Are you a student and a parent? We know that balancing school and family life comes with its joys and challenges, and we're here to support you on your educational journey. Whether you are looking for resources, information on policies, programs to help you succeed, or ways to connect with other student-parents, you've come to the right place.
Parenting FAQs
Q: Can I bring my child to class with me?
Read about having Children on Campus in the Student Handbook.
Q: What are my rights as a pregnant or parenting student?
Learm about your parenting rights under Title IX.
Q: Where can I go for privacy to pump or breastfeed?
- Peoria Campus, Student Center S222
- East Peoria Campus, Academic Building, 339LMNO
Q:Is there childcare available on campus?
Yes. ICC Children's Center is located on the East Peoria Campus. Prospective parents can take a tour and meet our fully-licensed teachers by contacting us at (309) 694-5116 or childcare@icc.edu.
Children's Center
Quality, accessible, affordable, and educational childcare services. Interested parents can take a tour and meet our fully licensed teachers by contacting us at (309) 694-5116 or childcare@icc.edu. Learn more about the Children's Center.
Child Care Voucher
The Childcare Voucher Assistance Program supports low-income students by supplementing the cost of childcare so students can attend class and focus on their coursework.
Requirements:
- Apply for FAFSA and CCAP funding
- Maintain 2.0 GPA or higher
- Enroll child at an eligible childcare facility
- Pay all outstanding balances to the childcare provider
- Notify ICC if child(ren) withdraws from provider’s care, student withdraws from classes, or eligibility status changes
- Students may receive up to $100 per credit hour, per semester up to a maximum of $1,000 Costs over the voucher amount are the responsibility of the student Payment is made directly to the childcare provider Credit hours must be maintained and will be verified throughout the semester Childcare provider must verify child’s attendance during the semester Funds are awarded on a first come, first served basis Students must certify eligibility each semester with student support specialist.
Terms:
- Students may receive up to $100 per credit hour, per semester up to a maximum of $1,000
- Costs over the voucher amount are the responsibility of the student Payment is made directly to the childcare provider
- Credit hours must be maintained and will be verified throughout the semester
- Childcare provider must verify child’s attendance during the semester Funds are awarded on a first come, first served basis
- Students must certify eligibility each semester with student support specialist
Apply for the Child Care Voucher scholarship.
Voucher Application
Lactation and Privacy Rooms
Lactation and privacy rooms are available for students at the East Peoria and Peoria campuses.
- East Peoria Campus, Academic Building, room 339 LMNO
- Peoria Campus, Student Center, S222
Family Friendly Study Rooms
The East Peoria Campus Library has family-friendly study rooms. Study rooms include toys and seating for children. Children may not be left unattended. To reserve or for more information, contact the ICC Library.
- East Peoria Campus, Library, L301E
Gender Neutral Bathrooms
Gender-neutral bathrooms are available for students at the East Peoria and Peoria campuses.
- East Peoria Campus, Academic Building, 3390, 335, and 135
- East Peoria Campus, CougarPlex
- Peoria Campus, Arbor South, 120
Counseling
We understand that you have a lot on your mind as student parents. Free mental health counseling is available to students.