East Central Community College (ECCC) in Decatur is excited to announce its annual fully online Holiday Term, offering students from any institution the opportunity to earn college credit from the comfort of their own home in just three weeks during their Christmas Holiday Break.
Online classes begin Monday, December 15, and the last day to register is Friday, December 12. Students are encouraged to review the 2025–26 Academic Calendar for the complete schedule.
ECCC will offer a wide range of courses across multiple disciplines, including Biology, Business, English, History, Health, Psychology, Sociology, and more. A full listing of available courses and instructors can be viewed at www.eccc.edu/holiday-term.
How to Register
Current Students
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Self-register via myEC or email go2ec@eccc.edu
with your course selection.
Transient Students
(Currently enrolled elsewhere and planning to return to that college/university)
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Apply for admission for Spring 2026 as a transient student [HERE].
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Contact your college/university’s Records or Registrar's Office and request that your official transcript and a transient letter be sent to ECCC Admissions.
New Students
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Once admitted for Spring 2026, contact your advisor or email go2ec@eccc.edu
with your course selection.
For assistance with class registration, contact 601-635-6356, 601-635-6287, or email registration@eccc.edu
.
Financial Aid
Qualifying ECCC students may be eligible to apply Spring 2026 financial aid toward the 2025 Holiday Term.
For financial aid assistance, contact 601-635-6326 or bhitt@eccc.edu
.
Tuition Information
Tuition for the Holiday Term is $170 per credit hour plus fees, and payment must be completed prior to the start of classes to confirm registration.
ECCC continues to make learning accessible and flexible for students looking to stay on track—or get ahead—during the holiday break.
