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AT EAST CAROLINA UNIVERSITY,
our values are what set us apart from other universities. Scholarship, Service, Discovery, and Leadership will guide your educational career at ECU. East Carolina has a history of serving the people of the region, the state, and beyond through education, innovation, and service. We not only believe in a better future; we seek to achieve it. Tomorrow starts here.
SCHOLARSHIP
Rigorous pursuit of knowledge The opportunities to pursue knowledge in and out of the classroom are abundant. At East Carolina, you will be challenged to develop academically, professionally, and personally while expanding your world view and exploring your talents.
annual visits to ECU’s Main Campus libraries
Explore where your interests align with our academic offerings using Degree Explorer: www.ecu.edu/degrees
Take action and advocate for lasting social change through ECU’s Office of Leadership and Service Learning: www.ecu.edu/vslc
SERVICE
Commitment to improving communities Driven by a commitment to improving individuals and communities, East Carolina University serves the region, state, nation, and world. Through a combination of proven and ground-breaking social, cultural, and economic endeavors, our students are creating a better future for those around them, and themselves.
DISCOVERY
Drive to innovate Our students are driven to innovate. They learn from educators who are leaders in their fields. Under the guidance of faculty, our students are learning about themselves, engaging with the world around them, and creating solutions for the problems of today—and tomorrow.
Discover where your passion meets society’s needs and look for solutions through the Undergraduate Research program: www.ecu.edu/rgs/ur
For more than 60 years, ECU’s ROTC programs have produced leaders of our nation’s armed forces: www.ecu.edu/arotc www.ecu.edu/afrotc
LEADERSHIP
Courage to lead the way into a brighter tomorrow Leadership takes courage. At ECU, we build in our students the knowledge and self-confidence it takes to flourish in their chosen careers. Whether it’s on the stage, in the lab, on the front lines, or in the boardroom, ECU students and alumni are impacting tomorrow.
AFFORDABILITY Ranked as the “Best Bang for your Buck” in the Southeast by Washington Monthly, East Carolina consistently provides a high quality, affordable education. Through scholarships, financial aid, and programs such as the Honors College, our students can concentrate on their coursework—not how they are financing it.
of students receive financial assistance
Focus on your education, not your bank account: www.ecu.edu/admissions/afford
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Contact Office of Undergraduate Admissions www.ecu.edu/admissions Phone: (252) 328-6640 Email: admis@ecu.edu or transfer@ecu.edu
CAMPUS LIFE
The Pirate spirit is a part of everything we do. With co-curricular clubs and organizations, dedicated academic support programs, off-campus internship opportunities, as well as career and alumni services, East Carolina University students are engaged and supported throughout their time here and well into their careers. Go Pirates! With a highly charged student section and 17 NCAA Division I teams, East Carolina is proud to represent North Carolina in the American Athletic Conference.
living-learning communities
Living on campus is only part of the experience. Discover for yourself: www.ecu.edu/admissions/live
THE REGION
Greenville/Eastern NC/NC area Located in Greenville, East Carolina University is the heart of eastern North Carolina. With easy access to the state’s capital city and its beaches, Greenville is a thriving, student-supportive community widely recognized as a cultural, educational, economic, and medical hub.
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GREENVILLE
Driving Distances Boston, MA . . . . . . . . . . . 748 miles New York City, NY . . . . . 522 miles Philadelphia, PA . . . . . . . . . 431 miles Baltimore, MD . . . . . . . . . . 329 miles Washington, D.C. . . . . . . . 288 miles Richmond, VA . . . . . . . . . . . 174 miles Virginia Beach, VA . . . . . . . 137 miles Raleigh, NC . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 miles Charlotte, NC . . . . . . . . . . 228 miles Asheville, NC . . . . . . . . . . . 336 miles Columbia, SC . . . . . . . . . . 265 miles Atlanta, GA . . . . . . . . . . . . 477 miles Jacksonville, FL . . . . . . . . 492 miles Orlando, FL . . . . . . . . . . . . . 631 miles Miami, FL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 858 miles
EXPLORE CAMPUS
The best way to learn about East Carolina is to visit. Schedule your tour at www.ecu.edu/admissions/visit.
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The Admissions Portal is designed to help personalize your admissions experience. Once you create an account, you can: • Begin receiving information via email • Register for campus tours and other events • Apply for admission • Monitor receipt of transcripts and test scores • Check your application status Sign up today at www.ecu.edu/admissions/apply.
APPLY Freshman Admission Nearly 20,000 students—2,000 more than 2014—applied for a fall 2015 freshman class of 4,400. While the deadline for fall 2016 admission is March 1, freshman applicants are encouraged to apply early. A completed submission includes your application, $70 application fee, high school transcript, and SAT/ACT scores.
Transfer Admission In 2015, more than 4,300 students applied for a fall transfer class of 1,800. With a 17 percent increase in applications from 2014 to 2015, transfer applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applications are accepted for fall, spring, and summer. See website for deadlines. A completed submission includes your application, $70 application fee, and official transcripts from all attended institutes of higher education.
Honors College Admission Application to the Honors College is by invitation only. Students must complete the freshman application by November 15 and meet the Honors College minimum criteria to receive an invitation to apply to the Honors College. Visit www.ecu.edu/honors for more information.
CONNECT East Carolina is a vibrant community of scholars, engineers, artists, and entrepreneurs. Engage with our community to learn more about who we are and how you can connect with other members of Pirate Nation before stepping foot on campus.
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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES Accounting African and African American Studies Anthropology Applied Atmospheric Science Applied Geography Applied Physics Applied Sociology Art Animation and Interactive Design Ceramics Film and Video Production Graphic Design Illustration Metal Design Painting Photography Printmaking Sculpture Textile Design Art Education Art History and Appreciation Liberal Arts Studio Art Athletic Training Biochemistry Biology, General Birth-Kindergarten Teacher Education (B-K) Business and Marketing Education Business Education Chemistry Child Life Clinical Laboratory Science Communication Interpersonal/Organizational Communication Journalism Media Studies Public Relations Computer Science Construction Management Criminal Justice Dance Performance Design Architectural Technology Mechanical Technology Economics Elementary Education (K-6) Engineering Biomedical Engineering Bioprocess Engineering Electrical Engineering Industrial and Systems Engineering Mechanical Engineering English English, Secondary Education Environmental Health Exercise Physiology Family and Community Services Family and Consumer Sciences Education Finance Finance Risk Management and Insurance Foreign Languages and Literatures Geographic Information Sciences and Technology Geography Geology Health Fitness Specialist Health Services Management History History, Secondary Education
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Hospitality Management Industrial Distribution and Logistics Industrial Engineering Technology Industrial Technology Information and Computer Technology Computer Networking Information Security Information Technology Information Technologies Interior Design Management Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management General Business International Business Management Information Systems Marketing Marketing Operations and Supply Chain Management Mathematics Mathematics, Secondary Education Merchandising Middle Grades Education Multidisciplinary Studies Classical Studies Neuroscience Religious Studies Music Music Performance, Sacred Music Music Performance, Voice Performance Music Theory-Composition Music Therapy Music Education Nursing Nutrition and Dietetics Philosophy Physical Education Physics Political Science Psychology Public Health Studies Community Health Prehealth Professions Worksite Health Promotion Recreation and Park Management Recreational Therapy Rehabilitation Services School Health Education Science Education Social Work Sociology Special Education, Adapted Curriculum Special Education, General Curriculum Speech and Hearing Sciences Sport Studies Theatre Arts Musical Theatre Professional Actor Training Stage Management Theatre Design and Production Theatre Arts Education University Studies Urban and Regional Planning
A listing of East Carolina University’s masters and doctoral level programs, including the Brody School of Medicine and the School of Dental Medicine, can be found at www.ecu.edu/degrees.
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East Carolina University is committed to the equality of educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, creed, sexual orientation, or disability. An equal opportunity/affirmative action university, which accommodates the needs of individuals with disabilities.