East Central College

Overview

East Central College, located in Union, Missouri, is a public community college established in 1968. Situated approximately 60 miles west of St. Louis, the campus provides a suburban setting for its diverse student body. East Central College offers a range of associate degree programs and certificates, with a particular emphasis on vocational and technical education tailored to regional workforce needs. Popular academic fields at the school include Nursing, Business, and Education. Admissions at East Central College are considered open-entry, welcoming a broad spectrum of applicants. While on-campus housing is not available, the college supports students in finding local accommodations. Not prominently known for athletics, East Central College focuses on academic and professional preparation, offering resources such as state-of-the-art facilities and industry-specific equipment to facilitate practical learning experiences.

East Central College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  1,225 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,467 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $3,864 plus fees of $720.