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East Central College

East Central College is a small, public institution located in Union, mo. East Central College offers associate degrees or certifications in 44 majors.

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college-type 2 Year, Public
undergraduates 1,750 undergraduates
cost $4,584 undergraduate tuition
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Academics

The degree or certification you pursue is major! East Central College is known for its top major, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Their student-faculty ratio is 14:1.

Graduation Rate
Retention Rate
14 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular programs

Arts, Design, and Humanities
Health and Medical Professions
Other
Education and Teaching
Engineering and Technology
Computer Science and Information Technology
Business and Management

Popular majors

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Precision Metal Working
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)

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Annual tuition & cost

In state

Annual tuition $4,584
Additional expenses
Books & supplies $1,500
Cost of attendance* $6,084
Financial aid package N/A
Estimated annual cost $6,084 See my potential costs

Out of state

Annual tuition $6,360
Additional expenses
Books & supplies $1,500
Cost of attendance* $7,860
Financial aid package N/A
Estimated annual cost $7,860 See my potential costs

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? East Central College has a total enrollment of 1,750, with gender‑binary students split 38% male and 62% female.

Total enrollment

2,638

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Student type

Full-time

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
86%
African American %
1%
Hispanic American %
4%
Asian %
1%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
4%
Unknown %
4%
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Campus info

map 1964 Prairie Dell Rd, Union, MO 63084
phone 636-584-6500
address www.eastcentral.edu/

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about East Central College so you have more information to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is East Central College?

East Central College is located in Union, mo.

How much does it cost for 2 years at East Central College?  
The estimated cost for 2 years at East Central College including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $12,168 .

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