Erie Community College

Since 1946, Erie Community College has met the needs of a diverse student body while contributing to the economic vitality of Western New York. As a member of the state’s SUNY system, the three-campus college provides flexible, affordable and accessible educational programs in an accommodating academic environment. Equipped with the knowledge of these programs, ECC’s faculty, staff and students strive to enrich their host communities through skill, service and partnership.

Some highlights of ECC include:

• #1 choice of Buffalo Niagara high school students
• #1 choice of area veterans
• Among the most affordable colleges in Western New York
• 90% job placement and transfer rate
• Transferable credits accepted by most national colleges and universities
• Small class sizes 
• Renowned teaching faculty
• Over 300 partnerships with nationally renowned businesses
• ECC is a member of the State University of New York (SUNY) System, and is fully accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Many of the professional curricula are also accredited by specialized agencies.

ECC offers more than 100 degree and certificate programs, focused on such high-demand fields as:

• Bio manufacturing
• Business Administration
• Culinary Arts
• CNC Precision Machining
• Dental Hygiene
• Environmental Science
• Green Building Technology
• Nanotechnology
• Nursing

Associate degrees are offered in four academic areas:

• Health Sciences
• Business and Public Service
• Engineering and Technologies
• Liberal Arts

ECC offers superior scheduling flexibility:

• Three campuses
• Day, evening, and weekend classes, as well as winter and summer sessions
• Distance learning opportunities, including more than 250 online courses

To help students achieve their goals, broad student support services are provided:

• START orientation
• Nationally recognized varsity sports at all three campuses
• Child care at all campuses under the auspices of the Auxiliary Services Corporation
• Tutorial and counseling services
• Career Resource and Student Success centers 
• Student organizations and clubs
• Honors Program
• Disabled Student Resource Center

As a leader in workforce development, ECC also provides extensive community services:

• Corporate training
• Community Services, including credit-free courses, as well as the Career and Success Training Program (CAST)
• Welfare-to-Work networks with corporate partners
• Driver Education

Working at Erie Community College 
Helping others achieve their educational goals is one of the most rewarding jobs. At Erie Community College, we have a passion for helping students succeed through individualized attention, quality academics and innovative thinking. If you share a passion for helping urban and international students succeed and enjoy a fast-paced, open and supportive culture, Erie Community College is the place for you.

 

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