East Central College
About East Central College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
East Central College teaches in Union, in the wine country of the Missouri River valley west of St Louis. Nursing and teacher education are among its largest programs.
Founded
1968
Location
Union, Missouri
Students
1,639
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
47.6%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,272
Out-of-state: $7,680
Avg Net Price
$13,128
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$36,916
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
47.6% complete their degree within three years
Retention
66.7%
Transfer Out
17%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
35.2%
$/Student
$6.7K
Class Size
Medium
47.6% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,272
In-State
$7,680
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$19,386
After Financial Aid
$13,128
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$12,281
Receive Grants
33.3%
Take Loans
7.7%
Tuition is $4,272/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $13,128.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at East Central College fund their education.
While in School
33.3%
Get Grants
Free money
7.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$24,155
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$101/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,500, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends East Central College.
Gender
63.3%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,639
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
46%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
16.9%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 46% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,639
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
East Central College fields 4 varsity teams with 114 student athletes, about 7% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
114
7% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
61% / 39%
70
Men
44
Women
2
Men's Teams
3
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of East Central Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$36,916
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$28K
285 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$63K
52 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
—
44 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
—
21 grads
Engineering, General
—
19 grads
Fine and Studio Arts
—
11 grads
Median earnings are $37K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.