EICC Viewbook 2022-2023 by EasternIowaCommunityColleges

You deserve MORE. Earn it at Eastern Iowa Community Colleges.

Get MORE out of your education. SIZE & KNOW-HOW Our three colleges make the sixth largest college in the state, with 200 years combined experience.

LOW COST Our tuition is affordable and our scholarships are plenty.

SMOOTH TRANSFERS Move on to the four-year college of your choice, thanks to agreements we’ve already hammered out.

CAREER READY Get the skills you need, so you can get the job you want. Our faculty work closely with employers to be sure you graduate career ready.

BELONGING Small class sizes, faculty who care, and a diverse student body. You belong at EICC.

#1 We’re proud to be the number one choice of area high school graduates.

Welcome to Eastern Iowa Community Colleges, THE Community’s College. We believe our students deserve more. That means going the extra mile to provide more support, more flexible learning options, and more future-focused programs to take your career to the next level. No matter what you choose — a short-term certificate, a career-ready diploma, or a two-year associate’s degree — you can expect the same high-quality education we’ve been delivering since 1965. Plus, that quality doesn’t have to come at a cost. EICC offers one of the most affordable tuition rates in the state of Iowa, costing hundreds to thousands of dollars less than other colleges. Our faculty are experts in their field and truly care about your success, inside and outside of the classroom.

Our commitment to your success isn’t just talk. You deserve more, and the heart of our mission is to help you find your “more.” Within the pages of this viewbook, you’ll discover all the ways in which EICC works to support you and your academic goals. I’m confident you’ll like what you see. Sincerely,

Sonya J. Williams, Ph.D. Chancellor, Eastern Iowa Community Colleges

MORE Paths COLLEGE TRANSFER PROGRAMS If your goal is to earn a bachelor’s degree, EICC makes transferring easy. Each year, hundreds of students transfer to four-year colleges across the state, and even, across the country. Our academic advisors are on standby, ready to help you through the transfer process. Together, you’ll determine what courses to take so all your hard-earned credits transfer.

TRANSFER MAJORS If you know what you want to major in, why wait until you transfer to get started? Our Transfer Major associate’s degrees map out a four-year plan to study a specific major. This handy “blueprint” makes it possible to start taking classes required for your bachelor’s degree while you’re still at EICC! Start learning about what you love sooner, and let go of any stress about what classes to take. Our partner colleges have all worked with EICC to give the courses their academic seal of approval. Scan the QR code below to explore your options.

TRANSFER ADVANTAGE Transferring gives you the chance to do more exploration and see what clicks. This self-discovery helps you uncover your passions and realize your potential, all while saving a ton of time and money! ⊲ Big savings on college costs with more scholarship opportunities. ⊲ Early career exploration. ⊲ Completion of general education requirements. ⊲ Supportive community who is here to help when you need it.

59% of EICC students are currently enrolled in transfer programs. eicc.edu/transfermajors

Where are our transfer students now? Clarke University | Iowa State University Iowa Wesleyan University | Mount Mercy University St. Ambrose University | University of Dubuque University of Iowa | University of Northern Iowa Upper Iowa University | Western Illinois University

MORE Hands-on CAREER AND TECHNICAL PROGRAMS Prepare for a high-demand career in two years or less with a certificate, diploma, or associate’s degree. You’ll learn from instructors who are experts in their field and gain the realworld experience employers value. ⊲ Hands-on learning in advanced labs with the same equipment you’ll use in the field. ⊲ Classes aligned with industry-specific certifications and licensing. ⊲ Programs designed for the local job market. ⊲ For-credit work experience with area companies. Many of our career programs qualify for Iowa’s Last Dollar Scholarship. It’s a statewide grant that covers the full cost of your tuition. Find out more on page 14.

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2,000 Average number of online students each semester.

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MORE Flexibility EICC ONLINE We understand flexibility is important when you’re working or juggling other commitments. Today, the college offers more online options than ever before, making it easier for you to earn your degree on your time. Our Online Student Support Specialist is also available to help answer questions. Choose an option that works best for you: ⊲ Live Online Attend class at a scheduled meeting time with a live instructor. You can participate and ask questions in real time. ⊲ Online Anytime Complete classes at your own pace, night or day. Access course materials 24/7 and communicate with your instructor and classmates entirely through chat or email. Many of our students like to mix and match their schedules to include live online, online anytime, and on-campus classes. No matter the format, all EICC students receive the same on-campus benefits like advising, tutoring, career services, and more.

ONLINE PROGRAMS ⊲ Administrative Office Professional

⊲ Health Information Management

⊲ American Sign Language – English Interpreting*

⊲ Inventory Control

⊲ Augmented and Virtual Reality

⊲ Logistics and Transportation

⊲ Cancer Information Management ⊲ Cybersecurity ⊲ Data Analytics ⊲ Environmental, Health, and Safety ⊲ Graphic Arts Technology

⊲ Liberal Arts, AA ⊲ Networking for Cybersecurity ⊲ Networking for Systems and Security ⊲ Programming ⊲ Supply Chain and Logistics ⊲ Web Development

List is subject to change. *This program has a two-day mandatory workshop on campus each semester.

MORE Programs TRANSFER PROGRAMS ⊲ Associate in Arts (AA) ⊲ Associate in Science (AS) Complete the general education classes needed for your bachelor’s degree. Our transfer programs provide a smooth credit transfer to the four-year college of your choice. Plus, we offer several Transfer Majors that enable you to take classes related to your major while you’re at EICC.

CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) ⊲ Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Get the skills you need to enter directly into the job market after graduation. Transfer options are also available.

SHORT-TERM PROGRAMS ⊲ Diplomas and Certificates Gain hands-on experience in an industry, skilled trade, or technological field in as little as six weeks to one year.

LOCATION KEY ⊲ C: Clinton Community College ⊲ M: Muscatine Community College ⊲ S: Scott Community College ⊲ E: Program available at all colleges ⊲ CE: Continuing Education Program ⊲ O: Online* *Two options: Online Anytime, 24/7 or Live Online with designated class time. List is subject to change as new programs become available.

Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Agriculture Education Transfer Major, AA – E Agriculture Education Transfer Major, AS – E Agribusiness Equipment Sales and Service, Diploma – M Agribusiness Equipment Technician, AAS – M Agribusiness Management, AAS – M Agriculture Business Transfer Major, AS – E Agriculture Systems Technology, AAS – M Agronomy Transfer Major, AS – E Agronomy, Diploma – M Animal Science Transfer Major, AS – E Conservation Pathway, AS – E Environmental, Health, and Safety, AAS, Diploma, Certificate – E, O Environmental Science Pathway, AA, AS – O Farm Management, AAS – E Industrial Hemp Production, Diploma – M Precision Agribusiness Management, AAS – M Sales and Service, Diploma – M Turf and Landscape, AAS, Diploma, Certificate – M Veterinary Technician, AAS – M

Applied Digital, Visual, and Communication Arts Communication Transfer Major, AA – E English Transfer Major, AA – E Journalism Pathway, AA – E Graphic Arts Technology, AAS, Diploma – O • Digital Photography Certificate – O

Fine Arts

Art Pathway – E Music Pathway – M Theatre Pathway – M, S

Business, Finance, Marketing, and Management Accounting Management, AAS, Diploma – E Administrative Office Professional, AAS, Diploma, Certificate – E, O Business Professional, AAS, Diploma, Certificate – E • Small Business Management Certificate – E Business Transfer Major, AA – E Data Analytics, Certificate – O Inventory Control, Certificate – O Logistics and Transportation, Certificate – O Supply Chain and Logistics, AAS, Diploma – O

Government and Criminal Justice Criminal Justice Transfer Major, AA – E Criminal Justice, AAS, Diploma, Certificate – E Cybersecurity, AAS, Certificate – E Networking for Cybersecurity, Diploma – E Political Science Transfer Major, AA – E Pre-Law Pathway, AA – E History Transfer Major, AA – E

Health Sciences Advanced Emergency Medical Technician, Certificate – E Associate Degree Nursing, AAS – C, S Cancer Information Management, AAS, Diploma, Certificate – O Certified Nurse Aide – S, CE Community Dental Health Coordinator, Certificate – E Dental Assisting, Diploma – S Dental Assisting Expanded Functions, Certificate – S Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography, AAS – S Diagnostic Medical Sonography, AAS – S Emergency Medical Services, AAS, Certificate – E, CE Emergency Medical Technician, Certificate – E Exercise Science and Kinesiology Transfer Major, AA – E Health Information Management, AAS – O Medical Assistant, Diploma – S Phlebotomy – S, CE Practical Nursing, Diploma – E Pre-Health Professional Pathway, AA, AS – E Pre-Chiropractic Pathway, AA, AS – E Pre-Dental Hygiene, AAS – E Radiologic Technology, AAS – S Respiratory Care, AAS – E Surgical Technology, AAS – S Veterinary Technician, AAS – M

Human Services and Education Education and Training

Agriculture Education Transfer Major, AA, AS – E Associate of Science, AS – E American Sign Language - English Interpreting, AAS – S Deaf Studies, Certificate – S Early Childhood Education, AAS, Diploma, Certificate – M, S Early Childhood Teacher Licensure Transfer Major, AA – E Elementary Education Transfer Major, AA – E Liberal Arts, AA – E, O Secondary Education Transfer Major, AA – E

Hospitality and Tourism

Baking, Certificate – M, S Culinary Arts Apprenticeship, AAS – M, S Culinary Arts, AAS, Diploma, Certificate – M, S

Human Services

Human and Family Services Transfer Major, AA – E Psychology Transfer Major, AA – E Social Work Transfer Major, AA – E Sociology Transfer Major, AA – E

Industrial Technology Architecture and Construction Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning, Diploma – S Mechanical Design Technology, AAS, Diploma, Certificate – E • Solid Modeling, Certificate – E

Manufacturing

CNC Machining, AAS – S CNC Manual Machining, Certificate – S CNC Programming, Certificate – S Engineering Technology, AAS – E • Basic Electricity, Certificate – E • Basic Electronics, Certificate – E • Electromechanical, Diploma – E • Electrical Systems, Diploma – E • Process Control Technology, Certificate – E Welding, AAS, Diploma, Certificates – S

Information Solutions Data Analytics, Certificate – O Augmented and Virtual Reality, AAS, Diploma – S, O Cybersecurity, AAS, Certificate – E, O Networking for Cybersecurity, Diploma – E, O Networking for Systems and Security, AAS, Diploma, Certificate – E, O Programming, AAS, Diploma – E, O Web Development, AAS – E, O

Transportation Technology Automotive Technology, AAS, Diploma – S Automotive Technology Service, Certificate – S Diesel Technology, AAS, Diploma – S • Diesel - Heavy Duty Maintenance, Certificate – S • Diesel - Truck Electrical, Certificate – S Truck Driving, Certificate – S, CE

Online Classes Anytime, 24/7*

Administrative Office Professional, AAS, Diploma, Certificate – E, O American Sign Language - English Interpreting – S, O Augmented and Virtual Reality, AAS, Diploma – S, O Cancer Information Management, AAS, Diploma, Certificate – O Cybersecurity, AAS, Certificate – E, O Environmental Health and Safety, AAS, Diploma, Certificate – E, O Graphic Arts Technology, AAS, Diploma – O • Digital Photography Certificate – O Health Information Management, AAS – O Inventory Control, Certificate – O Logistics and Transportation, Certificate – O Networking for Cybersecurity, Diploma – E, O Networking for Systems and Security, AAS, Diploma, Certificate – E, O Programming, AAS, Diploma – E, O Supply Chain and Logistics, AAS, Diploma – O Web Development, AAS – E, O

Live Online*

Data Analytics, Certificate – O Liberal Arts, AA – E, O

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Biology Transfer Major, AS – E Chemistry Transfer Major, AS – E Mathematics Transfer Major, AS – E Physics Transfer Major, AS – E Renewable Energy Systems Specialist, AAS – E Technical Studies, AAS – E

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MORE Fun CLUBS & ACTIVITIES “Community” is our middle name — seriously. That’s why we strive to support clubs and activities that allow you to grow. After all, college is about more than just classwork. It’s a perfect time to make new friends, get outside of your comfort zone, and find what moves you. ⊲ Agriculture Technology Club

⊲ Nursing Club

⊲ All Kinds of People (AKOP)

⊲ Phi Theta Kappa (PTK)

⊲ Black Student Union

⊲ Soccer

⊲ Business Professionals of America (BPA)

⊲ Student Ambassadors

⊲ Concert Choir

⊲ Student Leadership Council (SLC)

⊲ Cross Country

⊲ Student Senate

⊲ Diversity Club

⊲ Student Veteran’s Association (SVA)

⊲ Fashion Design Club

⊲ Theatre Club

⊲ Gaming Club

⊲ Til Death Do We Art (DART)

⊲ Instrumental Ensembles

⊲ Volunteer Club

⊲ League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC)

⊲ And more!

Don’t see a club or activity that meets your interests? You can start one! Many of the clubs listed above came from creative, driven students just like yourself.

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I met so many amazing people through being involved on campus. I was a part of Student Leadership Council, Student Ambassadors, and served as Phi Theta Kappa president. EICC provided me with the best education and preparation for my next step. I’m forever grateful. JOBIE EICC Student

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MORE Savings TUITION COSTS It really is possible to graduate with little to no debt. With one of the most competitive tuition rates in the state, we cost hundreds to thousands of dollars less than other colleges.

2022–2023 TUITION RATE Credit Hours

In-State

Online & Nearby Illinois Counties*

Out-ofState

$187

$208

$254

$561

$624

$762

$2,244

$2,496

$3,048

$2,805

$3,120

$3,810

$5,984

$6,656

$8,128

*If you live in one of the Illinois border counties of Carroll, Henry, Mercer, Rock Island, or Whiteside, you can take advantage of our special tuition rate and save.

83%

Average cost savings of students who choose EICC. 2021–22 figure, based on average annual tuition costs of fouryear colleges in Iowa.

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SEE HOW EICC COMPARES $5,984 Eastern Iowa Community Colleges $9,829 Four-Year State University $38,135 Four-Year Private College Based on one-year tuition cost average of public and private colleges in Iowa, 2022–23. Does not include cost of room and board.

MORE Ways to Pay

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FINANCIAL AID

PRIORITY DATES FOR FINANCIAL AID

Whether you need a little or a lot of financial support, there are many ways to help you pay for college. From grants and scholarships to work study and loans, attending EICC is within your reach.

Your FAFSA and all requested documents must be submitted to the Financial Aid Office by:

Plus, our financial aid team is here to help you through the financial aid process and answer any questions you may have.

FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID (FAFSA)

⊲ Fall semester: July 15 ⊲ Spring semester: December 1 ⊲ Summer semester: May 1 Learn more at eicc.edu/fafsa.

COLLEGE WORK STUDY

Federal Student Aid is the largest provider of financial aid in the nation. It provides grants, loans, and work study funds each year to millions of students. To qualify for Federal Student Aid, you need to complete the FAFSA.

Federal College Work Study allows you to earn money to help you fund your education. These are typically part-time jobs both on and off campus.

The priority filing deadline for the FAFSA is March 1. However, you can complete the FAFSA for the next school year starting on October 1 prior to starting college.

LOANS Student loans are borrowed funds that must be paid back, including interest and fees. To qualify, you must be enrolled in a minimum of six credit hours.

MORE Scholarships FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS Clinton, Muscatine, and Scott Community Colleges offer numerous scholarship opportunities to help offset the cost of college. There’s something for everyone, whether it’s based on academic excellence, financial need, community involvement, leadership, or area of study. Apply for EICC Foundation Scholarships eicc.edu/scholarships

Scholarship application deadlines: ⊲ March 1 (Fall) ⊲ November 1 (Spring)

IOWA’S LAST DOLLAR SCHOLARSHIP Earn your degree, tuition free!

View all Last Dollar Scholarship programs eicc.edu/lastdollar

Iowa residents can take advantage of Iowa’s Last Dollar Scholarship, which covers the cost of tuition in more than 30 programs leading to high-demand jobs. The scholarship works simply: File your FAFSA and the state will cover the remaining balance beyond the aid for which you are eligible. That’s right — regardless of your personal income situation, you’ll pay no tuition costs.

CONNECTIONS SCHOLARSHIPS If you’re an area high school student who has completed concurrent classes with EICC, you likely qualify for our Connections Scholarship. The scholarship offers three generous levels of funding based on college credit earned and your GPA in those classes. ⊲ Scholarship application deadline: March 1

Connections Scholarships Levels:

LEVEL 1 Half-Tuition

LEVEL 2

Half-tuition scholarship for your first two semesters with EICC. Criteria: 3.0 EICC College GPA—minimum of 12 college credits earned.

One free three-credit class each semester for your first two semesters with EICC.

Two Free Classes

Criteria: 2.5 EICC College GPA—minimum of six college credits earned.

LEVEL 3

One free three-credit class for your first semester with EICC.

One Free Class

Criteria: 2.5 EICC College GPA—up to six college credits earned.

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MORE Support When a helping hand is what you need, EICC is here for you with a wide range of student support services.

GUIDANCE TO REACH YOUR GOALS ⊲ Admissions ⊲ Academic Advising ⊲ Business Office ⊲ Career Services ⊲ Disability Services ⊲ Financial Aid ⊲ Library Services

HELP WHEN YOU NEED IT

PLACES TO GET IT DONE

⊲ Campus Food Pantries

⊲ Computer, Writing, and Math Labs

⊲ Counseling Services — SAP (Student Assistance Program)

⊲ Campus Libraries

⊲ Evening Online Student Support Specialist

⊲ Barnes and Noble Bookstores

⊲ Tutoring

⊲ Testing Centers

⊲ Study Spaces

⊲ Veteran and Military Student Affairs

⊲ Registration and Records

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The faculty and staff at EICC are the sweetest and most supportive people. They put in all of their effort to help you succeed. NAYLEA EICC Student

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5 Steps to EICC 1. Apply

Apply online for free at eicc.edu/apply.

2. Get $$

Complete the FAFSA at fafsa.gov. Apply for scholarships at eicc.edu/scholarships.

3. Send Transcripts

Send your official high school or equivalency transcripts to the Registration and Records Office at the EICC campus you wish to attend. If you’re transferring college credits, have your official college transcript sent directly to the registrar’s office.

4. Submit Scores

You can submit ACT scores or take the assessment exam provided by the colleges. Visit eicc.edu/assessment for more information.

5. Register for Orientation

You can find orientation dates at eicc.edu/bridge. Orientation includes overviews on financial aid, college services, a tour, advising, and class registration. Call to register: ⊲ CCC: 563-244-7004 ⊲ MCC: 563-288-6000 ⊲ SCC: 563-441-4000

MORE to See CAMPUS VISITS People can tell you how great THE Community’s College is, but the best way to know whether it’s right for you is to see it — and experience it — for yourself. During the visit, you’ll: ⊲ Tour campus. ⊲ Learn about our programs and award options. ⊲ Discover financial aid and scholarship opportunities. ⊲ Meet with faculty and staff. We offer one-on-one in-person and virtual visit options, as well as group in-person and virtual visits, at all of our main campus locations.

Schedule your campus visit today eicc.edu/visit