Providing the People of Erie County Affordable and Accessible Education

The role of the Erie County Community College is to prepare individuals to succeed in a diverse, supportive, forward-thinking and innovative learning environment.

The College will provide Erie residents affordable education through increased access to vital workforce and academic education options. These options include a combination of two-year degree programs, post-secondary career certificates and technical courses that prepare graduates to meet the critical needs of this region’s workforce and success in a complex global society. The College is an essential partner in meeting this region’s higher education goals for continuous improvement in associate and baccalaureate degree attainment.

Through the sustained efforts of stakeholders, college staff, governing boards, community, business and the public, the College will demonstrate its deep commitment to the contribution to the economic vitality of the Erie community.

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News & Updates

EC3 is Awarded $1M in Grant Funding for Dual Credit Programs

April 29th, 2025
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EC3 is awarded $1M from PA Dept. of Education for dual credit programs.

Spring 2025 EC3 Merch Store

April 28th, 2025
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EC3 merch store is open until May 12!

EC3 Announces Waskiewicz as New Hire for Foundation

April 18th, 2025
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Erie County Community College (EC3) is excited to announce E. Shawn Waskiewicz as Executive Director, External Relations & Strategy.

EC3 to Host Career & Continuing Education Fair

April 7th, 2025
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Erie County Community College (EC3) is excited to announce its second annual Career and Continuing Education Fair. The event will be held on Wednesday, April 16th, from 2 – 4 p.m. at the gymnasium on its Erie West campus and is open to the public.