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East Central University

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Ada, Oklahoma 74820-6999

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Known for business — excellent value

East Central University is a public institution in Ada with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1019, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 2.2K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

33% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $44,962 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $9,287.

Established
1909
Mascot
Roary the Tiger
Type
Public university
Division
Division II

Campus Visits

190 upcoming visits · Next: Mon, Apr 13 · Campus Visit
66%Acceptance
1019SAT Avg
2,157Students
16:1Student:Faculty
33%Grad Rate
$44,962Earnings 10yr
$9,287Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

East Central University Launches New Data Science Minor

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

Admissions

Acceptance Rate65.5%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1019

Reading & WritingMid: 424
435515
MathMid: 497
500540

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 20
1622

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

65.5%

Trend

SAT Avg

1019

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$8,032
Tuition (out-of-state)$17,542
Room & Board$7,752
Books & Supplies$1,590
Total Cost of Attendance$17,559
Average Net Price$9,287
Median Debt at Graduation$17,671
Monthly Payment (10yr)$187

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$6,438
$30–48K$7,127
$48–75K$10,162
$75–110K$14,790
$110K+$14,395

Financial Intel

Avg Net Price

$9,287

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

4500.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$11,250

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

14

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Programs (65)

Student Life

Student Body

Undergrads
2,157
Gender Split
60% / 40%
Women / Men
First Generation
46%
Pell Grant Recipients
40%

Race & Ethnicity

White 51%
Black 9%
Hispanic 8%
Asian 6%
Two+ 2%
Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate32.7%
Freshman Retention56.8%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$40,677
8 Years$42,292
10 Years$44,962

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$36,800
Men
$50,100

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
Forbes
#52

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History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

86Low

Estimated from OK state average

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 5"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 125

Nearest Cities

Dallaspop. 1.3M
138 mi(239 min)
Austinpop. 960K
318 mi(551 min)
Kansas Citypop. 500K
320 mi(555 min)

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