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East Central Community College SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements

SAT RangeN/A

ACT RangeN/A

Average GPAN/A

Acceptance Rate100%

East Central’s 100% acceptance rate means admission is the starting point, not the finish line. The bigger opportunity is choosing the right program, keeping costs low, and building a first-year support plan, especially with a 60% retention rate. Since it is test-optional, submit scores only if they help with placement or specific program requirements.

Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.

East Central Community College facts and stats

Quick Facts

East Central Community College enrolls 2,801 undergraduate students in a rural campus setting. East Central has a freshman retention rate of 60%. The student-to-faculty ratio is 19:1.

Location

Decatur, MS

Undergrad Enrollment2,801

Freshman Retention60%

SettingRural

Student to Faculty Ratio19:1

Graduation RateN/A

Test PolicyTest-optional

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Key East Central Community College application dates

Key dates

Application deadlines

Regular Decision

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Early Action

Not offered

Early Decision

Not offered

Priority Deadline

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Financial aid deadlines

Financial Aid Priority

April 1

Test dates

SAT test dates

August 22, 2026

Registration deadline: August 7, 2026

September 12, 2026

Registration deadline: August 28, 2026

October 3, 2026

Registration deadline: September 18, 2026

ACT test dates

September 19, 2026

Registration deadline: August 14, 2026

October 17, 2026

Registration deadline: September 11, 2026

December 12, 2026

Registration deadline: November 6, 2026

Take tests early for the best outcomes

Because East Central is test-optional, take the SAT or ACT only if you think your scores will strengthen your application. Aim for a first test by spring of junior year, then use the summer before senior year and fall of senior year for superscoring-focused retakes. Since East Central does not offer Early Decision or Early Action, make your last fall retake early enough for scores to arrive by the Regular Decision deadline.

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What you'll actually pay

East Central lists in-state tuition at $3,560 and out-of-state tuition at $5,660. To be considered for financial aid on time, submit the FAFSA by the April 1 priority deadline.

In-State Tuition$3,560

Out-of-State Tuition$5,660

Room and Board$4,370

Average Merit AwardN/A

Application FeeN/A

Students on AidN/A

Average Aid PackageN/A

Average Debt at GradN/A

At East Central Community College, out-of-state tuition is $5,660, while in-state tuition is $3,560. Room and board adds $4,370 for students living on campus. Actual costs can vary based on housing choices, fees, books, and financial aid eligibility, so families should compare the published price with their expected aid.