East Central Community College — tuition $3,560 in-state, $5,660 out-of-state
Outcomes
C
50/100
Affordability
A
82/100
Resources
C+
58/100
Experience
C+
57/100
Prestige
F
23/100
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
2,523
Total Enrollment
39%
Graduation Rate
62%
Retention Rate
18.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$6,721
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near East Central Community College ▼
17%
of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.
What happens to students who enroll at East Central Community College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$32,421
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$28,873
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$5,500
Median debt at graduation
36.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
39.1%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 17% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 40th percentile among associate-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MS wage index 0.68). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at East Central Community College
Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
For parents & investors
The East Central Community College Town Property Report
Avg home value near campus: $174,063
Avg rent near campus: $765/mo — vs ~$189/mo campus room rate
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 39323 (5.7% cap, Chunky)
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🏆 Where East Central Community College Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~436 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person29%
Hybrid (Some Online)38%
Fully Online34%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)65%
25-64 (Adult)9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at East Central Community College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend East Central Community College?
Tuition at East Central Community College is
$3,560 for in-state students
and $5,660 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $6,721.
What is the graduation rate at East Central Community College?
The graduation rate at East Central Community College is 39%.
This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is East Central Community College a good school?
East Central Community College has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend East Central Community College?
East Central Community College has a total enrollment of 2,523 students.
Is there rental demand near East Central Community College?
Yes! Approximately 17% of students at East Central Community College live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 436 students who need rental housing near campus.
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