East Central University (ECU) is a public institution located in Ada, Oklahoma, approximately 85 miles southeast of Oklahoma City. The university, established in 1909 as East Central State Normal School, occupies a 135-acre campus featuring a mix of historic and modern buildings, with the administration building listed on the National Register of Historic Places. ECU operates as a regional university within the Oklahoma State System of Higher Education, primarily serving students from south-central Oklahoma. The university is known for its programs in education, nursing, and business, with the Harland C. Stonecipher School of Business offering specialized concentrations in entrepreneurship and accounting. Most first-year students reside in one of the university's two main residence halls, while ECU's athletic teams, known as the Tigers, compete in NCAA Division II as members of the Great American Conference.
ECU is rated within the lower 32% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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SAT | 960/1078 |
ACT | 16/22 |
GPA | 3.31 |
Applications Due | - |
Applicant Competition | Low |
Application Fee | $20 |
Fee | Cost |
---|---|
Books and Supplies | $1,696 |
Other Fees | $1,404 |
Room and Board | $7,752 |
Budget for Other Expenses | $4,066 |
Total One Year Cost | $20,919 |
Fee | Cost |
---|---|
Books and Supplies | $1,696 |
Other Fees | $1,404 |
Room and Board | $7,752 |
Budget for Other Expenses | $4,066 |
Total One Year Cost | $30,279 |
Subject | Percent of Class |
---|---|
Human Services | 14% |
Health Professions | 13% |
Business | 13% |
Education | 11% |
Biology | 7% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024