At East Central University Online, we celebrate those who are first in their family to attend college.

Through our many student service offerings, we seek to provide the resources and community support you need to thrive in your education.

Academic Resources

Academic Success Center

The Academic Success Center is committed to providing a student-centered environment to foster partnerships between students and faculty, furnish accurate academic information and promote lifelong learning.

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TRIO Programs

TRIO Programs are federal outreach and student services programs designed to identify and provide services for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds.

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Upward Bound

The purpose of the East Central University Upward Bound Program is to generate in students the academic skills and motivation necessary for success in education beyond high school.

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McNair Scholars Program

Since November 1991, the purpose of the East Central University McNair Scholars Program has been to prepare low income, first-generation college students and students from other groups underrepresented in graduate education, for doctoral study. The ECU McNair Scholars Program provides undergraduates in math and science fields with internship opportunities at Kerr Lab in Ada, Oklahoma.

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Student Support Services

Student Support Services is a federally funded program designed to meet the academic needs of East Central University students. Our goal is to improve the retention and graduation rates of our students by providing an environment where students can come for assistance with academic and personal needs.

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Educational Opportunity Center

ECU’s Educational Opportunity Center provides financial aid and admissions counseling, information and assistance to qualified adults who want to enter, re-enter or continue a program of post-secondary education.

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Career Center

The ECU Career Center provides educational services, student learning opportunities and programs enhancing the overall experience for those we serve.

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Veteran Resources

East Central University is proud to serve those in uniform. We provide eligible military-connected students with services such as academic and financial assistance, priority enrollment, application assistance and more. 

Native American Resources

Native American Academic Services provides a host of support services for Native American students. These include academic advisement, student advocacy, tribal scholarship assistance and much more.

Health Resources


Student Health Services

The University Health Services Center will provide the students of East Central University with confidential, quality healthcare at the onset of illness or injury and educate students regarding the prevention of disease.

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Student Counseling Center

The Student Counseling Center offers free counseling to all enrolled ECU students. Resources include developmental, remedial and preventive services.

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