East Central University SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
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.
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East Central University facts and stats
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.
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How do your scores compare at East Central?
Key East Central University application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
October
Early Action
Not offered
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
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Financial Aid Priority
March 1
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
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
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.
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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.
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32% of undergrads live on campus
Fraternities and sororities are active on campus. 1% of men join fraternities, and 2% of women join sororities.
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