Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002404
- Phone: (662) 846-3000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
95%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
20:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$5,108Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
East Central Community College
1003 W Sunflower Road, Cleveland, MS
East Central Community College, located in Decatur, Mississippi, serves five counties. Founded in 1928, the school continues to provide quality education to its service area. ECCC provides educational programs to over 2,400 credit students, 1,800 non-credit students and 18,000 participants in workforce training through the Workforce Development Center.
ECCC is also part of the Mississippi Virtual Community College, offering online instruction to students who cannot regularly come to campus or have inflexible schedules.
Academics
East Central Community College offers general education courses designed for transfer to four year Mississippi institution. Career programs are designed to prepare individuals for work immediately upon completion, providing the skills and education necessary to succeed. Workforce development programs and GED courses are available to improve certain skills or provide a start for adult education.
Some programs available:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students wishing to enroll at East Central Community College must complete the online application, pay all associated fees, submit all pertinent transcripts and SAT or COMPASS scores. Each health care program has additional criteria which must be fulfilled prior to admission.
Financial aid begins with the completion and submission of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) which determines a student's eligibility. The various scholarships, loans and grants are given based on necessity or merit as determined by the financial aid office and the Student Aid Report (SAR) given after the FAFSA is processed.
Athletics
The ECCC Warriors participate in the NJCAA region 23. The team colors at ECCC are black and gold.
Sports programs available:
- Baseball – Softball
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Golf
- Football
- Tennis
- Cheerleading
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the applicants East Central Community College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $5,600. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- State Residents: $2,700-$3,200
- Out-of-State: $4,800-$5,712
- Charges for part-time students are:
- State Residents: $120-$140 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $190-$230 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 95% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 92% | $5,198 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 22% | $3,248 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, East Central Community College may provide student services like those listed below:- Online course work available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Helping students find work after graduation
- Day care for children
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- * Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 1997)
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by East Central Community College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Administrative Assistant (A, C)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Networking (A, C)
Construction Trades
- Carpentry (C)
- Electrician (A, C)
Engineering Technology
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (A)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (C)
- Surgical Technologist (A, C)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Auto Body (C)
- Heating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) (A, C)
- Auto Mechanic (A, C)
Personal and Culinary Services
- Cosmetology (C)
Other Community Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to East Central Community College.
- Meridian Community College in Ellisville, MS (23 miles away)
- Jones County Junior College in Jackson, MS (58 miles away)
- Southwest Mississippi Community College in Laurel, MS (111 miles away)
- Pearl River Community College in Senatobia, MS (113 miles away)
- George C Wallace State Community College - Selma in Hanceville, AL (122 miles away)
Also, check out our college lists below, which can help students compare schools to one another:
- See all colleges in Mississippi
- See all community colleges in Mississippi
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002404
- Phone: (662) 846-3000
- School Homepage