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ECCC Continues to Offer Quality Education at AffordablePrice DECATUR - Since its founding in 1928. East Central Community College has offered the \el) best m educational services to students of all ages residing in the college's the-county support district and surrounding areas. The college aJ<;o makes every effort to offer these services at an affordable cost. The qualil) ofthe education offered at EC is weJI documented by the success ofstudent.5 Y.ho transfer 10 four-year colleges and universities. According to the most recent repo11 by the Mississi ppi Community College Board, East Central Community College transfers have once again earned the highest cumulati>e grade point average ofall community college transfers .u the four-)ear schools. East Central transfers earned a 3.22 GP A Sn.uc:nts from the community/junior college in second place earned a 3 1- Ci'?.\. a:1d the a\erage for all community/junior college students combined ~1!.S a 3 I: GPA, which once again showed that community and junior col ege transfers students performed academically as well or better in unhers1~ courses than students who began their education at the senior institutions.~ ch was noted as a 3.09 GPA. ECCC Pres dent Dr. Billy Stewan said the report funher illustrates the col ege·s comm tment to academic excellence: ..T his data. compiled and reported by the Institutions of Higher Learning OHL . confirms the results ofour college's dedication to Student Success and Teaching and Leaming, two hallmarks of 2020 Vision, our strategic Flao for the future. Our faculty and staffare preparing East Central transfer 5tUdmts ~ell forthe academic challenges ofa university and based on the perfomunce our transfer students, no one does that any better!" East Central also takes pride in not only offering a quality educauon but also providing an affordable means for students of all ages to fulfill the r educational dreams and goals. To further ~sist students in pursing an education, East Central is not increas ng tu1uon for he 2014-15 academic year. Dr tewan said the decision not to raise tuition and general student fees 1s based on the proposed FY2015 E&G Budget, which is built upon a pro"ected increa.."C in state appropriations and student enrqllment. He expressed appreciation to state lawmakers for providing an mcrease in Stale fundin~ Mllle 2 14 MISS ssippi Legislature increased appropriations to comm~ co ~es ") 4 6 percent which is proving very helpful in our goal to maintain ourcurrent ch3Ne fortuition:· said Dr. Stewart. "We appreciate their continue support ofour college and the community college system." Tuition for m-state students v. ill remain at $990 per semester. Students residing out of state or out of count!') \\ill continue to pay an add1t1onal S1.050 per semester

working hard in every aspect of college operations to be viewed locally as the preferred gateway 10 higher education and training for residents of east central Mississippi due to our focus on students and their successes and our commitment to communities and their development." The Clarion-Ledger in Jackson took notice of East Central Communit) College's success in preparing students for success at four year colleges and universities while also offering low tuition. The daily ne\\ spaper ranked ECCC # 1 in the combined categories among the state's 15 community and junior colleges. East Cenrral's student-athletes also continue to be recognized for academic success. l\ccording to a recent report from the "\lational Junior College Athletic Association, East Central Community College leads the nation in the number ofcommunity and junior college student-athletes receiving academic honors for 2013-14. The report noted FCCC had 24 student- athletes who qualified for the special recognition in the following categories: Pinnacle Award for Academic Excellence (4.0 GPA); Superior Academic Achievement (3.8-plus GPA); and Exemplary Academic Achievement (3.6-plus GPA). In addition, seven ofthe college's athletic teams were recognized for academic success in 2013-14. Two of the squads - fast-pitch softball and women's soccer - finished second in the nation by posting 3.54 and 3.51 grade point averages, respectively. Also receiving national recognition on an annual basis are members of Theta Xi Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa International. and the College's SkillsUSA and Phi Beta Lambda organizations. When Dr. Stewart was selected as ECCC president in 2012. his goal was to establish a strategic planning process. which would shape and guide the future of the 85-year-old institution. As a result, 2020 Vision was created and includes a long-term desire co be nationally recognized and locally preferred while meeting the educational and training needs ofthe residents ofthe college district. which includes I,eake, Neshoba. ev.1on, Scott and Winston counties. According to Dr. Stewan. :!020 Vision's se\en Core \'alues of Wisdom, Excellence, Accountabilil). Respect, Enthusiasm, Efficienc~ and Creativity (WE ARE EC), "define the institution's highest priorities and deepest-held beliefs." 2020 Vision is also comprised offae institutional commitments: Student Success, Teaching and Learning, Community Partnerships. Resource Planning and De\elopment and Communication. During the past >ear, the college began making strides towards those commitments as evidenced by recent successes and accomplishments. E'ast Central Community College received national recognition for its success in providing a quality education when it was selected 23"' 52 eplernber 2014 The Spirit ofScott County

DormitOr) fees remain at $6-5 per ~emester for all dorms except

Barber Hall. where the fee ts s--5 per semester.

The f\\O mcaJ plans offered at EC wi11 also remain the same. A five-day mea. plan co.ts s-90 per semester. Students who prefer a seven da> meal plan will pa) $970 per semester. Dr. Stewart added," We hope that our decision to not increase tuition and fees will allow more individuals to take advantage of the wonderful educational opportunities East Central has to offer. We are

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