Get Involved!
Use Get Involved! to browse clubs, volunteer initiatives, and social events – all designed to help you find your people and passions.
Upcoming Events
Check out what's happening on campus! Browse upcoming events and discover fun ways to connect, learn, and make memories.
Sports and Recreation
Play hard at Heartland! Join our competitive teams—baseball, soccer, softball, volleyball, cross country, golf, and track—or stay active in our modern fitness center. Every athlete has a place here.
International Programs
Whether you're an international student looking to study in the U.S. or a local student dreaming of global adventures, our international programs open doors. Study abroad with scholarship opportunities, welcome international peers to campus, or explore global studies without leaving home. Wherever your journey begins, we’ll help you grow into a true global citizen.
As the host college for the Illinois Consortium for International Studies and Programs (ICISP), Heartland offers study abroad programs in 15+ countries, ranging from short-term trips to semester-long stays in destinations like Japan, Ireland, Spain, and South Africa. These programs are eligible for financial aid, and scholarships—such as the HCC Study Abroad Scholarship and Gilman Award—can help reduce costs.
On campus, our Global Studies program and support for international students further enrich our commitment to global learning.
Student Spaces on Campus
At Heartland, our campus is designed with your success and comfort in mind. Whether you're studying, connecting with friends, or taking a break, you'll find welcoming spaces to call your own.
Educational Background
- Master of Science in College Student Personnel Administration, Illinois State University
- Bachelor of Science in Communication, Millikin University
Special Student Populations
Student-athletes (excluding e-sports) and accelerated degree program students.
Educational Background
- Master of Science in Communication, Illinois State University
- Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology, Illinois Wesleyan University
Special Student Populations
Honors program, STEM transfer students, and students exploring majors.
Educational Background
- Master of Education in College Student Affairs, University of Louisville
- Bachelor of Arts in English, Eastern Illinois University
Special Student Populations
Adult learners, part-time students, and returning Hawks completing a degree.
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