East Central University
About East Central University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
East Central University is a public university in Ada, Oklahoma. It offers affordable programs in nursing, business, biology, and education, serving as a regional anchor in southeastern Oklahoma with strong ties to the Chickasaw Nation.
Founded
1909
Location
Ada, Oklahoma
Students
3,200
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
58.2%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
34.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$8,032
Out-of-state: $17,842
Avg Net Price
$8,683
After financial aid
SAT Average
1049
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$44,962
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
58.2 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$20
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
East Central University accepts 58.2% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1049/ 1600
ACT Scores
20/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
34.4% complete their degree within six years
Retention
60.6%
4-Year Grad
20%
6-Year Grad
31%
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$6.6K
Class Size
Medium
The 20% graduation rate is below average, but 60.6% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$8,032
In-State
$17,842
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$8,516
Books & Supplies
$1,590
Total Cost of Attendance
$18,459
After Financial Aid
$8,683
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,151
Receive Grants
45%
Take Loans
35.9%
The full cost of attendance is about $18,459/yr for in-state students, including $8,516 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $8,683. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $17,842.
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 University fund their education.
While in School
45%
Get Grants
Free money
35.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$35,364
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$17,671
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$187/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 35.9% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $17,671. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
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 University.
Gender
59.7%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,467
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
733
Graduates
46.4%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
22.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 60% of the student body. 46.4% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 7.9% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
2,467
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
East Central University fields 7 varsity teams with 414 student athletes, about 17% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II with football
Conference
Great American
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
414
17% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
71% / 29%
293
Men
121
Women
4
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of East Central Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$44,962
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$71K
79 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$30K
74 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
$46K
66 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$35K
41 grads
1yr Earnings
Human Services, General
$32K
37 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$32K
36 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $41K six years out, growing to $45K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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