East Central Community College |
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East Central Community College
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275 West Broad Street
Decatur, MS 39327-0129 |
General information
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(601) 635-2111
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| Mission |
| The College, located in east central Mississippi, is a public, open door, comprehensive, two-year institution of higher education that values and demonstrates accessibility, affordability, excellence and integrity in teaching and learning by providing university transfer education, career-technical programs, workforce development services, and basic skills offerings to meet the life-long learning needs of its diverse students and community. |
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| Academic year prices for full-time, first-time undergraduate students |
| Tuition and Fees | 2009-2008 | 2008-2007 | 2007-2006 |
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| In-State | $ 1,523 | $ 1,523 | $ 1,525 |
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| Out of State | $ 3,623 | $ 3,623 | $ 3,625 |
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| Books and Supplies | $ 1,200 | $ 1,200 | $ 1,000 |
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| On-Campus |
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| Room and board | $ 2,930 | $ 2,660 | $ 2,660 |
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| Other Expenses | $ 3,210 | $ 2,470 | $ 2,370 |
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| Off Campus |
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| Room and board | $ 4,940 | $ 4,770 | $ 4,630 |
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| Other Expenses | $ 3,210 | $ 3,010 | $ 2,910 |
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| Off Campus w/ family |
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| Other Expenses | $ 3,210 | $ 3,010 | $ 2,910 |
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Financial aid 2006-2007
Financial aid to full-time, first-time undergraduate students
| Type of Aid | Percentage of students receiving aid | Average amount of aid they received |
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| Federal Grants (scholarship/fellowship) |
54% |
$ 3,266 |
| State/Local grants (scholarship/fellowship) |
24% |
$ 433 |
| Institutional grants (scholarship/fellowship) |
47% |
$ 1,542 |
| Loans to students |
17% |
$ 1,841 |
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East Central Community College
Associate degree
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General | |
A program that generally prepares individuals to perform the duties of administrative assistants and/or secretaries and stenographers. Includes instruction in business communications, principles of business law, word processing and data entry, office machines operation and maintenance, office procedures,... |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Agriculture, General | |
A program that focuses on the general principles and practice of agricultural research and production and that may prepare individuals to apply this knowledge to the solution of practical agricultural problems. Includes instruction in basic animal, plant, and soil science; animal husbandry and plant... |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
American Government and Politics (United States) | |
A program that focuses on the systematic study of United States political institutions and behavior. Includes instruction in American political theory, political parties and interest groups, state and local governments, Constitutional law, federalism and national institutions, executive and legislative... |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Autobody + Collision and Repair Technology + Technician | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, reconstruct and finish automobile bodies, fenders, and external features. Includes instruction in structure analysis, damage repair, non-structural analysis, mechanical and electrical components, plastics and adhesives,... |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Automobile + Automotive Mechanics Technology + Technician | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, service, and maintain all types of automobiles. Includes instruction in brake systems, electrical systems, engine performance, engine repair, suspension and steering, automatic and manual transmissions and drive trains,... |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Business + Office Automation + Technology + Data Entry | |
A program that prepares individuals to support business information operations by using computer equipment to enter, process, and retrieve data for a wide variety of administrative purposes. Includes instruction in using basic business software and hardware; business computer networking; principles... |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Business Administration and Management, General | |
A program that generally prepares individuals to plan, organize, direct, and control the functions and processes of a firm or organization. Includes instruction in management theory, human resources management and behavior, accounting and other quantitative methods, purchasing and logistics, organization... |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Child Care Provider + Assistant | |
A program that prepares individuals to be primary providers of home, family, residential, or institutional-based child care services. Includes instruction in child growth and development; nutrition; recreation; planning and supervision of play and learning activities; child abuse and neglect prevention;... |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Computer and Information Sciences, General | |
A general program that focuses on computing, computer science, and information science and systems as part of a broad and/or interdisciplinary program. Such programs are undifferentiated as to title and content and are not to be confused with specific programs in computer science, information science,... |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Computer Programming + Programmer, General | |
A program that focuses on the general writing and implementation of generic and customized programs to drive operating systems and that generally prepares individuals to apply the methods and procedures of software design and programming to software installation and maintenance. Includes instruction... |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | |
A program that focuses on the design, implementation, and management of linked systems of computers, peripherals, and associated software to maximize efficiency and productivity, and that prepares individuals to function as network specialists and managers at various levels. Includes instruction in... |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Drafting and Design Technology + Technician, General | |
A program that prepares individuals to generally apply technical skills to create working drawings and computer simulations for a variety of applications. Includes instruction in specification interpretation, dimensioning techniques, drafting calculations, material estimation, technical communications,... |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology + Technician | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of electrical, electronics and communication engineers. Includes instruction in electrical circuitry, prototype development and testing; systems analysis and testing, systems maintenance, instrument... |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Electrician | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to install, operate, maintain, and repair electric apparatus and systems such as residential, commercial, and industrial electric-power wiring; and DC and AC motors, controls, and electrical distribution panels. Includes instruction... |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Elementary Education and Teaching | |
A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the elementary grades, which may include kindergarten through grade eight, depending on the school system or state regulations. Includes preparation to teach all elementary education subject matter. |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Emergency Medical Technology + Technician (EMT Paramedic) | |
A program that prepares individuals, under the remote supervision of physicians, to recognize, assess, and manage medical emergencies in prehospital settings and to supervise Ambulance personnel. Includes instruction in basic, intermediate, and advanced EMT procedures; emergency surgical procedures;... |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Engineering, General | |
A program that generally prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to solve a wide variety of practical problems in industry, social organization, public works, and commerce. |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other | |
Any instructional program in fine arts and art studies not listed in the Fine Arts and Art Studies, General category. |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Health + Medical Preparatory Programs, Other | |
Any instructional program in health and medical first-professional preparation not listed in the Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, General category. |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Health and Physical Education, General | |
A general program that focuses on activities and principles that promote physical fitness, achieve and maintain athletic prowess, and accomplish related research and service goals. Includes instruction in human movement studies, motivation studies, rules and practice of specific sports, exercise and... |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology + Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, install, service and maintain the operating condition of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. Includes instruction in diagnostic techniques, the use of testing equipment and the principles of mechanics,... |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Hospitality Administration + Management, General | |
A program that prepares individuals to serve as general managers and directors of hospitality operations on a system-wide basis, including both travel arrangements and promotion and the provision of traveler facilities. Includes instruction in principles of operations in the travel and tourism, hotel... |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other | |
Any single instructional program in liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities not listed in the Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, General category. |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Machine Tool Technology + Machinist | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to plan, manufacture, assemble, test, and repair parts, mechanisms, machines, and structures in which materials are cast, formed, shaped, molded, heat treated, cut, twisted, pressed, fused, stamped or worked. |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Medical Administrative + Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary | |
A program that prepares individuals to perform the duties of special assistants and personal secretaries for practicing physicians and nurses, health care facilities and services administrators, and other health care professionals. Includes instruction in business and medical communications, medical... |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Nursing + Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) | |
A program that generally prepares individuals in the knowledge, techniques and procedures for promoting health, providing care for sick, disabled, informed, or other individuals or groups. Includes instruction in the administration of medication and treatments, assisting a physician during treatments... |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | |
A program that prepares individuals to teach physical education programs and/or to coach sports at various educational levels. |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Piano and Organ | |
A program that prepares individuals to master the piano, organ, or related keyboard instruments and performing art as solo, ensemble, and/or accompanist performers. Includes instruction in piano and keyboard pedagogy, ensemble playing, accompanying, service playing, repertoire, keyboard and pedal skills,... |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Pre-Dentistry Studies | |
A program that prepares individuals for admission to a first-professional program in dentistry. |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Pre-Medicine + Pre-Medical Studies | |
A program that prepares individuals for admission to a first-professional program in medicine, osteopathic medicine, or podiatric medicine. |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Pre-Nursing Studies | |
A program that prepares individuals for admission to a professional program in Nursing. |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Pre-Pharmacy Studies | |
A program that prepares individuals for admission to a first-professional program in pharmacy. |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Pre-Veterinary Studies | |
A program that prepares individuals for admission to a first-professional program in veterinary medicine. |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Psychology, General | |
A general program that focuses on the scientific study of individual and collective behavior, the physical and environmental bases of behavior, and the analysis and treatment of behavior problems and disorders. Includes instruction in the principles of the various subfields of psychology, research methods,... |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Secondary Education and Teaching | |
A program that prepares individuals to teach students in the secondary grades, which may include grades seven through twelve, depending on the school system or state regulations. May include preparation to teach a comprehensive curriculum or specific subject matter. |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Surgical Technology + Technologist | |
A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of physicians and surgical nurses, to maintain, monitor, and enforce the sterile field and adherence to aseptic technique by preoperative, surgical team, and postoperative personnel. Includes instruction in instrument and equipment sterilization... |
| East Central Community College
Associate degree
Voice and Opera | |
A program that prepares individuals to master the human voice and performing art as solo and/or ensemble performers in concert, choir, opera, or other forms of singing. Includes instruction in voice pedagogy, diction, vocal physiology and exercise, expressive movement, repertoire, recital, and personal... |
| East Central Community College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General | |
A program that generally prepares individuals to perform the duties of administrative assistants and/or secretaries and stenographers. Includes instruction in business communications, principles of business law, word processing and data entry, office machines operation and maintenance, office procedures,... |
| East Central Community College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Autobody + Collision and Repair Technology + Technician | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, reconstruct and finish automobile bodies, fenders, and external features. Includes instruction in structure analysis, damage repair, non-structural analysis, mechanical and electrical components, plastics and adhesives,... |
| East Central Community College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Automobile + Automotive Mechanics Technology + Technician | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, service, and maintain all types of automobiles. Includes instruction in brake systems, electrical systems, engine performance, engine repair, suspension and steering, automatic and manual transmissions and drive trains,... |
| East Central Community College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Carpentry + Carpenter | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to lay out, cut, fabricate, erect, install, and repair wooden structures and fixtures, using hand and power tools. Includes instruction in technical mathematics, framing, construction materials and selection, job estimating,... |
| East Central Community College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Cosmetology + Cosmetologist, General | |
A program that generally prepares individuals to cut, trim, and style scalp, facial, and body hair; apply cosmetic preparations; perform manicures and pedicures; massage the head and extremities; and prepare for practice as licensed cosmetologists in specialized or full-service salons. Includes instruction... |
| East Central Community College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology + Technician | |
A program that prepares individuals to master and use computer software programs and applications for inputting, verifying, organizing, storing, retrieving, transforming (changing, updating, and deleting), and extracting information. Includes instruction in using various operating system configurations... |
| East Central Community College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Electrician | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to install, operate, maintain, and repair electric apparatus and systems such as residential, commercial, and industrial electric-power wiring; and DC and AC motors, controls, and electrical distribution panels. Includes instruction... |
| East Central Community College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology + Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, install, service and maintain the operating condition of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. Includes instruction in diagnostic techniques, the use of testing equipment and the principles of mechanics,... |
| East Central Community College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair and maintain industrial machinery and equipment such as cranes, pumps, engines and motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, production machinery, marine deck machinery, and steam propulsion, refinery, and pipeline-distribution... |
| East Central Community College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Licensed Practical + Vocational Nurse Training (LPN, LVN, Cert, Dipl, AAS) | |
A program that prepares individuals to assist in providing general nursing care under the direction of a registered nurse, physician or dentist. Includes instruction in taking patient vital signs, applying sterile dressings, patient health education and assistance with examinations and treatment. |
| East Central Community College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Machine Tool Technology + Machinist | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to plan, manufacture, assemble, test, and repair parts, mechanisms, machines, and structures in which materials are cast, formed, shaped, molded, heat treated, cut, twisted, pressed, fused, stamped or worked. |
| East Central Community College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Surgical Technology + Technologist | |
A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of physicians and surgical nurses, to maintain, monitor, and enforce the sterile field and adherence to aseptic technique by preoperative, surgical team, and postoperative personnel. Includes instruction in instrument and equipment sterilization... |
| East Central Community College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Welding Technology + Welder | |
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to join or cut metal surfaces. Includes instruction in arc welding, resistance welding, brazing and soldering, cutting, high-energy beam welding and cutting, solid state welding, ferrous and non-ferrous materials, oxidation-reduction... |
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