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East Central University SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements

SAT Range908 to 1140

ACT Range17 to 24

Average GPA3.36

Acceptance Rate58.1%

East Central is test-optional, but with 55% of students submitting ACT scores, a strong ACT can still strengthen your application. Aim for 24+ to reach the top of the middle range; if you can push to 30, you may also qualify for the $3,500 Regional University Baccalaureate Scholarship.

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

East Central University facts and stats

Quick Facts

East Central University enrolls 2,644 undergraduate students. East Central has a freshman retention rate of 61% and a 6-year graduation rate of 34%. The student-to-faculty ratio is 18:1.

Location

Ada, OK

Undergrad Enrollment2,644

Freshman Retention61%

SettingN/A

Student to Faculty Ratio18:1

Graduation Rate34%

Test PolicyTest-optional

How do your scores compare at East Central?

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Key East Central University application dates

Key dates

Application deadlines

Regular Decision

October

Early Action

Not offered

Early Decision

Not offered

Priority Deadline

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Financial aid deadlines

Financial Aid Priority

March 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

If you choose to submit scores to test-optional East Central, take your first SAT or ACT by spring of junior year so summer and fall of senior year can be used for retakes and superscore gains. Because the Regular Decision deadline is in October, plan on the August SAT or September ACT as the last retake likely to arrive in time. An early ACT also gives you more chances to reach the ACT 30+ needed for the Regional University Baccalaureate Scholarship.

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What you'll actually pay

At East Central, in-state tuition is $6,001 and out-of-state tuition is $15,151. To be considered for financial aid on time, submit the FAFSA by the March 1 priority deadline.

In-State Tuition$6,001

Out-of-State Tuition$15,151

Room and Board$7,640

Average Merit AwardN/A

Application Fee$20

Students on AidN/A

Average Aid PackageN/A

Average Debt at Grad$18,943

Out-of-state tuition at East Central University is $15,151, compared with in-state tuition of $6,001. Room and board adds about $7,640 before other expenses like books, fees, and personal costs. Students should compare their financial aid offer against these baseline costs to estimate what they will actually pay. Graduates leave with an average debt of $18,943.