Elite Research Institution
East Carolina University has officially been designated a Research 1 (R1) university. This achievement places ECU among the nation’s top-tier research universities.
Life on Campus
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Academics at ECU
Find yourself immersed in a vibrant and academically rigorous community built around twelve colleges and schools, including eight that offer undergraduate degree programs.
The Princeton Review: 2024 Best 389 Colleges
in producing medical grads who practice in N.C.
Graduate programs, U.S. News & World Report
For commitment to economic engagement
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ECU’s fourth-year medical students learned Friday where they will complete their residencies.
ECU’s School of Theatre and Dance presents a dynamic performance exploring identity and connection.
Geoff Anthony’s journey blends his Marine Corps legacy with a passion for maritime studies and service recovery.
ECU College of Business students spent spring break studying abroad in Peru and France.
Six months after Hurricane Helene destroyed parts of western North Carolina, ECU alumni continue to help rebuild roads and infrastructure.
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Campus Snapshot
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