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East Central College

Union, MO·Public·www.eastcentral.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

East Central College is a public community college in Union, MO. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 96/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

East Central College is a public community college in Union, MO. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 96/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$2,640
In-State Tuition
+$648 fees
$5,520
Out-of-State Tuition
+$648 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Town setting

Ski Access

19 miles

Hidden Valley Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

50°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

19 mi away
30 skiable acres7 lifts
28 skiable acres6 lifts
226 mi away
30 skiable acres6 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Union, MO

33°Jan37°Feb47°Mar58°Apr67°May75°Jun79°Jul78°Aug69°Sep58°Oct46°Nov37°Dec

Station: UNION · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

96/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety10087100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
87/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$2,640$5,520
Fees
$648$648
Total
$3,288$6,168
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

40 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
285 grads/yr$40,152
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
52 grads/yr$64,690
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject AreasAssociate's
44 grads/yr
Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
42 grads/yr
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsAssociate's
21 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's52 grads$64,690
Health and Medical Administrative Services
Associate's6 grads$48,751
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's285 grads$40,152
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)
Certificate15 grads$37,682
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Certificate3 grads$33,687
Education, General
Associate's$32,917
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate's4 grads$29,392
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
Associate's44 grads
Precision Metal Working
Certificate42 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's21 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is East Central College located?

East Central College is located in Union, MO. The main campus address is 1964 Prairie Dell Rd, Union, MO. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend East Central College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, East Central College charges $2,640/year for in-state students and $5,520/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $6,168/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use East Central College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is East Central College the right fit for me?

Whether East Central College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($5,520/year out-of-state), campus culture in Union, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh East Central College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with East Central College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Union, MO
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 50°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
96/100
Nearest Airport
St Louis, MO (SUS) · 24 mialso STL (40 mi), ALN (59 mi)

Location

Union, MO

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.