by our College Data Analytics TeamIs ECU worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
ECU is ranked #814 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B (above average for value). Within Oklahoma, it ranks #11 of 44 for value.
These ECU majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| General Human Services | #12 of 86 |
| Human Services | #12 of 86 |
| Public Administration | #12 of 86 |
| Criminal Justice | #23 of 280 |
| Physical Education | #30 of 264 |
| Information Technology | #48 of 240 |
| General History | #49 of 533 |
| Communication & Media Studies | #50 of 211 |
| History | #50 of 534 |
| General Psychology | #54 of 1,068 |
Read the full ECU value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
East Central University is ranked #23 out of #46 in Oklahoma for quality and #11 out of #44 for Oklahoma value.
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East Central University is ranked #814 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
East Central University is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at ECU costs about $10,251. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $41,006 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $18,486 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $8,683 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $10,251 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $41,006 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about ECU net price and the factors that affect it.
What ECU costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a ECU degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $73,944 | — | — |
| All Students | $41,006 | #814 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $34,732 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $73,944 | — | — |
| All Students | $41,006 | #11 | A- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $34,732 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at ECU shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $6,438 |
| $30K–$48K | $7,127 |
| $48K–$75K | $10,162 |
| $75K–$110K | $14,790 |
| Over $110K | $14,395 |
About 84% of ECU undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $8,357 per year. Get more details on the ECU financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average ECU cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.