East Central Community College

Decatur, Mississippi · Public, 2-year

At a glance

Average net price

$5,240

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

36.1%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

1,520

In-state tuition

$4,160

Out-of-state tuition

$6,260

Cost of attendance

$13,255

Median earnings (10y)

$32,421

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
Not available
Locale
Rural

Programs breakdown

11 program areas reported · Heavily focused on humanities & arts (54% of credentials).

  • STEM4%
  • Health12%
  • Business7%
  • Humanities & arts54%
  • Social sciences2%
  • Trades & services20%

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.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's572$20,131$5,646
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Associate's57$53,502$9,000
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate47
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.Undergraduate certificate34$13,462
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.Associate's33$15,163
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.Undergraduate certificate32$4,500
Precision Metal Working.Undergraduate certificate23
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Undergraduate certificate23
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's22
Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians.Associate's19
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.Associate's15
Carpenters.Undergraduate certificate13
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Associate's12
Culinary Arts and Related Services.Associate's10
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers.Associate's10
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications.Associate's8
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management.Associate's8
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Associate's7
Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians.Associate's6
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate6
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers.Undergraduate certificate6
Accounting and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate6
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services.Undergraduate certificate6
Culinary Arts and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate5
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians.Associate's5
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR).Undergraduate certificate5
Hospitality Administration/Management.Associate's5

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 Community College

East Central Community College is a mid-sized institution located in Decatur, Mississippi, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 1,520 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Health professions, Mechanic & repair.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at East Central Community College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $5,240 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $4,160 for in-state students and $6,260 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $13,255 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 36.1%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $32,421 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

East Central Community College confers degrees and certificates across 11 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Health professions, Mechanic & repair. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (54% of credentials), trades & services (20% of credentials), health (12% 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 Decatur, Mississippi (rural), East Central Community College draws students from across Mississippi 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 Community College

Q.How much does East Central Community College cost?

The average net price at East Central Community College is $5,240 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $13,255.

Q.What is the graduation rate at East Central Community College?

East Central Community College has a 6-year graduation rate of 36.1% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How much do East Central Community College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median East Central Community College graduate earns $32,421 per year.

Q.What is tuition at East Central Community College?

Published tuition is $4,160 in-state and $6,260 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is East Central Community College located?

East Central Community College is located in Decatur, Mississippi (ZIP 39327).

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 Community College at their official website.