare for college-level classes

Get started with ESL

 

Community Resources

• Conexiones Latinas de McLean County - a  non-profit organization that works to improve life for Latino families in Bloomington-Normal and McLean County, Illinois. 
• McLean County India Association - a social/cultural group supporting Indian families in Bloomington-Normal.
• YWCA of McLean County - a non-profit organization focused on empowering women, eliminating racism and promoting social justice.
• The Immigration Project - provides immigration legal assistance. 
• Prairie Pride Coalition - works to foster mutual respect for all people, regardless of sexual orientation and/or gender identity.