Our Mission, Vision & Core Values
Our Ongoing Mission
Provide high-quality education and training that supports all learners, opens doors to opportunity, and strengthens the communities we serve.
A Proven Vision
Changing lives and building communities.
Core Values
At EICC, our values guide our mission, vision, and professional standards. We believe demonstrating a commitment to values requires continuous reflection, and we will hold ourselves accountable to practice these values at our institution.
We believe learning is an ongoing process of discovery, and that education depends on academic freedom, the ability to ask questions, the exchange of ideas, and constructive feedback.
We remove barriers to education through open, flexible, and supportive pathways for all learners.
We work to create a campus community where each individual feels safe and welcome, and where everyone can thrive.
We are committed to building dynamic relationships that lead to meaningful communication and informed decision-making that considers and values the diverse perspectives of students, faculty, staff, and our community.
We recognize all resources have limits, and we commit to sustainable stewardship of our colleges and communities, our bodies and minds, and our environment.
Adopted by EICC Board of Trustees 2025
Statement of Professional Standards
EICC faculty, staff, and administrators champion the aspirational culture we seek for our college community. As professionals, we model the behaviors we value in our colleagues and seek to impart to our students:
- We prioritize student success.
- We collaborate and work together in partnerships and teams to achieve the best outcomes for our students and communities.
- We embrace and support all students in our practices.
- We communicate openly, honestly, and respectfully, welcoming and valuing different perspectives and opinions.
- We treat others with dignity, empathy, care, and kindness.
- We take initiative to meet the needs of those we serve and with whom we work.
- We engage in ongoing professional development and continuous improvement while striving to be experts in our fields.
- We motivate and inspire others to realize their potential.
- We act with integrity.
Together, we are EICC.
No matter your goal, your EICC education can take you places. Universities know our students are of the highest quality, and they welcome them in droves. Additionally, employers know our graduates have serious skills, and they rely on them as excellent employees.
We offer valuable scholarships, and — on average — EICC students save 47% on their four-year degrees by starting their college journeys with us.
You’re more than just a number — and we know that. We offer small class sizes and the personalized attention you deserve. You’ll benefit from your instructors and other staff members caring about you and your success.
Apply Today
Ready to change your life and benefit from our vision of changing lives and building communities? Your first step is to complete our simple and free application. It’ll only take a few minutes.