At a glance
Average net price
$13,128
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
47.6%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
1,639
In-state tuition
$4,272
Out-of-state tuition
$7,680
Cost of attendance
$19,386
Median earnings (10y)
$36,916
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
13 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (44%), health (26%), trades & services (15%).
- STEM8%
- Health26%
- Business2%
- Humanities & arts44%
- Social sciences5%
- Trades & services15%
- Liberal arts40.9%~670 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Health professions26.1%~428 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~122 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~96 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Education4.2%~69 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science3.4%~55 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~50 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering tech2.9%~48 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~31 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Business1.8%~29 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Engineering1.6%~26 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~10 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
27 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 534 | $18,600 | $8,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 94 | $53,923 | $16,125 |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 83 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Associate's | 75 | — | — |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 40 | — | — |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Undergraduate certificate | 36 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 36 | $43,070 | — |
| Engineering, General. | Associate's | 34 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Associate's | 21 | — | — |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 20 | — | — |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Undergraduate certificate | 16 | — | — |
| Music. | Associate's | 16 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 16 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 15 | — | — |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate's | 14 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Associate's | 14 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 14 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Undergraduate certificate | 13 | — | — |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR). | Associate's | 12 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate's | 12 | — | — |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Associate's | 11 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 11 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate's | 10 | $26,032 | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate's | 10 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 9 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate's | 9 | — | — |
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 8 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About East Central College
East Central College is a mid-sized institution located in Union, Missouri, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 1,639 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Health professions, Precision production.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at East Central College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $13,128 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $4,272 for in-state students and $7,680 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $19,386 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 47.6%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $36,916 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
East Central College confers degrees and certificates across 13 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Health professions, Precision production. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (44% of credentials), health (26% of credentials), trades & services (15% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Union, Missouri (town), East Central College draws students from across Missouri and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about East Central College
Q.How much does East Central College cost?
The average net price at East Central College is $13,128 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $19,386.
Q.What is the graduation rate at East Central College?
East Central College has a 6-year graduation rate of 47.6% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do East Central College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median East Central College graduate earns $36,916 per year.
Q.What is tuition at East Central College?
Published tuition is $4,272 in-state and $7,680 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is East Central College located?
East Central College is located in Union, Missouri (ZIP 63084).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with East Central College at their official website.